Project Data:

Completion Date:     3/14/2023

Square Footage:      6048

Building Use:           Single Family Residential

Project Description:

The core design was to relocate an olive tree that holds sentimental value right into the heart of the project. In turn creating stippled light that playfully dances throughout the courtyard. Working within strict community guidelines and codes the goal was to utilize the site while still creating a special architectural moment that connects each aspect of the home.

Steel framed fenestration provides a visual link throughout the home, allowing the family to always feel connected regardless the zone or floor. A courtyard plan was chosen to provide light deep into the plan and to the lower level, in addition creating a private moment upon entry.

The trees mature height aligns with the guardrail height allowing one to simply reach out and pick the olive fruit directly of the tree. During the festival period the tree is wrapped in string lights and acts the perfect backdrop to family life.

The upper floor provides single level living, complete with large open plan living room, discrete bedroom wing and garage. The basement provides a sound attenuated spot for late night movies, gym soundtracks and music collaborations.

Firm Name:              Foubister Architects

Completion Date:     3/14/2023

Square Footage:      6048

Building Use:           Single Family Residential

Location:                 Monarch Beach, Dana Point, Ca

Project Description:
- Utilize cross-ventilation throughout the home
- locally sourced materials
- Over insulated
- Large solar array, both PV and hydro
- Utilize underfloor and in wall heating systems
- Earth Clay wall plaster allowing the building to breathe
- Clay plaster releases negative ions for calming effect
- Lower courtyard allows for a secluded space to become self aware

Design Architect:
Rory Foubister

Associate Architect or Firm:
Nathan Cowle, Nour Kassam

Landscape Architect:
Michael Wilkes

Owner / Developer:
N/a

Engineer:
ESI / FME

General Contractor:
RDM General Contractors

Consultant:
GMEP, Circa Lighting, Melissa Morgan Design, EGA consultants, Civilscapes

Photographer:
N/a