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ustic materials combine with contemporary lines to create a mix of nature and sleek modernism in this Northern California home, located in the exclusive enclave of Martis Camp, near the north shore of Lake Tahoe. Architect Clare Walton notes a sense of power exuding from the property’s ground and describes a desire to build the home “out of the site,” providing a sense of connectedness to the alpine Sierra Nevada terrain. To help define the home’s rugged character, steel was incorporated structurally as well as used as fine finish material. Interestingly, the decision to use steel throughout the home was right in sync with the homeowners, whose livelihood has been derived from the steel industry. The homeowners note, “The active lifestyle and multigenerational aspect at Martis Camp really appealed to us. We wanted to create an open-concept home that blended with the natural beauty of the surrounding area and showcased the spectacular views from all of the main indoor and outdoor living areas. The design, building, and decorating process was fun for us, something we had never done before. Walton Architecture and Engineering, Jim Morrison Construction, and Scott Corridan Design made that possible. We would do it again, if we had that same great team.” CONTACT INFO | PAGE 110
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