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Pinecrest Chalet

In the heart of Emigration Canyon outside of Salt Lake City, Utah

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The Site

Emigration Canyon, just outside of Salt Lake City, is a serene getaway tucked into steep slopes. The clients for this single family residence have deep roots in the canyon, with family just a few minutes walk up the road. The site consists of two existing foundations which will be repaired in the reconstruction of this mountain cabin.

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The Concept

keep what's there:

warmth, light, nature, and some old and cold foundations.

 

 

 

 

 

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The Green

  • Sunspaces at south facades
  • Reuse of existing structure
  • Permeable driveway
  • Low VOC interiors
  • Solar PV
  • Shou sugi ban siding
  • Preservation of drainage patterns

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