Modern Homes in the Desert

Embedded in the desert, this Marmol Radziner–designed prefab home for a Las Vegas casino executive features a James Turrell pyramidal Skyspace structure.

For the seating area, the couple selected a Charles sofa by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia in addition to CH07 Shell chairs by Hans Wegner, a PK61 coffee table by Poul Kjærholm, and a Nesta rug from Design Within Reach. The dining table, an original design by Burnette, is surrounded by stools that belonged to a previous owner.

Groupings of succulents accent the home’s entry path and pool area.

The home's exterior, composed of concrete and glass, welcomes guests with a traditional water fountain in the entryway. Photo by: Bill Timmerman

The Blue Sky prototype house leads a second life as desert getaway for David McAdam and his partner Scott Smith.

This home keeps cool underneath a steel shading structure and a concrete foundation. Photo by David Harrison