Located in on the southern edge of Surrey, BC the Ranch House sits comfortably in a countryside setting while still being a short drive to the bustling metropolis of Vancouver. The home appears to be a new build but is in fact a large-scale renovation to a very modest two-storey rancher.
The home has been laid out with the main residence being connected to a garage/secondary suite with a large covered deck. The space between the two buildings becomes a true outdoor room with a large eating area, a fireplace and BBQ rounding out the room.
The exterior of the Ranch House is clad in clear-stained Western Red Cedar with bands of Douglas Fir for fascias and trim. Dark, metal clad windows and roof fascia crisply complement the wood of the façade and gives the home a distinctly modern feel. A skylight runs the near full width of the outdoor room that connects the main home to the garage.
The home is built with traditional 2”x4” and 2”x6” wood frame construction throughout. Douglas Fir 8”x8” posts support a huge Douglas Fir beam that spans the entire width of the front entry. A series of 3”x10” rafters run atop the beam to support a flat roof and skylight that covers a walkway and entry area.
The home is an exploration of a West Coast Contemporary aesthetic juxtaposed with a more traditional play of massing and form. The design and building process was greatly facilitated by an owner/builder with the vision and passion to make his family home truly unique.
Design by Kevin Vallely Design (www.vallely.ca)
Built by Glenn Petersen (client)
Photo credits: Dom Koric