Arizona

An old bank that was located across from Tucson Medical Center was purchased with the hope of transforming it into a new outpatient pharmacy. Aspects of the bank layout allowed for the security requirements of a modern pharmacy without much renovation. A new clinic area was inserted into the unused portion of the building, which allows for real time patient exams when needed. Caption The exterior character of the mid century back was kept intact, with southwestern elements such as hand colored tiles, arches, and burnt adobe block. Some of these finishes came into the large lobby, where they were cleans and highlighted with new lighting and flooring. The final design allows the new pharmacy to engage with the community in ways a typica... More

Deep within the largest contiguous Ponderosa pine forest in the world, and perched over a mile above sea level, a small clearing unfolds, scattered with volcanic rock. Accessible only by a lengthy, winding dirt road, the journey culminates in the presence of a 3-story rusted steel tower emerging from the evergreen expanse, signaling the haven that lies ahead. The Malapai Tower House, a recent permanent residence crafted by The Ranch Mine for a family, resides in harmonious symbiosis with the lush wilderness. It serves as a conduit between civilization and the wild, uniting the comforts of home with the untamed beauty of the natural world. Dan Ryan Studio Strategically positioned, the house occupies a relatively flat, modest clearing t... More

In the sun-kissed embrace of Paradise Valley, Arizona sits “Mockingbird,” a low slung courtyard style home designed by the architecture firm The Ranch Mine. The design elevates the spirit of its surroundings while breaking down the barriers between indoor and outdoor living, creating a home where the arid beauty of the desert meets the sophistication of modern living.  Dan Ryan Studio Dan Ryan Studio Dan Ryan Studio Dan Ryan Studio As you approach the house, the first thing that captures the eye is the striking interplay of metal fins that adorn the exterior. Inspired by the spindly and resilient ocotillo plants scattered across the desert landscape, these fins create a dynamic visual texture while prov... More

Desert H House Is A 3500 s.f. residence, designed by Secrest Architecture in Tucson, Arizona. The residence is to be built in phases containing 3 bedrooms, 4 baths and one detached studio/guestroom, to be located in Marana, Arizona near Dove Mountain and the Gallery Golf course. The house is a study of taking a smaller residence and creating exterior spaces that become extensions of both the interior and the surrounding desert. The exterior spaces take advantage of the desert climate and lifestyle, adding to the livable square footage of the house and strengthening the connectivity of the house to the desert landscape. The floor plan takes on the shape of an H with a large great room in the center flanked by wings on each side. The wings... More