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Staley Residence Landscape Design
Deck Integral with Hot Tub & Trellis
Staley Residence Landscape Design Once rarely used rear yard has been transformed into a livable and pleasant outdoor room. The new garden has a deck that incorporates a six-foot-diameter hot tub, a circular bench, a table and steps. A trellis surrounds the tub, providing privacy. The fragrance of jasmine adds delight in the bathing experience. The table is cantilevered from the deck structure, preserving the existing fig tree. The steps are designed wide enough so that they are often used for seating during parties. All of these elements are designed as integral parts of the whole landscape form. Note that this design is inseparable with the building: it is continuous with and forms a inseparable part for the interior space facing the garden.
Deck Integral With A Hot Tub & Trellis
Staley Residence Landscape Design Once rarely used rear yard has been transformed into a livable and pleasant outdoor room. The new garden has a deck that incorporates a six-foot-diameter hot tub, a circular bench, a table and steps. A trellis surrounds the tub, providing privacy. The fragrance of jasmine adds delight in the bathing experience. The table is cantilevered from the deck structure, preserving the existing fig tree. The steps are designed wide enough so that they are often used for seating during parties. All of these elements are designed as integral parts of the whole landscape form. Note that this design is inseparable with the building: it is continuous with and forms a inseparable part for the interior space facing the garden.
Deck Trellis Detail with Jasmine
Staley Residence Landscape Design Once rarely used rear yard has been transformed into a livable and pleasant outdoor room. The new garden has a deck that incorporates a six-foot-diameter hot tub, a circular bench, a table and steps. A trellis surrounds the tub, providing privacy. The fragrance of jasmine adds delight in the bathing experience. The table is cantilevered from the deck structure, preserving the existing fig tree. The steps are designed wide enough so that they are often used for seating during parties. All of these elements are designed as integral parts of the whole landscape form. Note that this design is inseparable with the building: it is continuous with and forms a inseparable part for the interior space facing the garden.
Deck Trellis Detail at Top
Staley Residence Landscape Design Once rarely used rear yard has been transformed into a livable and pleasant outdoor room. The new garden has a deck that incorporates a six-foot-diameter hot tub, a circular bench, a table and steps. A trellis surrounds the tub, providing privacy. The fragrance of jasmine adds delight in the bathing experience. The table is cantilevered from the deck structure, preserving the existing fig tree. The steps are designed wide enough so that they are often used for seating during parties. All of these elements are designed as integral parts of the whole landscape form. Note that this design is inseparable with the building: it is continuous with and forms a inseparable part for the interior space facing the garden.
Cantilevered Table Detail, preserving the fig tree
Staley Residence Landscape Design Once rarely used rear yard has been transformed into a livable and pleasant outdoor room. The new garden has a deck that incorporates a six-foot-diameter hot tub, a circular bench, a table and steps. A trellis surrounds the tub, providing privacy. The fragrance of jasmine adds delight in the bathing experience. The table is cantilevered from the deck structure, preserving the existing fig tree. The steps are designed wide enough so that they are often used for seating during parties. All of these elements are designed as integral parts of the whole landscape form. Note that this design is inseparable with the building: it is continuous with and forms a inseparable part for the interior space facing the garden.
Studio & Rear Yard - Continuity of Interior-Exterior Space
Staley Residence Landscape Design Once rarely used rear yard has been transformed into a livable and pleasant outdoor room. The new garden has a deck that incorporates a six-foot-diameter hot tub, a circular bench, a table and steps. A trellis surrounds the tub, providing privacy. The fragrance of jasmine adds delight in the bathing experience. The table is cantilevered from the deck structure, preserving the existing fig tree. The steps are designed wide enough so that they are often used for seating during parties. All of these elements are designed as integral parts of the whole landscape form. Note that this design is inseparable with the building: it is continuous with and forms a inseparable part for the interior space facing the garden.
Lobo Residence Landscape Design
View from Southeast Garden-House layout captures view corridor
Lobo Residence Landscape Design Landscape design for this new residence is inseparable from the house design. For this new Tuscan-style home, extensive research is performed on classic Italian architecture and gardens. The southeast garden is placed right on the view corridor axis, which is also reinforced by the layout of the house, capturing the magnificent view of the San Francisco Bay. Thus, the garden as well as the house is spatially connected with the Bay. This garden has a paved terrace for outdoor dining, a large lawned garden and a playground for children. From the front entry gate, one enters a gate room with a wall fountain that welcomes visitors with its soothing sound. As you descend the stairs in the gate room, you will be walking under the trellis, through the beautiful quiet courtyard. This sequence of experience through the landscape sets a prelude to the experiencing the house.
Entry Gate Stairs
Lobo Residence Landscape Design Landscape design for this new residence is inseparable from the house design. For this new Tuscan-style home, extensive research is performed on classic Italian architecture and gardens. The southeast garden is placed right on the view corridor axis, which is also reinforced by the layout of the house, capturing the magnificent view of the San Francisco Bay. Thus, the garden as well as the house is spatially connected with the Bay. This garden has a paved terrace for outdoor dining, a large lawned garden and a playground for children. From the front entry gate, one enters a gate room with a wall fountain that welcomes visitors with its soothing sound. As you descend the stairs in the gate room, you will be walking under the trellis, through the beautiful quiet courtyard. This sequence of experience through the landscape sets a prelude to the experiencing the house.
Entry Gate Room Wall Fountain
Lobo Residence Landscape Design Landscape design for this new residence is inseparable from the house design. For this new Tuscan-style home, extensive research is performed on classic Italian architecture and gardens. The southeast garden is placed right on the view corridor axis, which is also reinforced by the layout of the house, capturing the magnificent view of the San Francisco Bay. Thus, the garden as well as the house is spatially connected with the Bay. This garden has a paved terrace for outdoor dining, a large lawned garden and a playground for children. From the front entry gate, one enters a gate room with a wall fountain that welcomes visitors with its soothing sound. As you descend the stairs in the gate room, you will be walking under the trellis, through the beautiful quiet courtyard. This sequence of experience through the landscape sets a prelude to the experiencing the house.
Courtyard
Lobo Residence Landscape Design Landscape design for this new residence is inseparable from the house design. For this new Tuscan-style home, extensive research is performed on classic Italian architecture and gardens. The southeast garden is placed right on the view corridor axis, which is also reinforced by the layout of the house, capturing the magnificent view of the San Francisco Bay. Thus, the garden as well as the house is spatially connected with the Bay. This garden has a paved terrace for outdoor dining, a large lawned garden and a playground for children. From the front entry gate, one enters a gate room with a wall fountain that welcomes visitors with its soothing sound. As you descend the stairs in the gate room, you will be walking under the trellis, through the beautiful quiet courtyard. This sequence of experience through the landscape sets a prelude to the experiencing the house.
Entry Trellis seen from Foyer
Lobo Residence Landscape Design Landscape design for this new residence is inseparable from the house design. For this new Tuscan-style home, extensive research is performed on classic Italian architecture and gardens. The southeast garden is placed right on the view corridor axis, which is also reinforced by the layout of the house, capturing the magnificent view of the San Francisco Bay. Thus, the garden as well as the house is spatially connected with the Bay. This garden has a paved terrace for outdoor dining, a large lawned garden and a playground for children. From the front entry gate, one enters a gate room with a wall fountain that welcomes visitors with its soothing sound. As you descend the stairs in the gate room, you will be walking under the trellis, through the beautiful quiet courtyard. This sequence of experience through the landscape sets a prelude to the experiencing the house.
King Residence Gardens
Entry Courtyard
King Residence Gardens The landscape design for this new house is inseparable from the house design. The house is built on a hillside in Marin with a panoramic view of the San Francisco Bay. The entry courtyard is placed behind the house, where the water view is intentionally concealed: One sees the water only after entering the house, making the experience dramatic. The garden has a covered seating area on one side, facing the planters in the courtyard. A quiet meditative garden is created with stepping stones on the east side of the bedroom wing. The garden connects the master bedroom and the deck on the south side of the house. The expansive deck with outdoor dining and sitting areas surrounds the house with commanding view of the Bay.
Entry Courtyard-Seat
King Residence Gardens The landscape design for this new house is inseparable from the house design. The house is built on a hillside in Marin with a panoramic view of the San Francisco Bay. The entry courtyard is placed behind the house, where the water view is intentionally concealed: One sees the water only after entering the house, making the experience dramatic. The garden has a covered seating area on one side, facing the planters in the courtyard. A quiet meditative garden is created with stepping stones on the east side of the bedroom wing. The garden connects the master bedroom and the deck on the south side of the house. The expansive deck with outdoor dining and sitting areas surrounds the house with commanding view of the Bay.
Quiet Garden seen from Master Bedroom, looking toward the Bay
King Residence Gardens The landscape design for this new house is inseparable from the house design. The house is built on a hillside in Marin with a panoramic view of the San Francisco Bay. The entry courtyard is placed behind the house, where the water view is intentionally concealed: One sees the water only after entering the house, making the experience dramatic. The garden has a covered seating area on one side, facing the planters in the courtyard. A quiet meditative garden is created with stepping stones on the east side of the bedroom wing. The garden connects the master bedroom and the deck on the south side of the house. The expansive deck with outdoor dining and sitting areas surrounds the house with commanding view of the Bay.
Quiet Garden seen from Outdoor Dining Deck
King Residence Gardens The landscape design for this new house is inseparable from the house design. The house is built on a hillside in Marin with a panoramic view of the San Francisco Bay. The entry courtyard is placed behind the house, where the water view is intentionally concealed: One sees the water only after entering the house, making the experience dramatic. The garden has a covered seating area on one side, facing the planters in the courtyard. A quiet meditative garden is created with stepping stones on the east side of the bedroom wing. The garden connects the master bedroom and the deck on the south side of the house. The expansive deck with outdoor dining and sitting areas surrounds the house with commanding view of the Bay.
Deck Looking West
King Residence The landscape design for this new house is inseparable from the house design. The house is built on a hillside in Marin with a panoramic view of the San Francisco Bay. The entry courtyard is placed behind the house, where the water view is intentionally concealed: One sees the water only after entering the house, making the experience dramatic. The garden has a covered seating area on one side, facing the planters in the courtyard. A quiet meditative garden is created with stepping stones on the east side of the bedroom wing. The garden connects the master bedroom and the deck on the south side of the house. The expansive deck with outdoor dining and sitting areas surrounds the house with commanding view of the Bay.
Deck Looking East
King Residence The landscape design for this new house is inseparable from the house design. The house is built on a hillside in Marin with a panoramic view of the San Francisco Bay. The entry courtyard is placed behind the house, where the water view is intentionally concealed: One sees the water only after entering the house, making the experience dramatic. The garden has a covered seating area on one side, facing the planters in the courtyard. A quiet meditative garden is created with stepping stones on the east side of the bedroom wing. The garden connects the master bedroom and the deck on the south side of the house. The expansive deck with outdoor dining and sitting areas surrounds the house with commanding view of the Bay.
Japanese Gardens
Duncan Street Urban Landscape Design
Entry Court-Gradual transition to entry
Duncan Street Urban Landscape Design For this two-unit condominiums in San Francisco, the formation of the front entry court responds to the existing neighbors buildings and open spaces. Because the adjacent structures set back differently, this building changes its front setback so that front walls align with the neighbors' front faces at both sides. The newly created urban landscape connects urban facades harmoniously, providing a flow of urban space and pleasant entry experience. Note also that access to each entry is not abrupt, but gradual: street, paved court, and then, covered half-hidden entry area. The two residences have completely separate entrances, providing a greater sense of privacy and identity. Each residence also has its own private spacious outdoor area: the lower unit has its own full back yard; the upper unit has its own spacious roof deck with a view. (These contrast sharply with more typical plans of this kind in the city, where entrances, corridors and outdoor spaces are shared.) Both residences are successfully sold in the middle of a deep recession.
Entry Court-Smooth flow of urban space
Duncan Street Urban Landscape Design For this two-unit condominiums in San Francisco, the formation of the front entry court responds to the existing neighbors buildings and open spaces. Because the adjacent structures set back differently, this building changes its front setback so that front walls align with the neighbors' front faces at both sides. The newly created urban landscape connects urban facades harmoniously, providing a flow of urban space and pleasant entry experience. Note also that access to each entry is not abrupt, but gradual: street, paved court, and then, covered half-hidden entry area. The two residences have completely separate entrances, providing a greater sense of privacy and identity. Each residence also has its own private spacious outdoor area: the lower unit has its own full back yard; the upper unit has its own spacious roof deck with a view. (These contrast sharply with more typical plans of this kind in the city, where entrances, corridors and outdoor spaces are shared.) Both residences are successfully sold in the middle of a deep recession.
Lightwell (natural light+small planter area)
Duncan Street Urban Landscape Design For this two-unit condominiums in San Francisco, the formation of the front entry court responds to the existing neighbors buildings and open spaces. Because the adjacent structures set back differently, this building changes its front setback so that front walls align with the neighbors' front faces at both sides. The newly created urban landscape connects urban facades harmoniously, providing a flow of urban space and pleasant entry experience. Note also that access to each entry is not abrupt, but gradual: street, paved court, and then, covered half-hidden entry area. The two residences have completely separate entrances, providing a greater sense of privacy and identity. Each residence also has its own private spacious outdoor area: the lower unit has its own full back yard; the upper unit has its own spacious roof deck with a view. (These contrast sharply with more typical plans of this kind in the city, where entrances, corridors and outdoor spaces are shared.) Both residences are successfully sold in the middle of a deep recession.
Lightwell(natural light+small planter area)
Duncan Street Urban Landscape Design For this two-unit condominiums in San Francisco, the formation of the front entry court responds to the existing neighbors buildings and open spaces. Because the adjacent structures set back differently, this building changes its front setback so that front walls align with the neighbors' front faces at both sides. The newly created urban landscape connects urban facades harmoniously, providing a flow of urban space and pleasant entry experience. Note also that access to each entry is not abrupt, but gradual: street, paved court, and then, covered half-hidden entry area. The two residences have completely separate entrances, providing a greater sense of privacy and identity. Each residence also has its own private spacious outdoor area: the lower unit has its own full back yard; the upper unit has its own spacious roof deck with a view. (These contrast sharply with more typical plans of this kind in the city, where entrances, corridors and outdoor spaces are shared.) Both residences are successfully sold in the middle of a deep recession.
Private Rearyard for Lower Residence
Duncan Street Urban Landscape Design For this two-unit condominiums in San Francisco, the formation of the front entry court responds to the existing neighbors buildings and open spaces. Because the adjacent structures set back differently, this building changes its front setback so that front walls align with the neighbors' front faces at both sides. The newly created urban landscape connects urban facades harmoniously, providing a flow of urban space and pleasant entry experience. Note also that access to each entry is not abrupt, but gradual: street, paved court, and then, covered half-hidden entry area. The two residences have completely separate entrances, providing a greater sense of privacy and identity. Each residence also has its own private spacious outdoor area: the lower unit has its own full back yard; the upper unit has its own spacious roof deck with a view. (These contrast sharply with more typical plans of this kind in the city, where entrances, corridors and outdoor spaces are shared.) Both residences are successfully sold in the middle of a deep recession.
Private Roof Deck for Upper Residence
Duncan Street Residences Our client wanted to build a new building for two residences targeted to sophisticated buyers in San Francisco. In this narrow site, we have carefully laid out the plan so that the two residences have completely separate entrances, providing a greater sense of privacy and identity. Each residence also has its own private spacious outdoor area. (These contrast sharply with more typical plans of this kind in the city, where entrances, corridors and outdoor spaces are shared.) The light well is placed next to the existing light well of the easterly neighbor's structure, increasing the amount of light to come into both units. The staircases and hallways within are designed to create a diversity of places with varied sizes, heights, views and light. The interior space is open and full of natural light. As in other projects, we have carefully designed details as integral part of the architecture. Both residences have been successfully sold in the middle of a deep economic recession.
Todos Santos Plaza Urban Lnadscape Design
Board 1
Todos Santos Plaza Urban Lnadscape Design Urban Landscape Design proposed for the International Design Competition for 1900 sq. ft. civic plaza in Concord, California. The proposed design integrates works of art and landscape in collaboration with Wayne Zebzda, a San Francisco artist. Symbolic elements and citizen's participation are proposed to reinforce the sense of community. Chosen among more than 100 entries, the design has received a meritorious award.
Todos Santos Plaza Urban Lnadscape Design
Board 2
Todos Santos Plaza Urban Lnadscape Design Urban Landscape Design proposed for the International Design Competition for 1900 sq. ft. civic plaza in Concord, California. The proposed design integrates works of art and landscape in collaboration with Wayne Zebzda, a San Francisco artist. Symbolic elements and citizen's participation are proposed to reinforce the sense of community. Chosen among more than 100 entries, the design has received a meritorious award.
Site Plan
Todos Santos Plaza Urban Lnadscape Design Urban Landscape Design proposed for the International Design Competition for 1900 sq. ft. civic plaza in Concord, California. The proposed design integrates works of art and landscape in collaboration with Wayne Zebzda, a San Francisco artist. Symbolic elements and citizen's participation are proposed to reinforce the sense of community. Chosen among more than 100 entries, the design has received a meritorious award.
Summary
Todos Santos Plaza Urban Lnadscape Design Urban Landscape Design proposed for the International Design Competition for 1900 sq. ft. civic plaza in Concord, California. The proposed design integrates works of art and landscape in collaboration with Wayne Zebzda, a San Francisco artist. Symbolic elements and citizen's participation are proposed to reinforce the sense of community. Chosen among more than 100 entries, the design has received a meritorious award.
Fire Ritual
Todos Santos Plaza Urban Lnadscape Design Urban Landscape Design proposed for the International Design Competition for 1900 sq. ft. civic plaza in Concord, California. The proposed design integrates works of art and landscape in collaboration with Wayne Zebzda, a San Francisco artist. Symbolic elements and citizen's participation are proposed to reinforce the sense of community. Chosen among more than 100 entries, the design has received a meritorious award.
Perspective
Todos Santos Plaza Urban Lnadscape Design Urban Landscape Design proposed for the International Design Competition for 1900 sq. ft. civic plaza in Concord, California. The proposed design integrates works of art and landscape in collaboration with Wayne Zebzda, a San Francisco artist. Symbolic elements and citizen's participation are proposed to reinforce the sense of community. Chosen among more than 100 entries, the design has received a meritorious award.
Site Sculpture
Todos Santos Plaza Urban Lnadscape Design Urban Landscape Design proposed for the International Design Competition for 1900 sq. ft. civic plaza in Concord, California. The proposed design integrates works of art and landscape in collaboration with Wayne Zebzda, a San Francisco artist. Symbolic elements and citizen's participation are proposed to reinforce the sense of community. Chosen among more than 100 entries, the design has received a meritorious award.
Oasis
Todos Santos Plaza Urban Lnadscape Design Urban Landscape Design proposed for the International Design Competition for 1900 sq. ft. civic plaza in Concord, California. The proposed design integrates works of art and landscape in collaboration with Wayne Zebzda, a San Francisco artist. Symbolic elements and citizen's participation are proposed to reinforce the sense of community. Chosen among more than 100 entries, the design has received a meritorious award.
Water-Rock-Sculture
Todos Santos Plaza Urban Lnadscape Design Urban Landscape Design proposed for the International Design Competition for 1900 sq. ft. civic plaza in Concord, California. The proposed design integrates works of art and landscape in collaboration with Wayne Zebzda, a San Francisco artist. Symbolic elements and citizen's participation are proposed to reinforce the sense of community. Chosen among more than 100 entries, the design has received a meritorious award.
Wayne Zebzda's Art Work
Todos Santos Plaza Urban Lnadscape Design Urban Landscape Design proposed for the International Design Competition for 1900 sq. ft. civic plaza in Concord, California. The proposed design integrates works of art and landscape in collaboration with Wayne Zebzda, a San Francisco artist. Symbolic elements and citizen's participation are proposed to reinforce the sense of community. Chosen among more than 100 entries, the design has received a meritorious award.
Wayne Zebzda's Art Work
Todos Santos Plaza Urban Lnadscape Design Urban Landscape Design proposed for the International Design Competition for 1900 sq. ft. civic plaza in Concord, California. The proposed design integrates works of art and landscape in collaboration with Wayne Zebzda, a San Francisco artist. Symbolic elements and citizen's participation are proposed to reinforce the sense of community. Chosen among more than 100 entries, the design has received a meritorious award.
Wayne Zebzda's Art Work
Todos Santos Plaza Urban Lnadscape Design Urban Landscape Design proposed for the International Design Competition for 1900 sq. ft. civic plaza in Concord, California. The proposed design integrates works of art and landscape in collaboration with Wayne Zebzda, a San Francisco artist. Symbolic elements and citizen's participation are proposed to reinforce the sense of community. Chosen among more than 100 entries, the design has received a meritorious award.
Wayne Zebzda's Art Work
Todos Santos Plaza Urban Lnadscape Design Urban Landscape Design proposed for the International Design Competition for 1900 sq. ft. civic plaza in Concord, California. The proposed design integrates works of art and landscape in collaboration with Wayne Zebzda, a San Francisco artist. Symbolic elements and citizen's participation are proposed to reinforce the sense of community. Chosen among more than 100 entries, the design has received a meritorious award.
Baloon
Todos Santos Plaza Urban Lnadscape Design Urban Landscape Design proposed for the International Design Competition for 1900 sq. ft. civic plaza in Concord, California. The proposed design integrates works of art and landscape in collaboration with Wayne Zebzda, a San Francisco artist. Symbolic elements and citizen's participation are proposed to reinforce the sense of community. Chosen among more than 100 entries, the design has received a meritorious award.
Mound
Todos Santos Plaza Urban Lnadscape Design Urban Landscape Design proposed for the International Design Competition for 1900 sq. ft. civic plaza in Concord, California. The proposed design integrates works of art and landscape in collaboration with Wayne Zebzda, a San Francisco artist. Symbolic elements and citizen's participation are proposed to reinforce the sense of community. Chosen among more than 100 entries, the design has received a meritorious award.
Participation
Todos Santos Plaza Urban Lnadscape Design Urban Landscape Design proposed for the International Design Competition for 1900 sq. ft. civic plaza in Concord, California. The proposed design integrates works of art and landscape in collaboration with Wayne Zebzda, a San Francisco artist. Symbolic elements and citizen's participation are proposed to reinforce the sense of community. Chosen among more than 100 entries, the design has received a meritorious award.
Paving
Todos Santos Plaza Urban Lnadscape Design Urban Landscape Design proposed for the International Design Competition for 1900 sq. ft. civic plaza in Concord, California. The proposed design integrates works of art and landscape in collaboration with Wayne Zebzda, a San Francisco artist. Symbolic elements and citizen's participation are proposed to reinforce the sense of community. Chosen among more than 100 entries, the design has received a meritorious award.
Rocks
Todos Santos Plaza Urban Lnadscape Design Urban Landscape Design proposed for the International Design Competition for 1900 sq. ft. civic plaza in Concord, California. The proposed design integrates works of art and landscape in collaboration with Wayne Zebzda, a San Francisco artist. Symbolic elements and citizen's participation are proposed to reinforce the sense of community. Chosen among more than 100 entries, the design has received a meritorious award.
Symbols
Todos Santos Plaza Urban Lnadscape Design Urban Landscape Design proposed for the International Design Competition for 1900 sq. ft. civic plaza in Concord, California. The proposed design integrates works of art and landscape in collaboration with Wayne Zebzda, a San Francisco artist. Symbolic elements and citizen's participation are proposed to reinforce the sense of community. Chosen among more than 100 entries, the design has received a meritorious award.
Trees
Todos Santos Plaza Urban Lnadscape Design Urban Landscape Design proposed for the International Design Competition for 1900 sq. ft. civic plaza in Concord, California. The proposed design integrates works of art and landscape in collaboration with Wayne Zebzda, a San Francisco artist. Symbolic elements and citizen's participation are proposed to reinforce the sense of community. Chosen among more than 100 entries, the design has received a meritorious award.
Waters
Todos Santos Plaza Urban Lnadscape Design Urban Landscape Design proposed for the International Design Competition for 1900 sq. ft. civic plaza in Concord, California. The proposed design integrates works of art and landscape in collaboration with Wayne Zebzda, a San Francisco artist. Symbolic elements and citizen's participation are proposed to reinforce the sense of community. Chosen among more than 100 entries, the design has received a meritorious award.
Newsletter
Todos Santos Plaza Urban Lnadscape Design Urban Landscape Design proposed for the International Design Competition for 1900 sq. ft. civic plaza in Concord, California. The proposed design integrates works of art and landscape in collaboration with Wayne Zebzda, a San Francisco artist. Symbolic elements and citizen's participation are proposed to reinforce the sense of community. Chosen among more than 100 entries, the design has received a meritorious award.
Ryokan (Japanese Inn)
Site Plan
Ryokan (Japanese Inn) RYOKAN- A JAPANESE INN: Cross-cultural corporate retreat center with conference and recreational facilities, winery and a restored "Minka" (traditional Japanese farmhouse) in 400 acre ranch of rolling hills, valleys and a lake. Budget: $4.5 million.
Site Analysis
Ryokan (Japanese Inn) RYOKAN- A JAPANESE INN: Cross-cultural corporate retreat center with conference and recreational facilities, winery and a restored "Minka" (traditional Japanese farmhouse) in 400 acre ranch of rolling hills, valleys and a lake. Budget: $4.5 million.
Project Site
Ryokan (Japanese Inn) RYOKAN- A JAPANESE INN: Cross-cultural corporate retreat center with conference and recreational facilities, winery and a restored "Minka" (traditional Japanese farmhouse) in 400 acre ranch of rolling hills, valleys and a lake. Budget: $4.5 million.
Site Analysis
Ryokan (Japanese Inn) RYOKAN- A JAPANESE INN: Cross-cultural corporate retreat center with conference and recreational facilities, winery and a restored "Minka" (traditional Japanese farmhouse) in 400 acre ranch of rolling hills, valleys and a lake. Budget: $4.5 million.
Project Site
Ryokan (Japanese Inn) RYOKAN- A JAPANESE INN: Cross-cultural corporate retreat center with conference and recreational facilities, winery and a restored "Minka" (traditional Japanese farmhouse) in 400 acre ranch of rolling hills, valleys and a lake. Budget: $4.5 million.
Site Analysis
Ryokan (Japanese Inn) RYOKAN- A JAPANESE INN: Cross-cultural corporate retreat center with conference and recreational facilities, winery and a restored "Minka" (traditional Japanese farmhouse) in 400 acre ranch of rolling hills, valleys and a lake. Budget: $4.5 million.
Site Analysis
Ryokan (Japanese Inn) RYOKAN- A JAPANESE INN: Cross-cultural corporate retreat center with conference and recreational facilities, winery and a restored "Minka" (traditional Japanese farmhouse) in 400 acre ranch of rolling hills, valleys and a lake. Budget: $4.5 million.
Site Analysis
Ryokan (Japanese Inn) RYOKAN- A JAPANESE INN: Cross-cultural corporate retreat center with conference and recreational facilities, winery and a restored "Minka" (traditional Japanese farmhouse) in 400 acre ranch of rolling hills, valleys and a lake. Budget: $4.5 million.
Site Analysis
Ryokan (Japanese Inn) RYOKAN- A JAPANESE INN: Cross-cultural corporate retreat center with conference and recreational facilities, winery and a restored "Minka" (traditional Japanese farmhouse) in 400 acre ranch of rolling hills, valleys and a lake. Budget: $4.5 million.
Site Analysis
Ryokan (Japanese Inn) RYOKAN- A JAPANESE INN: Cross-cultural corporate retreat center with conference and recreational facilities, winery and a restored "Minka" (traditional Japanese farmhouse) in 400 acre ranch of rolling hills, valleys and a lake. Budget: $4.5 million.
Site Analysis
Ryokan (Japanese Inn) RYOKAN- A JAPANESE INN: Cross-cultural corporate retreat center with conference and recreational facilities, winery and a restored "Minka" (traditional Japanese farmhouse) in 400 acre ranch of rolling hills, valleys and a lake. Budget: $4.5 million.
Site Analysis
Ryokan (Japanese Inn) RYOKAN- A JAPANESE INN: Cross-cultural corporate retreat center with conference and recreational facilities, winery and a restored "Minka" (traditional Japanese farmhouse) in 400 acre ranch of rolling hills, valleys and a lake. Budget: $4.5 million.
Site Analysis
Ryokan (Japanese Inn) RYOKAN- A JAPANESE INN: Cross-cultural corporate retreat center with conference and recreational facilities, winery and a restored "Minka" (traditional Japanese farmhouse) in 400 acre ranch of rolling hills, valleys and a lake. Budget: $4.5 million.
Conceptual Sketch
Ryokan (Japanese Inn) RYOKAN- A JAPANESE INN: Cross-cultural corporate retreat center with conference and recreational facilities, winery and a restored "Minka" (traditional Japanese farmhouse) in 400 acre ranch of rolling hills, valleys and a lake. Budget: $4.5 million.
Conceptual Sketch
Ryokan (Japanese Inn) RYOKAN- A JAPANESE INN: Cross-cultural corporate retreat center with conference and recreational facilities, winery and a restored "Minka" (traditional Japanese farmhouse) in 400 acre ranch of rolling hills, valleys and a lake. Budget: $4.5 million.
Case Study-Existing Ryokan: Integrated Building & Garden
Ryokan (Japanese Inn) RYOKAN- A JAPANESE INN: Cross-cultural corporate retreat center with conference and recreational facilities, winery and a restored "Minka" (traditional Japanese farmhouse) in 400 acre ranch of rolling hills, valleys and a lake. Budget: $4.5 million.
Case Study-Existing Ryokan: Entry
Ryokan (Japanese Inn) RYOKAN- A JAPANESE INN: Cross-cultural corporate retreat center with conference and recreational facilities, winery and a restored "Minka" (traditional Japanese farmhouse) in 400 acre ranch of rolling hills, valleys and a lake. Budget: $4.5 million.
Case Study-Existing Ryokan: Guest Room
Ryokan (Japanese Inn) RYOKAN- A JAPANESE INN: Cross-cultural corporate retreat center with conference and recreational facilities, winery and a restored "Minka" (traditional Japanese farmhouse) in 400 acre ranch of rolling hills, valleys and a lake. Budget: $4.5 million.
Case Study-Existing Ryokan: Shoji Screened Opening with View
Ryokan (Japanese Inn) RYOKAN- A JAPANESE INN: Cross-cultural corporate retreat center with conference and recreational facilities, winery and a restored "Minka" (traditional Japanese farmhouse) in 400 acre ranch of rolling hills, valleys and a lake. Budget: $4.5 million.
Case Study-"Engawa"(deck) & Garden
Ryokan (Japanese Inn) RYOKAN- A JAPANESE INN: Cross-cultural corporate retreat center with conference and recreational facilities, winery and a restored "Minka" (traditional Japanese farmhouse) in 400 acre ranch of rolling hills, valleys and a lake. Budget: $4.5 million.
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