Set in a clearing in the valley floor, this residence raises its roofs to the surrounding mountain views extending the eaves to create shade and protection to the exterior terraces. The roofs drain to a sod roof covering the curved corridor that flows through the house and on to the path leading to the Guest House. A water feature starts as a reflecting pool at the entry, flows around the north terrace and culminates at the south lawn in a natural pond. The water feature links the house with the existing pond and creeks that flow through and around the site. New landscaping was done in a natural way to mimic the riparian river bottom. Sandstone and Sho Sugi Ban siding link the house to its natural setting while large high performance bronze windows open the house to magnificent views, daylight, and transparency that lets the visually breath in a biophilic way. A ground source heat pump utilizes the pond to heat/cool the house and super insulation creates a superior exterior envelope. The Barn and Guest House mimic the architecture and materials of the house to create a cohesive harmony throughout the complex.
Bio Ward + Blake Architects is a boutique architectural firm specializing in high end custom residential projects, multi-family residential, hospitality, resort, small commercial and educational facilities. Our process embraces the broader spectrum – we look beyond the immediate programmatic goals and site constraints toward greater overall goals and long-term solutions. Through strategies that respect both the built and bio-climatic environments, we connect people to a cohesive building project that enriches the existing conditions of the site and connects respectfully to nature.
Other prizes 2023 Winner for Ridge 52 Residence BLT Built Design Awards - Architectural Design - Residential 2023 Award of Citation for TCSD No. 1 Administration Bldg. American Institute of Architects Wyoming Chapter 2022 Bronze Award for Alta Cabin International Design Awards - Architecture-Renovation 2020 Design Excellence - Merit Award for CLC "The Ranch" AIA Wyoming - Education Category 2018 Best Luxury Residential Project Wyoming Granite Ridge Residence - Build Architecture Awards 2017 Silver Award for Granite Ridge Residence International Design Awards - New Residential Bldg. 2017 HGTV Ultimate Outdoor Awards - Overall Winner for EHA Residence, Jackson, Wyoming 2015 Gold Award for Safir Residence International Design Awards - New Residential Bldg. 2013 AIA Western Mountain Region Firm of the Year Western Mountain Region/ American Institute of Architects 2013 Award of Citation for Children’s Learning Center BSA Design Awards – Boston Society of Architects, AIA 2013 Merit Award for Villa di Famiglia Vita Builders Choice & Custom Home Design Awards - Renovation 2012 Architect of the Year for Earthwall II Residence International Design Awards - Architecture 2012 First Prize/ Gold for Earthwall II Residence International Design Awards - New Residential Bldg./ Pro 2012 First Prize/ Gold for Villa Famiglia Vita International Design Awards - Architecture Renovation 2012 Second Prize/ Silver for Children’s Learning Center International Design Awards - Architecture Professional 2012 Top 10 Schools Shortlist for CLC "The Ranch" World Architecture Festival - Singapore 2012 Third Prize/ Bronze for PLC Residence International Design Awards - Architect Conceptual Design 2011 Third Prize/ Bronze for Sharp Residence International Design Awards - Architect Conceptual Design 2011 First Prize/ Gold for Catskills Retreat International Design Awards - Architect Conceptual Design 2011 AIA Wyoming Firm of the Year
