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arizona hideaway

2028

tucson usa

residential building

flat roofs and deep eaves emphasize the horizontal lines and allow the house to blend seamlessly into the landscape. the pavilion-style structure is highly distinctive: individual living areas are housed in separate building volumes, sheltered courtyards and terraces are situated between them, the interstitial spaces often become covered outdoor areas, and the various volumes are linked by glazed sections and walkways. this layout avoids the concept of a traditional front or back facade; instead, the house opens up to the landscape on multiple sides. the underlying concept can be envisioned as a modern take on the desert courtyard house: solid volumes protect private zones, while courtyards and expanses of glass bring the outdoor climate and landscape into the home. the architecture employs a distinctly earthy, monolithic material palette: corten steel , concrete, glass, and wood. dark brown metal frames lend the building volumes an almost sculptural sense of solidity, while expansive glass façades ensure transparency. the rust-brown hue harmonizes perfectly with the surroundings, echoing the colors of the rock, sand, and arid vegetation. flat roofs serve as a fundamental design element, resting like heavy horizontal slabs atop the individual building volumes.

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