Photo: Adrian Schultz

The Barkas/Wijcik Residence sits on a secluded hilltop with dramatic views of the surrounding landscape, including forests, hills and distant residences. The home is also used as a gallery space and incorporates a clerestory roof system, providing natural light for the main interior spaces. It also includes extensive roof decks for large-scale entertaining, and a variety of outdoor activity areas, uniting the natural landscape with built space.