Designed by the award-winning firm A Parallel Architecture, the Rollingwood Residence in Rollingwood, Texas, USA, is a stunning example of contemporary residential architecture. This single-family house, built in 2021, seamlessly blends the client’s desire for a cozy, family-oriented sanctuary with a focus on sustainable and resilient design.

About Rollingwood Residence
A Sustainable Sanctuary for a Growing Family
Motivated by the need for a forever home, our client challenged the design team to create a cozy, family-oriented sanctuary on a busy thoroughfare. As a result, the architects at A Parallel Architecture embarked on a comprehensive site analysis to understand the property’s unique characteristics.
Harmonizing with the Natural Environment Recognizing the site’s abundant heritage trees, the design team strategically positioned the home to embrace the existing vegetation and provide much-needed shade and privacy. Moreover, the architects carefully integrated the new construction with the prevailing weather patterns, solar orientation, and local ecosystems, creating a resilient and sustainable environment.
A Sanctuary from the Busy Street
The home’s carefully composed facade serves as a quiet, durable backdrop to the verdant shade trees and lush front lawn, providing a sanctuary from the busy street. Inside the austere envelope, a series of thoughtfully interconnected spaces are appointed in a warm, natural palette of mater...