The architecture of the Colorado residence described in “Where Earth Meets Sky” (10/07 Architectural Digest) maintains a delicate connection with its mountainous landscape. Set in a ridge of the Rocky Mountains, this house was designed to flow seamlessly into its surroundings. The vast number of windows and careful use of materials creates the illusion of no boundaries. While modern elements, such as sharp lines, seem to contrast with the landscape, the natural stone and wood materials act to ground such variations. This is exemplified in the designers choice to use one curved, frosted glass wall, paralleled by a straight, rough stone wall. Each had used materials to blend contemporary and organic to maintain the natural feel of the house.
Because this house is designed around multiple floors (see floor plan), the many different layers imitate the feel of looking down a mountain. Its steep view is interrupted by varying lines and textures, as would the view down a mountain. The house has numerous angles, which creates shadows and depth, further enforcing the dynamic quality of this space.
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