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1		Hoover - vernacular architecture updated	The theme of this project was an exploration of designing within the historical vernacular of the Northern New Mexican style of architecture, while concurrently responding to site specific issues, such as predominant views, the changing light throughout the day and seasons, the natural topography, micro-climate, etc. In addition, A Pattern Language by Christopher Alexander, was closely referenced to imbue the home with those timeless, universal aspects of architecture that resonate with many, including the homeowners. Many of those patterns exist in the historical structures in the nearby older villages. The atypical equilateral triangular plan is a result of the requirement to capture specific views. What started as a more traditional “H” plan soon modified into a scheme where the main massing containing the great room was oriented to the northwest, so as to capture the Jemez Mountain view, as desired by Mr. Hoover. The master bedroom suite is oriented to the northea