Hobbs House

Set back from the road and surrounded by trees, the Hobbs Project is designed to preserve quiet and privacy while framing long views across farmland and distant mountains.

At 3,600 square feet on a single level, the home is organized for long-term use, with spaces oriented to light and landscape. It is built with the expectation that it will serve not just the current owners, but those who come after, without requiring meaningful alteration.

A brick exterior was selected to withstand the conditions of an active agricultural setting—resisting dust and wear while remaining easy to clean and requiring no repainting. A standing seam metal roof reinforces this approach, providing long-term protection with minimal upkeep.

The wall assembly and interior finishes support a stable and healthy indoor environment. Faswall construction paired with plaster interiors helps regulate temperature and humidity, while radiant floors provide even heat without audible air movement. Two heat recovery ventilators deliver continuous fresh, filtered air across the home. Conduit is in place for a future split cooling system, though the home is expected to remain comfortable without it, relying on the mass wall and enclosure.

The surrounding land remains in active use, with cultivated areas, a seasonal pond, and space for ongoing regeneration—extending the same long-term thinking beyond the house itself.