Viewfinder House combines great views with energy efficiency.

Viewfinder House combines great views with energy efficiency.
In an initial meeting with Faulkner Architects, the client requested every room be oriented towards the Sierra Nevada Mountains.
It took some out-of-the-box thinking, but somehow the design team managed to stay in the box while achieving that goal.
Called Viewfinder House, this home is located in Truckee, CA, a launching point for myriad outdoor activities in every season.
Even at 7,200 square feet with a pool, the design offers unique architecture and environmentally friendly features.
The body of the home is made up of two rectangular boxes, with connections between the spaces via covered porches.
The lower level is contoured to match the property line, but the upper level is rotated to take full advantage of Pacific Crest mountain views.
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