Set near the entrance to an old mining canyon, this compact
sustainable house engages with the history, geography and climate of
southwest Colorado. The house is composed of a series of volumes that
echo the mining structures and small miner’s homes built in and around
this former silver mining town.
The volumes and rooflines rise up, following the forms of the
mountains, while the house also steps down the slope. Tall windows
frame views of the constantly changing light and skies. Solar gain from
south facing glazing and a geothermal system provides abundant heat
during the long Colorado winters.
The house is part of an unusual new planned green community
called Creede America which is premised on rethinking the process of
building small-scale custom homes that are sensitive to the environment.
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