The largest new structure at the ranch would be the new bunkhouse located south and west of the historic ranch house (approx. 3,700 sq. ft.). The bunkhouse would consist of three buildings connected by open porches (Figure 2.8, “Bunkhouse and Research Buildings” and Figure 2.9, “New Bunkhouse – West Elevation”). The building would be oriented to maximize views toward the Spirit Mountains from the porches. With its front porch facing the classroom building, the bunkhouse ‘commons’ would be the social center of the campus. The commons would consist of a one-story building containing a large dining room, a smaller sitting room, and a community kitchen. The commons would have an exposed truss roof structure, a balcony accessed from the upper level sleeping porch, and a large fireplace constructed of Viceroy Mine rhyolite. The main living and dining space would open on its south side to a large covered porch and landscaped courtyard.

The two bunkhouse dormitory structures would form an ‘ell’ around the courtyard. Each of the dormitories would be two stories with outdoor corridors at both levels, connecting all rooms back to the commons area. The lower level of one building would include an ADA accessible guest room and bath, as well as a second ADA accessible restroom and laundry, janitor, and storage rooms. On its upper level, the dormitory would have one double occupancy room, shared bathrooms, and additional storage space. The second dormitory building would have five double occupancy rooms and shared bathrooms on each level.

The bunkhouse would have stained and polished concrete slab floors at ground level, wood floors on the upper level, and wood framing. Exterior finishes would be composite siding (board and batten and panelized) and sheet metal roofs. Porches and stairs would be constructed of wood and Trex-type materials. The chimney at the commons would be built of rhyolite.

The new bunkhouse would accommodate approximately 14 overnight guests.

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Figure 2.8. Bunkhouse and Research Buildings

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Figure 2.9. New Bunkhouse – West Elevation