The Ranch Residence in Jackson, Wyoming is a custom single-family home designed to respond to its alpine setting while maintaining large, open interior volumes. KL&A provided structural engineering services, developing a system that supports expansive glazing and long spans while addressing significant snow and lateral loads typical of the region.
Date: 2023
Location: Jackson, Wyoming
Architect: Dynia Architects
Contractor: Matarozzi Pelsinger Builders
Project Type: Single Family
Square Footage: 7,685
Construction Cost: Undisclosed
Services Provided:
Structural Engineering
RANCH RESIDENCE
The structure utilizes a hybrid system of structural steel, wood framing, and concrete foundations. Steel framing enables large openings and cantilevered conditions, while wood components provide efficiency and integration with the architectural expression. Lateral and gravity systems were carefully coordinated to maintain clean load paths and minimize impact on the architectural layout.
KL&A prioritized constructability given the project’s remote location, simplifying connection detailing and coordinating sequencing with the contractor. Early collaboration with the design team ensured structural systems aligned with architectural intent, resulting in an efficient and cohesive solution.