05/05/2026
From Tyson’s Desk:
"This project pushed me in a way I always appreciate. The biggest challenge here was the geometry. The home isn’t built on a simple straight axis; it moves.
You enter, shift at an angle, and then the great room pulls your focus out toward the backyard. That kind of layout can create a lot of dead space if you’re not careful, so the goal was making every transition feel intentional while still keeping the home highly functional.
We spent a lot of time refining how those angles connect - from the entry, through the kitchen, and into the main living spaces - making sure it felt natural even though it’s doing something different.
One of my favorite features the is the floating ceiling in the kitchen and entry. It wasn’t something I originally brought to the table, but how it came to life turned it into a defining moment in the home. The lighting, the reflection, the way it anchors the space - it all came together better than expected.
Another big evolution on this project was simplifying the exterior. The original concept had more aggressive rooflines and movement, but through collaboration with the client, we scaled that back. Instead of relying on shape, we leaned into material changes, thicker profiles, and stronger lines to create depth and character. It’s a good reminder that sometimes restraint leads to a stronger result.
At the end of the day, this was a highly collaborative process. There were pivots, redesigns, and a lot of problem-solving along the way, but that’s what makes a project like this successful. The end result feels intentional, balanced, and unique, which is always the goal."
-Tyson, Lead Designer
