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Below the Shaded Ridge
Below the Shaded Ridge
Healdsburg, CA, United States
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Below the Shaded Ridge
Healdsburg, CA, United States
Type
STATUS
Under Construction
YEAR
2029
SIZE
5000 sqft - 10,000 sqft
BUDGET
Undisclosed
Nestled on the uphill ridge of Healdsburg, California, this exceptional 12.58-acre rural site occupies a pristine parcel in the Dry Creek Valley region of Sonoma County's renowned wine country. The property is characterized by its naturally steep topography that creates dramatic elevation changes across the landscape, and offers direct views to Geyser Peak in the distance.
The combination of steep grades, abundant tree cover, and the presence of a natural creek creates a challenging yet inspiring canvas for architecture that must respond thoughtfully to the site's dramatic natural features.
Conceived as a home where the entire family can gather, the program prioritizes flexibility to accommodate the clients' vision of their children's families co-living on the property while maintaining their independence. The program is split into an ADU perched up on the flatter portion of the site, tucked behind the trees, and a main residence divided into two wings. The first wing contains the main entry foyer with a double-height entertainment zone featuring the kitchen and living/dining areas, plus a large outdoor deck and two bedrooms. The second independent wing hosts its separate entry with a kitchen/living/dining area downstairs and two bedrooms upstairs. Between the two wings, acting as a buffer zone, are a formal dining and living area with a wine room on the lower floor, and an office/library space with a large roof deck on the upper floor. Lastly, a large outdoor social area on the lower portion of the site features an infinity-edge pool, outdoor kitchen, bocceball court, and poolhouse. A nature trail and thoughtful landscaping take advantage of the exceptional large site, connecting the different parts of the program and nestling the project into its natural surroundings.
The slope and views at this site set up perfectly towards the northeast, creating an ideal context for the project. Thanks to this favorable orientation, the house naturally follows the natural contour lines of the site with the main program facing the view while requiring minimal sun control. The southwest harsher sun of the region is mitigated by a vertical screen and deep overhangs providing the necessary shade while allowing for natural light and uphill views.
On top of the house's orientation, the impact of the house on its surrounding context is minimized by limiting the height of retaining walls and creating a series of levels, allowing the house to gradually step down and follow the slope. At the main house, low-sloped deep roof overhangs tapering to a thin fascia minimize its visual impact from afar. At the ADU, a more traditional gable roof that sits below the tree canopy has been used, following the typology of a standalone cabin in the woods.
Due to the wildfire and Wildland-Urban Interface context of the property, fire-resistant materials have been used at the exterior: standing seam metal roofing and wall cladding, travertine stone cladding, aluminum slats, and fire-resistant wood siding compose the envelope of the buildings. Darker materials have been selected to integrate nicely within the tree-shaded surroundings of the project.
At the interior, the material palette is lightened up with porcelain tile and oak wood floorings, oak and walnut veneers, and a selection of natural marbles giving each space its specificity while contributing to a cohesive overall material palette.
Through its careful response to the steep terrain and thoughtful landscaping and material selection, multiple generations will unfold Below The Shaded Ridge—a quiet home deeply rooted in its natural setting.
The combination of steep grades, abundant tree cover, and the presence of a natural creek creates a challenging yet inspiring canvas for architecture that must respond thoughtfully to the site's dramatic natural features.
Conceived as a home where the entire family can gather, the program prioritizes flexibility to accommodate the clients' vision of their children's families co-living on the property while maintaining their independence. The program is split into an ADU perched up on the flatter portion of the site, tucked behind the trees, and a main residence divided into two wings. The first wing contains the main entry foyer with a double-height entertainment zone featuring the kitchen and living/dining areas, plus a large outdoor deck and two bedrooms. The second independent wing hosts its separate entry with a kitchen/living/dining area downstairs and two bedrooms upstairs. Between the two wings, acting as a buffer zone, are a formal dining and living area with a wine room on the lower floor, and an office/library space with a large roof deck on the upper floor. Lastly, a large outdoor social area on the lower portion of the site features an infinity-edge pool, outdoor kitchen, bocceball court, and poolhouse. A nature trail and thoughtful landscaping take advantage of the exceptional large site, connecting the different parts of the program and nestling the project into its natural surroundings.
The slope and views at this site set up perfectly towards the northeast, creating an ideal context for the project. Thanks to this favorable orientation, the house naturally follows the natural contour lines of the site with the main program facing the view while requiring minimal sun control. The southwest harsher sun of the region is mitigated by a vertical screen and deep overhangs providing the necessary shade while allowing for natural light and uphill views.
On top of the house's orientation, the impact of the house on its surrounding context is minimized by limiting the height of retaining walls and creating a series of levels, allowing the house to gradually step down and follow the slope. At the main house, low-sloped deep roof overhangs tapering to a thin fascia minimize its visual impact from afar. At the ADU, a more traditional gable roof that sits below the tree canopy has been used, following the typology of a standalone cabin in the woods.
Due to the wildfire and Wildland-Urban Interface context of the property, fire-resistant materials have been used at the exterior: standing seam metal roofing and wall cladding, travertine stone cladding, aluminum slats, and fire-resistant wood siding compose the envelope of the buildings. Darker materials have been selected to integrate nicely within the tree-shaded surroundings of the project.
At the interior, the material palette is lightened up with porcelain tile and oak wood floorings, oak and walnut veneers, and a selection of natural marbles giving each space its specificity while contributing to a cohesive overall material palette.
Through its careful response to the steep terrain and thoughtful landscaping and material selection, multiple generations will unfold Below The Shaded Ridge—a quiet home deeply rooted in its natural setting.
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