PRESENTATION OUTLINE
Hidden among the native grasses and Emory oaks in Southern Arizona’s San Rafael Valley, the Caldera House by offers a modern refuge in a stunning, remote landscape 15 miles north of the US/Mexico Border.
This house is designed by DUST, an alliance of architects, craftsmen, artists, designers, and builders
The material is comprised of a mixture of pulverized lightweight red scoria, cement, and water, rammed into formwork.
The 945 sq ft structure takes clues from a vernacular “zaguan” housing typology.
Cooling is provided by natural cross ventilation through the zaguan and window openings, while wood fuel sourced on the property provides heating.
Large bi-fold doors on the ends of the zaguan connect the space to the outside, introducing natural light when open, and security when closed.
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