Foothills

The house's most distinguishing fea­tures are its muscular desert masonry walls of rocks and boulders embedded in concrete, which travel from the exte­rior to the interior, as well as graphic accordion walls of hemlock. Based on the client's directive, we tried to push it in a more feminine direc­tion to counter the masculine vibe. Our strategic eruptions of lavender, mauve, and coral that spice up the otherwise neutral pal­ette attuned to the earthy tones of the woodwork and stone masonry. The upholstery is extra plush and cozy as a counterbalance to the abun­dant concrete and stone.