Set into a south-facing slope among mature oaks, the Hillside Residence is organized as a series of interlocking volumes that step down the terrain. The design preserves the existing tree canopy while opening the living spaces to panoramic views of the Sonoma Valley.
The material palette is restrained — board-formed concrete, weathering steel, and white oak — chosen to age alongside the landscape. Deep overhangs and operable clerestory windows create passive ventilation, reducing mechanical cooling by sixty percent.
The house is organized around a central courtyard that brings light into the interior while providing a protected outdoor room. Each bedroom is positioned to receive morning light, while the living areas face west toward sunset views over the valley.