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Named for its form, the design of the chalet reflects the geometry of a snowflake in three-dimensions.  This three bedroom, two bathroom home has a raised main floor (5 feet above grade) to accommodate the high snow levels of the Sierra Mountains.
   
 

Snowflake Form Axon

 

Axonometric's fractal form (left); Design's integration into nature (right)

   
 

Floor Plans

 

Floor plans showing loft level and main level