Faulkner Architects designed the Viewfinder House to allow the homeowners to see the Sierra Nevada Mountains from every room. The house stands atop a hill in Truckee, opposite the mountains, offering scenic views. To maintain sight range, the Viewfinder House has numerous floor-to-ceiling windows that provide impeccable visibility. For privacy's sake, decorative cedar screens adorn the side of the house facing the road.
Cedar is also used to spruce up other sections of the Viewfinder House. Cedar ceilings and rain screens add rustic character to the home, while granite flooring and modern amenities keep things contemporary. The Viewfinder House includes a swimming pool, a gym, and a media room downstairs. The upstairs houses the kitchen, master bedroom, and guest bedrooms.
Scenic Mountainside Houses
The Viewfinder House is Oriented Toward a Picturesque Mountain View
Trend Themes
1. Mountain View Homes - Designing homes oriented towards scenic mountain views can be a major selling point for luxury homebuyers.
2. Floor-to-ceiling Windows - Homes with unobstructed views of natural landscapes will increasingly feature large, floor-to-ceiling windows.
3. Combining Rustic and Modern Features - Combining traditional and modern amenities in high-end homes offers homeowners the best of both worlds.
Industry Implications
1. Real Estate - Luxury real estate developers can capitalize on the demand for mountain view homes by designing and building high-end properties that prioritize natural surroundings.
2. Architecture and Design - Architects and designers specializing in high-end homes can explore and develop innovative ways to seamlessly integrate rustic and modern features.
3. Construction and Materials - Construction and materials companies can develop new products and building techniques that prioritize both natural and contemporary elements in luxury homes.