prairie house

This modern home, surrounded by pastureland and open prairie, is designed to both take advantage of the panoramic views surrounding the house, as well as be a place to gather and entertain large events and extended family stays. The home incorporates entry and living courtyards to define guest and master wings, as well as provide areas for passive-cooling water features, fire pit gathering areas, and a light filled entry atrium. Because the owners expect to live in the house full-time, but often have family staying for extended periods when visiting from out-of-country, the home is divided in to “places to gather” and “places to escape”, creating a balance of open and closed areas that create a sense of privacy while still connecting people to the spectacular views of the site.