The transformation of a 1950’s suburban ranch house began with a search for a property without covenants or restrictions common to many of the residential neighborhoods that were located within clients targeted area. After exploring and researching the possibilities on several potential parcels; an intriguing property on an 8-acre ridge-top overlooking the Smoky Mountains became available. Initial programming studies confirmed that the existing 3,076 square foot brick ranch house would require expansion in order to provide the necessary spaces for the family of five. Early design studies focused on preserving the shell of the existing building and new spaces were added above and outside of the existing footprint. The additional spaces include a double height public zone overlooking a new pool and courtyard framed by single story pavilions – one for the new master suite with the other housing pool house and garage functions.

The original massing of the house is treated as a third volume, with the base clad in the same cementitious stucco with ipe insets as the two new courtyard pavilions. The upper level addition is clad in a reverse board and batten siding adding texture and pattern while providing contrast with the stucco clad existing mass below.

The restrained interior materials palette includes white oak flooring matching the original throughout. Walnut mill-work and built-ins accent white walls and trim. Glazed connectors frame both sides of a covered outdoor space and provide connections to the new courtyard pavilions from the main building form.