SubscribeSign In

Conundrum Creek

View 14 Photos
Location
Aspen, Colorado
Year
2021
Structure
House (Single Residence)
Style
Modern
The architecture is broken into two distinct volumes—guest and primary wings—connected by a covered outdoor deck that amplifies the indoor-outdoor experience.
The architecture is broken into two distinct volumes—guest and primary wings—connected by a covered outdoor deck that amplifies the indoor-outdoor experience.
The long shed roof lifts toward the sound of the creek, sheltering a generous covered deck that invites year-round connection to nature.
The long shed roof lifts toward the sound of the creek, sheltering a generous covered deck that invites year-round connection to nature.
Designed as a dialogue with the river, the architecture responds to its site with precision, restraint, and reverence.
Designed as a dialogue with the river, the architecture responds to its site with precision, restraint, and reverence.
The long shed roof lifts toward the sound of the creek, sheltering a generous covered deck that invites year-round connection to nature.
The long shed roof lifts toward the sound of the creek, sheltering a generous covered deck that invites year-round connection to nature.
The architecture is broken into two distinct volumes—guest and primary wings—connected by a covered outdoor deck that amplifies the indoor-outdoor experience.
The architecture is broken into two distinct volumes—guest and primary wings—connected by a covered outdoor deck that amplifies the indoor-outdoor experience.
Natural light pours through carefully placed apertures, casting shifting patterns.
Natural light pours through carefully placed apertures, casting shifting patterns.
A great room anchors the home, framing stunning river views while seamlessly blending interior and exterior spaces.
A great room anchors the home, framing stunning river views while seamlessly blending interior and exterior spaces.
At night, the home glows softly within the trees, its warm interior light flickering through carefully curated openings.
At night, the home glows softly within the trees, its warm interior light flickering through carefully curated openings.
Nestled between the creek and a stand of mature trees, the structure is intentionally low-profile.
Nestled between the creek and a stand of mature trees, the structure is intentionally low-profile.
The north wing hosts guest rooms and a garage, offering privacy.
The north wing hosts guest rooms and a garage, offering privacy.
A darkened exterior palette allows the home to recede into the surrounding forest, echoing the quiet elegance of its alpine setting.
A darkened exterior palette allows the home to recede into the surrounding forest, echoing the quiet elegance of its alpine setting.
Deep roof overhangs and recessed apertures offer protection from the elements while creating rhythmic shadows across the exterior facade.
Deep roof overhangs and recessed apertures offer protection from the elements while creating rhythmic shadows across the exterior facade.
The long shed roof lifts toward the sound of the creek, sheltering a generous covered deck that invites year-round connection to nature.
The long shed roof lifts toward the sound of the creek, sheltering a generous covered deck that invites year-round connection to nature.

Credits

Posted by
Architect
Interior Design
Builder
Key Elements
Photographer

From Studio B Architecture + Interiors

The Conundrum Creek Residence is a thoughtfully designed home that harmonizes with its natural surroundings, shaped by the unique features of the site. As you approach the house, a transparent great room at its core provides a seamless connection to the outdoors, offering stunning views through the structure. The north wing houses three guest rooms, culminating in a garage, all oriented to capture glimpses of the riverside trees and the river’s flow downstream. The southern primary wing offers a private suite with serene views upriver. A long-shed roof slopes upward, framing the view and capturing the sounds of the river, while a covered deck connects the two wings, enhancing the home’s indoor/outdoor living experience, and fostering a deep connection with the environment.