tIMBER RIDGE - chadds ford, pA

This modern 3,500-square-foot residence is set on a secluded 5-acre wooded lot on the outskirts of Philadelphia, blending architectural innovation with its natural surroundings. The design features an elegant L-shaped footprint, comprising a slightly elevated main wing and a lower, more private secondary wing, with the varying floor heights thoughtfully responding to the gradual descent of the site’s topography.

The exterior of the home prominently incorporates vertical fenestration, offering glimpses of the surrounding wooded landscape while ensuring privacy. The interior walls are almost entirely glazed, creating a fluid connection between the living spaces and the natural environment, and emphasizing the home’s seamless integration with its setting.

A unique design element of the home is the slightly angled leg of the L-shaped structure, which subtly shifts the roofline from its base and introduces dynamic canopies of varying widths around the perimeter. These architectural elements create an interplay of shade and light throughout the day. The gently sloped rooflines follow the natural contours of the land, reinforcing the home’s harmony with its surroundings and offering a refined solution to blending modern architecture with the landscape.

This design exemplifies our firm’s expertise in creating residential spaces that respond directly to their environment, integrating both functional design and aesthetic beauty. The house stands as a testament to the thoughtful relationship between architecture and nature, creating a peaceful, private retreat.