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The plan consists of two simple rectangles connected by a central pavilion serving as both the front and back doors. The house is oriented with views to the southern creek and mountains beyond. Rammed earth walls divide the house into public and private spaces as they are punctuated with large glass openings to create a biophilic experience. The rammed earth walls and concrete floors contribute passive solar properties and Shou Sugi ban siding reduces maintenance. Cantilevered roof overhangs provide summer shade and winter sun penetration. EUI = 24.46 with an overall 36% CO2 reduction.
Ward + Blake Architects is a boutique architectural firm specializing in high end custom residential projects, multi-family residential, hospitality, resort, small commercial and educational facilities. Our process embraces the broader spectrum – we look beyond the immediate programmatic goals and site constraints toward greater overall goals and long-term solutions. Through strategies that respect both the built and bio-climatic environments, we connect people to a cohesive building project that enriches the existing conditions of the site and connects respectfully to nature.
2023 Winner for Ridge 52 Residence
BLT Built Design Awards - Architectural Design - Residential
2023 Award of Citation for TCSD No. 1 Administration Bldg.
American Institute of Architects Wyoming Chapter
2022 Bronze Award for Alta Cabin
International Design Awards - Architecture-Renovation
2020 Design Excellence - Merit Award for CLC "The Ranch"
AIA Wyoming - Education Category
2018 Best Luxury Residential Project Wyoming
Granite Ridge Residence - Build Architecture Awards
2017 Silver Award for Granite Ridge Residence
International Design Awards - New Residential Bldg.
2017 HGTV Ultimate Outdoor Awards - Overall Winner for
EHA Residence, Jackson, Wyoming
2015 Gold Award for Safir Residence
International Design Awards - New Residential Bldg.
2013 AIA Western Mountain Region Firm of the Year
Western Mountain Region/ American Institute of Architects
2013 Award of Citation for Children’s Learning Center
BSA Design Awards – Boston Society of Architects, AIA
2013 Merit Award for Villa di Famiglia Vita
Builders Choice & Custom Home Design Awards - Renovation
2012 Architect of the Year for Earthwall II Residence
International Design Awards - Architecture
2012 First Prize/ Gold for Earthwall II Residence
International Design Awards - New Residential Bldg./ Pro
2012 First Prize/ Gold for Villa Famiglia Vita
International Design Awards - Architecture Renovation
2012 Second Prize/ Silver for Children’s Learning Center
International Design Awards - Architecture Professional
2012 Top 10 Schools Shortlist for CLC "The Ranch"
World Architecture Festival - Singapore
2012 Third Prize/ Bronze for PLC Residence
International Design Awards - Architect Conceptual Design
2011 Third Prize/ Bronze for Sharp Residence
International Design Awards - Architect Conceptual Design
2011 First Prize/ Gold for Catskills Retreat
International Design Awards - Architect Conceptual Design
2011 AIA Wyoming Firm of the Year