Originally a modest gas station and general store, the structure was carefully repurposed to serve as a contemplative outpost—anchoring the site with a sense of memory and restraint.
Interior finishes remain intentionally spare: raw plywood walls, a floating steel fireplace, and concrete floors speak to the building’s utilitarian past. A newly added screened porch extends the footprint, offering shade and a place to rest while framing views of the open pasture. The design holds space for pause, echoing the rhythms of the land and livestock beyond.
The transformation reflects the ethos of the family matriarch—shaped by the Great Depression and a lifetime in the oil industry—who prioritized reuse and practicality over excess. Her values are embedded in the architecture: straightforward materials, honest construction, and a commitment to place.
As the first in a procession of structures stretching toward the creek, The Rock House sets the tone for the compound—initiating a dialogue between the agrarian and the refined, the inherited and the made. Though quiet in presence, it is foundational to the site’s narrative, offering a grounded beginning for a broader exploration of legacy, land, and light.
