Renée del Gaudio Architecture has designed this striking steel-clad home that’s nestled along a rocky outcropping that provides shelter from the north, located in Boulder, Colorado. The form, footprint, and interior design of this structure reflect the philosophy of living with what we need – and no more.
A viewing platform cantilevers over the forest floor towards snow-capped peaks. Steel legs anchor into rock, allowing a bedroom to float above an undisturbed hillside. These connections to place create a rich feeling of abundance in only 1,860 square feet of living space… Continue below to see the floor plan of this home!
DESIGN DETAILS: ARCHITECT Renée del Gaudio Architecture INTERIOR DESIGN Renée del Gaudio Architecture CONSTRUCTION Coburn Development STRUCTURAL DESIGN Anthem Engineering
The open floor plan allows for natural ventilation, abundant daylighting, and passive solar heating. Floor-to-ceiling casement windows eliminate a need for mechanical cooling. A radiant concrete slab and wood-burning stove efficiently heat the home. Continuous insulation around the exterior of the framed walls and roof creates an airtight building envelope.
This two-story home is net-zero electric, operating with a 4kW photovoltaic array located on the roof. High-efficiency electric appliances, 100% LED lighting on dimmers, and abundant natural light minimize electric consumption. The carport is wired for electric vehicle charging.
One of the priorities when creating this home was for it to possibly withstand a wildfire. The architects integrated steel siding and non-combustible roof boards as fire-proofing elements.
What We Love: This steel-clad refuge has been beautifully executed, nestled in a pine forest that feels like one is living in a treehouse. We are especially loving the breathtaking views of nature, and the grate walkway that helps to reduce the amount of shoveling in the winter. Overall, this home would be a wonderful retreat to enjoy throughout the seasons to immerse oneself in the great outdoors.
Tell Us: What do you think of the overall design aesthetics of this home? Would you change any part of the architecture if this were your home? Let us know in the Comments!
Note: Be sure to have a look at a couple of other fantastic home tours that we have showcased here on One Kindesign in the state of Colorado: Mountainside retreat showcases breathtaking views of Colorado peaks and Delightful timber frame mountain cabin perched on a Colorado hillside.
Above: This home is heated via a wood-burning stove and a radiant heating system in the concrete slab.
PHOTOGRAPHER David Lauer Photography
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