Hive

Client Brief:

A family passionate about communal gatherings, shared meals, and seamless indoor-outdoor living approached us to design a home that fosters togetherness while offering privacy and flexibility for both family members and guests.

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Location:

Nestled on a secluded flag lot in Paradise Valley, Arizona, the unique six-sided property, accessed via a narrow 300-foot-long driveway, presented design challenges due to its geometry and stringent zoning regulations.

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Design Solution:

We looked to the classic American ranch house for inspiration, reinterpreting it for contemporary living. The home unfolds into the landscape around a central courtyard that welcomes visitors on arrival. A gabled roof marks the entrance and main living area, while flat roofs keep the low horizontal profile required by zoning.

From the great room, views extend through the house to the courtyard, pool, and fire pit. Cross ventilation and daylight shape the interiors, with sliding doors that pull the outdoors directly into the living spaces. A concrete fireplace anchors the communal area, while private spaces are pulled to the bedroom wing, including a den, homework area, and mudroom with a dog wash.

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Result:

Hive reimagines the ranch house as a home for modern life. It balances openness with privacy, community with retreat. Its low profile settles naturally into the desert site, while its spaces support family rhythms and the flexibility to welcome others in.