Domus Terrae — A Sustainable Mountain Retreat

Design Concept:URL: https://greyvalleystudios.com/domus-terrae/  Design Concept: Domus Terrae is a thoughtfully designed eco-home nestled in the Western Coast mountains, blending modern comfort with deep respect for nature. Featuring two spacious rooms, accessible bathrooms, and open living spaces, this semi-subterranean residence uses natural materials—blonde sandstone walls, stabilized earth ceilings and floors, and repurposed granite tiles—to harmonize with its environment. Large skylights fill the home with natural light, while wide sliding doors connect indoor living to outdoor spaces. Integrated solar panels and sustainable design strategies ensure energy efficiency and comfort year-round. This project demonstrates a seamless fusion of accessibility, sustainability, and timeless beauty—crafted to serve as a model for eco-conscious mountain living. AI Function Application:Homestyler’s AI tools guided both design logic and material selection. The AI Mood Board simulation generated a cohesive palette of blonde sandstone, repurposed granite, and warm earth tones, aligning architecture with its mountain setting. AI daylight studies informed the placement of skylights and large sliding doors, maximizing natural illumination and passive solar gain. Circulation and spatial flow were optimized through AI-assisted layout testing, ensuring accessibility, comfort, and efficiency. Competition Theme:Domus Terrae demonstrates how AI-enabled design can create homes that are sustainable, inclusive, and deeply attuned to their environment. By blending semi-subterranean insulation, renewable energy systems, and naturally regulating materials with AI-optimized daylighting and circulation, the design improves quality of life while reducing ecological impact. The result is a dwelling that promotes health, comfort, and harmony with nature. Project Status:Conceptual Design (Unbuilt). Developed within Homestyler’s AI platform for the AIDA Global Competition.

Design Concept:URL: https://greyvalleystudios.com/domus-terrae/  Design Concept: Domus Terrae is a thoughtfully designed eco-home nestled in the Western Coast mountains, blending modern comfort with deep respect for nature. Featuring two spacious rooms, accessible bathrooms, and open living spaces, this semi-subterranean residence uses natural materials—blonde sandstone walls, stabilized earth ceilings and floors, and repurposed granite tiles—to harmonize with its environment. Large skylights fill the home with natural light, while wide sliding doors connect indoor living to outdoor spaces. Integrated solar panels and sustainable design strategies ensure energy efficiency and comfort year-round. This project demonstrates a seamless fusion of accessibility, sustainability, and timeless beauty—crafted to serve as a model for eco-conscious mountain living. AI Function Application:Homestyler’s AI tools guided both design logic and material selection. The AI Mood Board simulation generated a cohesive palette of blonde sandstone, repurposed granite, and warm earth tones, aligning architecture with its mountain setting. AI daylight studies informed the placement of skylights and large sliding doors, maximizing natural illumination and passive solar gain. Circulation and spatial flow were optimized through AI-assisted layout testing, ensuring accessibility, comfort, and efficiency. Competition Theme:Domus Terrae demonstrates how AI-enabled design can create homes that are sustainable, inclusive, and deeply attuned to their environment. By blending semi-subterranean insulation, renewable energy systems, and naturally regulating materials with AI-optimized daylighting and circulation, the design improves quality of life while reducing ecological impact. The result is a dwelling that promotes health, comfort, and harmony with nature. Project Status:Conceptual Design (Unbuilt). Developed within Homestyler’s AI platform for the AIDA Global Competition.