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I ALWAYS THINK of houses as something that should last for
500 years," says Jim Olson, FAIA, principal and founder
of Olson Kundig. "If they have a long life and they're flex-
ible enough to be used in a variety of ways, then future
generations can take advantage of them for whatever their
needs are. At Meadow House, we've done something
that doesn't have to be torn down or replaced. It can keep
serving people for many years to come."
Located in Woodside, California, this 17,000-square-foot home
was built on an exceptional 3.5-acre site for a couple — who
are active philanthropists with a focus on children's health and
education, and cancer research — and their children.
"They were introduced to my work through one of my books and
reached out to discuss their project," remembers Olson. "Their
aspirations for the project fit perfectly with mine."
The project, which lasted over four years from the start of design
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