This 2,500 square foot residence sits atop a precipice with views to the metropolitan Denver valley to the east and the iconic Flatiron peaks to the west.  The interior spaces are austere, reflecting the disciplined lifestyle of the homeowners.  

© Ron Johnson

Architects: Dynia Architects

Location: Boulder, CO, United States

Architect In Charge: Stephen Dynia, FAIA

Area: 2500.0 ft2

Project Year: 2009

Photographs: Ron Johnson, Kimberly Gavin

Contractor/Builder: Rosewood Construction Inc.

Landscape Architect: R Design Land Architects and Nettle Landscaping

Structural Engineer: K L & A Inc
Mep Engineer: ME Engineers

© Kimberly Gavin

This 2,500 square foot residence sits atop a precipice with views to the metropolitan Denver valley to the east and the iconic Flatiron peaks to the west.  The interior spaces are austere, reflecting the disciplined lifestyle of the homeowners.  

© Ron Johnson

The two sides of this linear scheme respond independently to the site conditions.  The east has a high band of glass for morning light infiltration, with a thick zone of storage, including custom built-in shelving, below.  Dividing the storage areas, intermittent windows provide views to the entry court and distant city.  Upon entering th...