studio schicketanz frames mountain range views at rustic 'tehama I' estate

studio schicketanz has designed ‘tehama I’, a house located in tehama, the idyllic residential development founded by clint eastwood in carmel, california. the house is characterized by a fluid connection between interior and exterior and its large outdoor spaces.

all images by joe fletcher 

the house is organized around a central cleared knoll, as the architects prioritized outdoor space and views of the surrounding mountain range. textured stone walls give rise to controlled cement steps, leading to a crisply modernist structure detailed with geometric framing. a cantilevered roof offers a shaded penumbra around the entirety of the structure and the expansive glass facade ensures natural lighting throughout the home.

the house is organized around a central cleared knoll 

studio schicketanz designed the interiors to operate in effortless conversation with the exterior. the use of plaster, reclaimed wood, and hand-hewn details speaks to the history of the valley, and signals the level of restorative possibilities embedded within the project. sleek plaster cubes are settled around a courtyard, offering a different material texture from the slick glass exterior of the main living space. the look combines modern and rustic elements to create a sensible approach to the site. 

expansive glass facades frame mountain range views

the rustic yet modern design speaks to the history of the valley 

the interiors and exteriors are blended seamlessly together

textured stone walls give rise to controlled cement steps

the use of reclaimed wood adds a distinct material quality to the spaces

the house is flooded with natural light

the outdoor courtyard adds an additional outdoor social area

the landscape and trees of the site were carefully considered in the design process

the house is located in carmel, the high-end residential complex developed by clint eastwood