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

Instead of installing rooftop solar panels, Alqadi and his friend and partner in the venture, Hillary Flur, built a “solar tree” to provide energy.

Front entrance with saguaro rib ceiling

Husband-and-wife team Elaine and Stanley Yang of real estate and development firm Mini Inno discovered this 2,000-square-foot ranch home, and set about transforming it into an idyllic weekend retreat. Built in 1966, the home sits on 3.6 acres and, while the bones were good, it was a bit outdated in terms of style. The revitalized, Moroccan-inspired retreat is a sanctuary worthy of its soothing surroundings.

Pool and garden

The doors mix wood and glass to allow for easy indoor/outdoor living, while the open floor plan keeps things airy.

“We want the house to blend into the environment and feel like part of this place, not stand out,” says architect Ben Callery.

Offering unobstructed ocean views, the Dvele solar-powered spec house is on the market for $1.4 million.

Tasmania, Australia Dwell Magazine : September / October 2017