HO:ME 296
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HO:ME 296
HO:ME 296 - Housing Opportunities : Modular Expandable [HO:ME] captures the essence of AB design studio’s ethos of “inspiration through collaboration.” From concept to completion, the studio strategically maintained a collaborative relationship with key stakeholders at every level to realize this high-end, container-based dwelling in Santa Barbara County—the first of its kind to be permitted in the area.
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The architects incorporated sustainable strategies, such as photovoltaic and bio-retention systems, along with high life-cycle materials, including concrete and structural steel.
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Blurring the line between indoor/outdoor spaces is an expansive floor-to-ceiling, folding glass door system that opens up to showcase unobstructed views of an 85-foot swimming pool and sweeping canyon vista.
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LOT SIZE | 92,270 sf |
PROJECT SIZE | 2,345 sf |
LOCATION | Santa Barbara, CA |
PRINCIPAL | Josh Blumer, AIA |
PROJECT MANAGER | Paul Rupp, AIA |
DESIGN TEAM | Clay Aurell, AIA |Josh Blumer AIA | Robert Pester |
GENERAL CONTRACTOR | Barber Builders |
MEP | Mechanical Engineering Consultants |
INTERIOR DESIGNER | McFadden Design Group |
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT | Green Landscape, Inc. |
STRUCTURAL ENGINEER | Ashley and Vance |
CIVIL ENGINEER | Ashley and Vance |
Electrical Engineer | JMPE |
TITEL. 24 | Inger Associates |
PHOTOGRAPHER | Jason Rick |
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