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Sunset Magazine Idea House

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2008  Sunset Magazine Idea House at Monterra

Breaking ground on August 2nd, the Idea House is a warmly contemporary project that will present a multitude of architectural, landscape and decorating ideas.   Most importantly, these ideas  have been formulated to create a comfortable, functional home that responsibly incorporates many ec0-friendly features in response to the need for energy efficiency, function and sustainability whenever possible.  In collaboration with Sunset Magazine, Monterra is producing a unique home that recalls familiar Central Coast architectural themes such as Monterey courtyards, regional architectural building forms, gardens and magnificent views in a refreshing and beautiful property.

The 6,800 square foot 5 bedroom residence is comprised of 3 connected “farm buildings” reminiscent of Monterey County structures that are so much a part of our local economy and history.  Courtyards  enclosed with native stone provide a variety of outdoor spaces that will accommodate informal gatherings, large events and the solitary Sunday afternoon snooze in the shade of a glorious native oak.

Sunset Magazine Idea House

The design team is comprised of professionals who have each brought their energy and creativity to making this project truly unique.  Some of the features of the project include:

Architecture:   Thomas Bateman Hood, AIA, Architecture

  • Familiar building design configured for flexible, functional use of all interior and exterior spaces.
  • Sustainable and low maintenance materials.
  • Arrangement of rooms to maximize respective functions, privacy, views and flexibility of use.
  • Quality of materials and systems.
  • Exciting spaces that can enhance everyday life.
  • Indoor / outdoor spaces for cooking, entertaining and everyday use.
  • Direct access from major spaces to the outdoor decks, verandas and courtyards.

Landscape:  Bernard Trainor and Associates,Landscape Architects

  • Use of drought tolerant, native  and deer resistant plant materials to enhance the connection of the outdoor areas to the natural site features: native oaks, grasses, wooded and bay views.
  • Paving and wall materials that blend seamlessly with the natural surroundings and architecture.

Interiors:  Joseph Hittinger Designs

  • Flexible, functional room arrangements.
  • Dramatic interior finishes and lighting.
  • Functional, state of the art kitchen, laundry and bath fixtures, appliances and layout.
  • Eco-friendly materials.
  • Connection of overall design to the site, outdoor living areas and architecture.

Structural Engineering: Steve Mayone, Structural Engineer

  • Use of sustainable materials and assemblies
  • Engineering design that has minimal site intrusion with foundations and addresses local site considerations, seismic constraints and current building codes and standards.
  • Enhances the inherent structural quality of the architectural forms and history with  stone walls, columns, soaring spaces and expansive openings.

Mechanical Systems

  • State of the art design and products for maximum energy efficiency and indoor air quality.
  • Flexibility of individual space controls for use and comfort.
  • Active photo voltaic and solar heating systems for self generating energy needs.

 

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