Rivers Edge

This Salida Residence plants itself alongside the Arkansas River as two distinct volumes. At one end, the home is anchored to the earth by the weathered steel garage while the other stretches out high above the Arkansas River. The homeowners find themselves immersed in the sounds of the water while working in the cantilevered studio space. The living space is centered within the primary volume surrounded by glass, opening up to views of the river on the east, and the Collegiate Peaks to the west. An outdoor dining area acts as an extension of the living space adjacent to a deck running the length of the house from the kitchen to the studio, blurring the line between indoor and out.