History
The Desert Nomad House was designed by Rick Joy Architects. Construction completed in 2006 in Tucson, Arizona, USA. It is an award-winning project.
Architecture
Three separate cubic volumes compose the house. Each structure is elevated. Exterior surfaces are clad in rusted plate steel. Interiors feature maple veneer panels. Maple wood flooring covers interior spaces. The design allows for low-impact integration with the site, permitting free movement of water and animals below.
Setting
The house sits in Tucson, Arizona, USA. It occupies a secluded, bowl-like land formation on nearly five acres. The site is at the base of the Tucson Mountains and Saguaro National Monument. Saguaro and Ocotillo cacti dot the landscape. Each volume frames a unique view of the Sonoran desert, catching the light as the desert changes throughout the day.
Specifications
Designed by Rick Joy Architects. Completed 2006. Minimalist style. Exterior in rusted plate steel. Interior finishes of maple veneer and maple wood. Structure consists of three elevated cubic volumes. Located in Tucson, Arizona. Primary use: Vacation.
