Redefining living spaces in the foothills
Bringing together the expertise of Studio Brother John and Studio B Architecture + Interiors, a remarkable residence in Boulder, Colorado, reinvents the art of living in harmony with the high-altitude landscape. Nestled in the Mountain Ridge community, 9631 Mountain Ridge Place spans 4,410 square feet and rises from the ashes of a home lost to the Cal-Wood fire in 2020.
Strategic design and breathtaking context
The four-bedroom house sits gracefully on three acres bordered by 6,300 acres of protected open space, offering an immersive experience. Organized into three sections, it unfurls from a central entryway into distinct north and south wings. This strategic orientation allows each space to resonate with its mountainous surroundings.
The northern wing provides privacy with sleeping quarters, while communal areas flourish in the southern wing. Here, an open kitchen, dining, and living space embrace both intimacy and expansiveness.
A vantage point over nature’s canvas
Perched as though cantilevered from the hillside, the home’s design celebrates panoramic vistas. From here, you can gaze toward Pikes Peak, past the Boulder Flatirons, skirting the Denver skyline, and stretching out to the Great Plains.
The designers describe the ethereal sensation of, “floating or hovering over the land,” with the city lights of Boulder transforming the night view into a magnificent spectacle.
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Architecture in tune with nature
Crafted with low-maintenance Accoya wood siding, the home’s striking forms are crowned by individual hip roofs that mimic the rugged topography. Inside, the roof’s pitch becomes a wood-wrapped vault, echoing the surrounding peaks.
“Inspired by the surrounding mountains, the roof forms rise and fold toward the sky,” says Sarah Harkins, principal architect at Studio B. Skylights punctuate the peaks, showering interiors with soft daylight.
The interior boasts expansive Vonderhaus glass windows, Italian travertine for the kitchen island, and French white oak flooring, creating a serene harmony that allows the natural beauty to shine.
Sustainable innovation
In line with Boulder County’s green building codes, the home achieves zero-net energy status with a full solar array, exemplifying modern sustainability practices.
Photography credits go to Luke Gottlieb/Victor of Valencia and Parrish Ruiz de Velasco.
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Source: dezeen.com