Water Tank House

The “Water Tank House” is a conceptual test-fit of a two-bedroom, two-bathroom house inside of a re-purposed redwood water tank. An oak forest is envisioned as a possible building site. The 25-foot-diameter tank structure features a central post supporting the wood roof structure, with vertical redwood planking forming the 24-foot-tall walls. The interior volume is humanized with the addition of a second floor, bringing the living spaces closer to the expansive wooden roof.

The lower level is envisioned to contain two bedrooms and two bathrooms arranged around a central spiral staircase. The main entry leads directly to the staircase, as visitors are greeted with sunlight from the central skylight above. This corridor datum divides the two bedroom wings and a radial spur that provides access to the public bathroom.

The upper level is a single open living space organized around the central post, spiral staircase, and skylight. Four spaces surround the central circulation for living, dining, kitchen, and open studio work. Windows are cut into 50% of the wall surface in the living and dining areas, while the original redwood boards remain intact at the kitchen and studio spaces.

Water Tank House Conceptual Plan Set Download

“U-Tower” House

The “U-Tower” House is a small 700 square foot, 2-bed/2-bath home designed to fit to a roughly 50′ x 70′ flat lot with minimal side setbacks. In the international style, the exact characteristics of a potential building lot are not considered in the conceptual design. The small size is addressed with a unique layout placing each bedroom and bath in an opposite wing, centered around a common kitchen and dining space. The primary living space is located in a small tower element raised above the center of the home and accessed by ladder. The exterior massing reflects the organization of interior spaces in the roof pitches and window openings. A small circle drive defines the front yard, and in the back the home’s massing creates a courtyard centered around a large tree. Lush plantings throughout the lot create a vibrant experience with year-round interest, enhancing the exterior views from the intimate interior.

U-Tower House Conceptual Plan Set