Boot Ranch

Conceived as a retreat, the homestead draws on the regions tradition of refined stone craftsmanship and the nearby work of 19th-century architect Alfred Giles. His English Romanesque influence shaped the projects architectural palette, giving the house a grounded, stone-forward character that echoes both Giles’ legacy and the surrounding landscape.

Movement through the home is defined by a deliberate sequence of outdoor spaces. From the gravel court, visitors enter a north-facing loggia that overlooks the valley and serves as the main outdoor gathering room throughout the year. The path continues to a long terrace connected to the main hall, then transitions into a series of intimate lawn and gravel courts. Each porch, stair, and pathway links the rooms to their own carefully shaped outdoor areas, reinforcing the home’s close relationship with the land and the experience of descending through the site.