Architecture and landscape in all their subtle detail

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1 Architecture and landscape in all their subtle detail must work together in harmony to achieve the goal of creating Promontory to be nothing short of a work of art. An authentic mountain ranch character, that is so appropriate to Promontory s setting, is the basis from which all buildings must evolve. Many interpretations of this character are expected, and encouraged, as the architectural character of the community evolves, but the respect for the natural and historic environment must be evident in all designs. The architecture of Promontory must evoke the qualities of authenticity, proportionality, craftsmanship, sustainability, and socially conscience design. The following images are intended to help inspire the Promontory design character. Materials of heavy texture, deep recessed windows, protective overhangs, roof forms of character, strong and protective architectural massing, colors of the earth, and significant usage of stone and wood will be some of the primary design elements that will be required in all Promontory homes. The purpose of this book is not to create look-alike buildings, but to create a harmonious architecture that is sympathetic to Promontory s incredible natural setting.

2 Historic Context The architecture of Promontory has deep roots in the historic context of Utah s mountain communities and ranches. The pioneering spirit of Utah s history has always been evident in its Architecture. The ranches that were built throughout the Utah mountains embodied the spirit of protective shelters that strongly related to the land through their placement, materials and design. It is this architectural spirit that will continue at Promontory. These images are glimpses into the past in which a strong mountain ranch character of design is evident. Each home at Promontory need not be a historic re-creation of these images, but should embody the architecture that they convey.

3 The goal is to create and convey architectural styles that are appropriate to the Promontory mountain ranch setting. Exploration of design options that are based on the mountain ranch character illustrated in these images will ultimately reflect a sense of quality and timelessness. The combination of unique designs within the preferred material palette will help define a diverse, yet cohesive community. Promontory s Commitment to Excellence Residential Character

4 Careful siting of your new home into the natural environment is important to the preservation of Promontory s natural character. This will ensure a cohesive connection to the mountain backdrop. Integration with the natural landscape and forms that work with the topography are strong elements of the Promontory theme. Integrating the Natural and Man-made Siting the Home

5 The Opportunity of a Sloped Site Hillside Residential Sloping sites afford great opportunities for dramatic homes. The importance of working with the topography and designing a floor plan that acknowledges the slope is paramount. Homes that would be better placed on flat sites will not be considered. The correct architectural massing of homes on sloped sites is important. The lower slope side of the home should always have a onestory element for scale.

6 The homes at Promontory will reflect a strong sense of human proportion. This can be achieved even in large homes, by plan shapes that are not simple rectangles, but ones that jog and stair-step to achieve a more integrated shape. Roof forms should be broken up and not be dominated by one strong roof shape. In addition, two-story masses should be integrated with one-story elements especially on a downhill slope. Promontory has a philosophy that less is more and that quality detailing is more important than size. Balance, Proportion and the Integrity of the Architectural Design Massing and Proportions

7 The Arrival Experience Entry Design The entry to a home should be a welcoming experience. The desire is to create a visual procession of character that is not only specific to the architecture, but also inviting to the senses. Low scale entries are a requirement at Promontory. The goal is to create low scale forms that allow the natural setting to be dominant.

8 Garage doors should never dominate the design of the front of the house nor the street scene. They need to be deeply recessed and broken up by stepping the door masses back. Often the perception of single doors enhance the architecture. The garage door design needs to be carefully thought out so that it offers enough interest to the elevation, since it will occupy such a large part of the wall area. Balancing the Demands of the Automobile Garage Design

9 Windows are extremely critical to the design of the home. They need to be carefully integrated with the wall elevation, and not appear to be random. All sides of the home need to be consistent in the quality of the design. The windows play an important part in achieving such character. Articulate the Views Window Design

10 Planes and Profiles Roof Design Wall proportions and roofs offer an architectural roof profile that can enhance the character of the home. Materials chosen for these elements are important to the streetscape, colors and texture of the setting.

11 The design of a chimney becomes a special identifying detail of a home. It needs to be rooted in the ground and laced through the roof planes so that it becomes a stake that anchors the home to its site. Stone is the material that conveys this feeling, while proportion and massing must be carefully balanced to achieve the correct composition. Vertical Architectural Details Chimney Design

12 The quality of a home is often first noticed by the craftsmanship of the detailing. In designing your home, look for special opportunities that can manifest themselves into details of interest that will give your home a unique feeling and one that is well integrated to the site. Details Conscious of the Architecture Architectural Detail

13 Natural materials that are compatible with the site are the desired palette of Promontory. Stone should be used in large quantities to anchor the homes to the site. At least twenty-five percent of the exterior surface of the home should be stone. Other materials such as weathered metal roofs, logs, thick board siding, and very limited quantities of stucco should form the dominant character of all homes. Natural Materials Become One with the Land Design Materials

14 Walls and fences should be minimized. When walls and fences are used they need to be integrated into the overall design of the home rather than simply added to define a space. Often stone wall forms that meander with the topography provide a visual anchoring for the home. Site Features Used for Sensitive Delineation of Open Space Walls and Fences

15 The visual quality of the finished landscape should be reflective of the surrounding mountain area. Homes should be integrated into the open space so as to become one with it rather then set apart. Indigenous species of plants are the palette of choice. Stone once again offers the chance within the landscape design to make the home one with the mountain backdrop. Architecture and Nature as One Landscape Design

16 Trim Color Turf Side DE3165 Trim Color Wild Dunes DE3180 Trim Color Earth s Edge DE3194 Olympic - Charcoal on Cedar MS-607 Olympic - Ginger in Pine o Olympic - Oak Brown on Cedar MS-604 Chamber DE3168 Canyon Abyss DE3166 Gold Coast DE3209 Color is often the last thing considered in a home design. It is strongly recommended that color be considered much earlier in the design process. Look to the colors of the earth first in making your choices. Earth and vegetation colors viewed in shaded areas are the best indicators of colors that will blend with the mountain back drop. The colors on this page are only a beginning of a paint and stain palette that will differentiate Promontory as the finest mountain ranch community of its time. Trim Color Earth s Edge DE3194 Olympic Chamber DE3168 Trim Color Wild Dunes3180 Olympic - Storm Grey on Pine Eucalyptus DE3154 Trim Color Coyote Paw SP2830 Trim Color Congo DE3208 Trim Color Turf Side DE3165 Olympic - Cedar on Pine 716 Olympic Olympic Bronze Nude DE3182 Bronze Nude DE3186 Ryan s Eye DE3165 Trim Color Canyon Abyss DE3166 Trim Color Slopes DE3193 Trim Color Drifting SP128 Olympic Olympic Olympic Express DE3029 Taliesin Blue SP270 Colors that Blend with the Setting Stains and Paints

17 Stone is perhaps the most common material to all homes at Promontory. At least twenty-five percent of the exterior must be stone. Careful studies have been done to understand which stone selections are closest to the native composition of Promontory s natural landscape. As such, only six types of stone have been selected for Promontory. The Character of Texture Stone