Inspired by John Van Dyke’s book The Desert – Further Studies in Natural Appearances, Wendell Burnette Architects designed this home with the two volumes of light that can be found in a desert.

Natural lighting is the main feature of this home. Walls are strategically placed to hide surrounding buildings while leaving the sky and landscape exposed. The living quarters are located above the work and guest areas of the home, giving it a view across the valley all the way to the surrounding mountains and the Phoenix skyline.