Photo: William Helsel

Under the corrugated aluminum roof of the Bruner Residence, deep shady overhangs protect exterior walls and walkways from the blazing Central Valley summer sun. Located in a suburban housing development near Davis, the house is organized to create an interior oasis, a central landscaped courtyard with mature palms and views out to the farm fields beyond. Brightly colored stucco and selective use of wood elements modernize this adaptation of the traditional territorial style ranch home. The one-story house contains approximately 3,000 square feet on a stained and polished concrete slab, plus a three-car garage and guest quarters. The Landscape Architect for the project was Randy Thueme.

Construction completed: Summer 2006