Story:

I don’t usually dabble in speculative design projects because all of my projects are commissioned by unique one-time clients for a specific location; however, the right client can make anything possible. This project is a speculative design for a custom home builder who chose WishingRock Studio to design the home for immediate construction and resale on two different properties in disparate locations.

Location:

San Antonio, TX (Designed 2019; Built 2019)

Idea:

Speculative design & construction

Personalized new home!

Stats:

1,500 SF; 3BR, 2BA, great room,1-car carport

Client’s Style:

Vernacular

Services:

The Sketch, The Details, The Docs

Lifestyle Features:

• open-planned living, kitchen dining to provide spacious living
• zoned for private spaces on one side & public on the other
• bonus carport to create unique features in the neighborhood
• tray ceilings to add space/volume

Environment Solutions:

• super-insulated envelope for optimum energy-efficiency
• compact footprint to meet site dimensions
• vinyl windows to reduce thermal transmission

Community Influence

• narrow infill lot required a lean and long design
• short setbacks & challenged budget

Sketches: