STEEB RESIDENCE

LOCATION: SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA.

This “pole” house from the early 1970s—which commands a panoramic view of Bishop’s Peak and across the valley to Cuesta Ridge—had gone through a few remodels but by 2014 was ready for some tender loving care and the owners were ready to take on the task. The redesign draws from the original “bones” of the house by maintaining and expanding the view shed from inside the house, and differentiating the existing and new forms with alternate materials and colors that blend in with the surrounding natural environment. A new bridge entrance was created to expose some existing boulders and provide for a dramatic sense of entry, while the new entry roof and exterior walls were reconfigured to create a large roof overhang. A new roof deck on the main level will afford the owners new outdoor space with the expansive view off the living area and main bedroom.  The owners are performing a lot of the work themselves along with other skilled trade persons. 

As seen in SLO LIFE Magazine April/May 2020 - page 58

Architect of Record: Danciart Architecture
Project Architect: Peter Danciart, AIA, LEED®AP
Structural Engineer: Smith Structural Group, Lee Engelmeier, P.E. 
Contractor: Owner Builder

The owners elected to install a photovoltaic system to offset their energy use.