Situated in the rolling hills just southeast of Santa Fe, this three-bedroom residence takes advantage of the site and views to provide a comfortable and exciting setting for a retired couple.

The schematic design was a challenge because of the contradictions in site orientation. Due to the sun angles and solar gain, the ideal location for windows in northern New Mexico is on the south facade of a building. However, this site's best views were to the north. A design solution was realized that provided view windows to the Sangre de Cristo mountains to the north while introducing clerestory dormers in the vaulted ceilings to collect light from the south.

The architectural design expresses the ideas of indigenous northern New Mexico architecture in a modern language that is consistent with the clients' lifestyle.

From the award-winning architects that brought you Nob Hill Bar & Grill, Aqui Nob Hill, Betty’s Bath & Day Spa (and many great homes and schools that you’ve never heard of) comes this surprising residence – a ranch house for the twenty-first century. Baker A+D has done it again, deftly transforming a nice but ubiquitous 1950’s ranch house into a state-of-the-art dwelling complete with modern ammenities and a modern sense of environmental responsibility.

Through careful material selection and site integration, the house sheds its Anywhere, USA persona and becomes a true Albuquerquean. The atmosphere, which is decidedly serene and minimalist, belies the technological infrastructure beneath the skin; photovoltaic solar power generation, rainwater harvesting for landscape irrigation, retro-fit radiant floors, and an interactive white board, just to name a few. Other ammenities include: home office, three-car garage, lap pool, stone retaining walls, custom cherry cabinetry, and modern shogi screen doors.

The Loyd Residence is a 4000 sf house with separate guest quarters located just outside of Santa Fe, NM. This residential project, which is currently under construction, is situated to take advantage of 360 degree views. Each living area has a unique view, either toward the Sandia mountains in the distance, pinon covered hills in the foreground, or to a nearby canyon. The design, which is unequivacably contemporary, respects the indiginous traits of the Santa Fe style.

On the east side of downtown Dallas, there is a burgeoning neighborhood that is transitioning from an industrial/ artist enclave to a full-service neighborhood complete with restaurants, bars, shops and new loft style living. Baker A+D was commissioned to design a multi-family structure which would appeal to the local demographic of young, active professionals.

The Eastside Lofts include four three-story townhomes. They have been designed with flexibility in mind, and can function as a live/ work facility or a more traditional three bedroom home.

Each townhome is 2,675 sf and includes two bedrooms, and office (3rd bedroom), open great room, two car garage, and roof deck with a view of the downtown skyline.

Variation in color is utilized to give a sense of individuality to each unit.