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Madrone Ridge, Field Architecture | International Design Awards Winners

Madrone Ridge

CompanyField Architecture

Lead DesignersJess Field

Design TeamStructural - Strandberg Engineering, MEP - Engineering 350, Civil - Munselle Civil Engineering, Landscape - Lutsko Associates, Builder - Downbuilt, Interior Designer - Ann Lowengart Interiors

Project LocationSonoma County, CA

CreditsPhotos by Joe Fletcher

Prize(s)Gold in Sustainable / Green Architecture Design / Sustainable Residential Private Home, Silver in Residential Architecture Design / Rural, Silver in Residential Architecture Design / Single/Family Dwelling, Silver in Building Of The Year / Residential

Entry Description

Madrone Ridge took form through its response to the surrounding environmental conditions and its siting on a forested promontory above a valley. Solar orientation and shading were modeled and calibrated to achieve 98% optimization. The roof is composed of two sloping triangular planes that capture water in the wet season. The exterior features a Rockwool heat-stopping system clad in non-combustible copper skin. The design creates direct connections to the outdoors by extending the facade beyond the glass to create comfortable and protected transitional outdoor spaces.