At Arcoessence the subject of siting is an obvious and crucial subject. For many years we have been puzzled observing the curious and apparent random ways that  buildings are positioned. Far too often we have visited existing buildings, and have said to the owner....  'if only the building had been turned 90 degrees (or similar) on the block you would not be having your problems etc.' We also once consulted on a 200 acre property for a client whose parents were architects. At the time we thought there would be a number of desirable potential locations on a property of this size. After  some time 'walking the land' we felt there was a single spot that was most suitable, and it wasn't one we would have guessed off a site plan prior to our visit. Some years after the residence was completed we met with the Client, and they emphasized how pleased they were with living in the chosen location.

The selection of a location to maximise views, elevation, direction (compass), climate and landscape, etc... are critical to the success of any structure. But for us, our favoured item is the skill involved in how the structure 'sits' into the location. In other words, how well the building appears to belong to the site and vice versa.