Nestled among native vegetation, the Desert Fairways Residence emerges organically from its lush surroundings. Moreover, its low-slung masonry volumes enclose private zones, while a dynamically folded metal canopy shelters the social heart of the home. As a result, the design both complements and commands the rugged Arizona landscape.
Nestled within Arizona’s vast desert landscape, the Desert Geode Residence reveals itself as a harmonious blend of rugged protection and luminous openness. By contrasting folded metal planes with blasted-face masonry, the architects evoke the layered beauty of a geode—capturing sunlight on the exterior while offering an intimate sanctuary inside.
Malapai Tower House rises like a beacon in the heart of the world’s largest contiguous Ponderosa pine forest. Accessible only by a winding dirt road, this three‑story rusted‑steel residence perches atop a gentle volcanic clearing more than a mile above sea level.
Wake Robin House by Prentiss Balance Wickline is a stunning residence that seamlessly blends its natural surroundings with refined architectural detail. Shaped by an open meadow and framed by mature evergreen trees, the design embraces its site, ensuring that every element works harmoniously with nature.
The TS Falls West Residence, designed by Ibarra Rosano Design Architects, is a unique home created for a wildlife photographer who relocated from New York to the Arizona desert. This house, designed to blend into its environment, draws inspiration from the simple shapes of ranching sheds.
In 2020, The Ranch Mine, an acclaimed architecture firm, received an unusual project inquiry in the Arcadia neighborhood of Phoenix, Arizona. The request was for a new modern home to replace an outdated ranch house that the clients had outgrown while raising their three children over the past eight years.
The SB Residence by Tate Studio Architects is a striking example of desert modern architecture that seamlessly integrates with its natural surroundings. Located on a unique piece of land, this 4,471-square-foot home uses the terrain and native vegetation to its advantage, creating a living space that is both harmonious and visually stunning.
Discover Ski Ranch, a modern, Bauhaus-inspired lake house designed by The Ranch Mine in Buckeye, Arizona. This innovative, off-grid home seamlessly blends indoor and outdoor living, featuring solar power, rainwater collection, and stunning desert and waterfront views.
