This home is nestled on a site with manzanita trees, California oak trees, and majestic boulders of Escondido, California. It overlooks a canyon with spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean and views to the east of Palomar Mountain. The land was undeveloped and the owner purchased the site with the dream of creating a “model resilient, green home” that would honor the natural contours of the environment and give homage to the indigenous cultures of the region. She wanted the design to inspire others to build green while creating a memorable experience for visitors to immerse themselves into a unique and beautiful home surrounded by equally beautiful Southern California nature. The owner’s design consultant aptly describes the project as, “The Museum of Our Imagination.”
“The Serenity Project – Under the Oaks” is on the market! Recently completed, this award-winning sustainable home was recognized by the County of San Diego’s Green Building Program and won the San Diego Green Building Council’s Maverick Award for Sustainable Leadership.
The entire interior of the home is an open concept, double-height space with a curved lime-washed plaster ceiling and beams above. The curved roof is made from Foam Core Sandwich Panels and the walls encompassing the house are Insulating Composite Concrete Form (ICCF). Both of these materials are sustainable and resilient, but are not the only sustainable materials in the home. The interior and exterior plaster walls are a healthy alternative to traditional paint and they emit a natural and grounding feeling to the space. Above the patio, the curved roof maximizes shade to prevent the home from absorbing too much heat. The home is filled with unique features and fixtures.
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