Dodon House

Davidsonville, MD

This newly constructed forest residence is a high-performance mid-century home thoughtfully designed to harmonize with its natural surroundings. Nestled atop a hill on Dodon Farm, the residence prioritizes environmental sustainability, from its strategic building orientation that optimizes solar gain to its use of natural materials, including straw bale walls and a timber frame structure.

The first floor is organized to embrace the rhythms of the landscape, with the bedrooms, living room, and kitchen positioned to the east, capturing the warmth of the morning sun. The upper level serves as a private retreat, housing an artist studio and an outdoor deck that extends into the forest canopy, offering immersive views of the surrounding woodland.

By integrating passive design strategies and renewable materials, this home achieves a seamless balance between energy efficiency, modern comfort, and deep respect for the land it inhabits.