Conceptualized as a contemporary ruin that could have existed in this location for centuries, a series of earthen walls serve as the primary organizational element and a means of creating a sense of solidity and rootedness to the physical site. Spread over 2 acres, these rectilinear walls stand as powerful, grounding elements that create a sense of connectivity between the four independent structures that comprise the property. Crafted from rammed earth, they anchor the building to the site, instilling the project with a profound sense of rootedness and belonging. This connection to the land bestows the architecture an effortless sense of belonging and a timeless quality.

Inside these monumental walls, the interior spaces serve as a calming sanctuary, reconnecting the
occupant with nature, light, and shadow to break from the frenetic pace of daily life. Delicate roofs are elegantly inserted between the parallel walls, providing shelter while allowing nature to seep in. The roofs, interior wooden walls, and delicately crafted screening elements counterbalance the mass of the rammed earth walls. They bring the scale down to a more human level, creating functional spaces that exude a sense of subtle drama as the day unfolds.

Marrying the strength of earthen walls and the rugged beauty of local stone with the site’s wild
landscape, the project is a testament to the harmonizing of elements. The organic and rectilinear
act as compliments to one another as this contemporary ruin ensures its place in time. Offering a sense of belonging and warmth through its carefully crafted interior and robust exterior.