Once a bustling shipping corridor in the 1800’s, Ravenhill Residence rests on a hill deep in Central Kentucky. Delivering sweeping views across unbroken rolling farmland, this 3,000 square foot family home delivers a distinct separation between public and private areas. A large deck expands the open living spaces into the scenic views. Terracing the more private living quarters above also avoided the need for more extensive and costly excavation or grading. A rural Brutalist sculpture, against a backdrop of fertile hills. Exposed concrete materials and simple forms subconsciously reflect an industrial heritage despite the rural pace of a pastoral lifestyle. Concrete slabs and walls were selected as both a design aesthetic and for the benefits of using a rigid insulation concrete formwork to achieve a high standard for energy efficiency. Thoughtful site orientation, along with window overhangs on southern elevations, further ensure optimal comfort. Ravenhill Residence is a shining example of environmental sensitivity and energy efficiency, in the form of a rural take on Brutalism.