MICHAEL HEACOCK + ASSOCIATES

Modern Ecological Design, Sustainability + LEED Consulting

Rammed Earth House
Corte Madera, CA


 


Inspired by the Owner's love of rock & roll, the Guitar House incorporates both rammed earth and pise construction throughout, along with a large photovoltaic array to compensate for energy consumption. The house features dramatic curvilinear interiors and a spectacular view across the bay to San Francisco. Michael Heacock completed this project with Van Der Ryn Architects.

     

 

Architect Van der Ryn Architects
Engineer: Bruce King, PE
Builder: Red Horse Construction
Size: 11,000 SF
Features: Rammed Earth + Pise
  Earth Plaster
  FSC Certified Wood Framing
 
 
 


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