Slot House is a minimalist residence located in Park City, Utah, designed by KLIMA. The house, nestled in the scenic Park City, known for its ski resorts and vast farmlands, presents a striking single-story structure that integrates seamlessly with the surrounding landscape. Price’s design philosophy is evident in the way he organizes space. He breaks the large area both programmatically and formally, resulting in a “slot canyon” effect in certain sections, which enhances the spacious interiors and their connection to the expansive exterior landscape. A key element in Price’s design is the establishment of a ceiling height hierarchy, set at twelve feet, which becomes a consistent feature across the project.
This height plays a crucial role in defining various spaces, from the flat roof sections to the glass in the primary bedroom, and even influencing the gable designs mandated by the local homeowners association. The house’s central feature is a kidney bean-shaped courtyard with 3-foot-long overhangs. These overhangs, along with the blackened shou sugi ban exterior, reinforce the structure’s sense of refuge and its dialogue with the nearby geological features. Price’s commitment to the Passivhaus movement is evident in the house’s design. Features like triple-pane windows, predominantly south-facing to optimize solar gain, and airtight construction with double stud walls exemplify this. The house is highly insulated, and its energy needs are supplemented by on-roof photovoltaic panels and a Tesla power wall backup battery.
