The "Shapeshifter" Home Brings Modern Design to the Desert

Designed by OPARCH architects in San Francisco, this desert residence fuses the aesthetic of the rustic American West with mind-bending modern elements. The homeowners are two art collectors who wanted a space that would overlook the city of Reno, Nevada. They settled on an empty lot situated on a bluff with picturesque views of the scenic mountains. Inspired by the resilience of the desert ground and its ever-changing topography, the residence became known as the Shapeshifter. The dwelling was ...