This
design of the Fox Hollow Residence breaks down the scale and the conventional
notion of an upscale home by separating the primary functions of the house into
a series of linked pods that dance playfully along the sloped terrain. This
simple gesture gives a distinct character and function to each of the three
zones (utility, living, and bedroom), and the resulting smaller-scale
structures reduce the environmental impact of the home on the site.
Simple
shed roof forms open to the south, providing both a breathtaking view of the WillametteValley and the optimal solar orientation
for passive heating. The home is also
passively cooled through use of ceiling fans, operable windows, and vents that
draw cool air from the earth-bermed basement below.
The Fox
Hollow Residence demonstrates that architecture can be both environmentally
friendly and beautiful. The
craftsmanship and richness of materials draws from a Pacific
Northwest vernacular through use of natural cedar shingles, custom
ironwork, and exposed salvaged timber beams.
Every detail has been thoughtfully executed, from the modern steel
connections to the traditional Amish wood joinery. By thinking outside of the
typical residential box, this home has become a showcase of local craft,
sustainability and efficient living.