Rose Lee’s House is the result of two semesters of work by the 2nd-year studio in which students were challenged to investigate contemporary forms of rural dwellings. In 2008–2009, Rose Lee’s House focused on the idea of an expandable home. The house can be expanded as needed over time: it is based on the traditional local farmhouse strategy, and its design is driven by the client’s priorities, necessities, and lifestyle.
A flexible home open to different variations and future expansions
Reasoning
The expandable house responds to the transient nature and demographic of the contemporary family, in which family members may move out or join the household.
Responsive Design
The goal is to propose a design and building strategy capable of providing a flexible home, open to different variations and future expansions. The courtyard brings natural light, weather, and landscape into the center of the dwelling and becomes the “outdoor living room” for Rose Lee and her family.
