Carter + Burton Elk Run Ridge
Description
A folk art dealer and a music teacher wanted to build an “instant heirloom” to feature their valued collection, regional craft and to serve large annual reunions. Placed on a knoll on 100 acres of farmland, the project fits the site as naturally as nearby agrarian buildings. Evolving from diagrams separating the master bedroom from the Studio / Guest House, an elongated configuration with unified roof design features an open plan, dogtrot breezeway and porches. The design connects with the scale of the site while being functional for two people or 150 people. A regional response to a southern place, the design is anchored by fieldstone gravity walls and chimney while a "Core" with walnut basket weave houses plumbing and storage functions. Sliver windows provide privacy, light and solidness, contrasting with the open public spaces that connect with the landscape. Radiant concrete floors linked to the geothermal system provide a passive and active heat sink. Overhangs protect the interior from summer sun. The zinc roof folds to become a protective shear wall. The wood, stone and concrete are brought together with hidden stainless steel connectors while SIPs and glulams allow for large open spans. A study in material expression, the house showcases built in Nakashima shelving, vanity, and furniture. A built in grill, screen porch and entry court connect to the land in a minimalist way. FSC certified Duratherm windows, recycled glass tile and ERV units are a few sustainable tactics supplementing the handmade craft giving back to local culture.
Details
West Main Street Berryville, VA
Architect
Description
A folk art dealer and a music teacher wanted to build an “instant heirloom” to feature their valued collection, regional craft and to serve large annual reunions. Placed on a knoll on 100 acres of farmland, the project fits the site as naturally as nearby agrarian buildings. Evolving from diagrams separating the master bedroom from the Studio / Guest House, an elongated configuration with unified roof design features an open plan, dogtrot breezeway and porches. The design connects with the scale of the site while being functional for two people or 150 people. A regional response to a southern place, the design is anchored by fieldstone gravity walls and chimney while a "Core" with walnut basket weave houses plumbing and storage functions. Sliver windows provide privacy, light and solidness, contrasting with the open public spaces that connect with the landscape. Radiant concrete floors linked to the geothermal system provide a passive and active heat sink. Overhangs protect the interior from summer sun. The zinc roof folds to become a protective shear wall. The wood, stone and concrete are brought together with hidden stainless steel connectors while SIPs and glulams allow for large open spans. A study in material expression, the house showcases built in Nakashima shelving, vanity, and furniture. A built in grill, screen porch and entry court connect to the land in a minimalist way. FSC certified Duratherm windows, recycled glass tile and ERV units are a few sustainable tactics supplementing the handmade craft giving back to local culture.
Details
West Main Street Berryville, VA
