The wind problem suggested that a curved structural shell-like shape be used with a painted on roof and no normalIy conceived overhangs to make it wind resistant. It was lowered into the ground slightly to reduce exposure. The most direct way and simple way to get this form was to cast it in concrete, using singly and doubly curved surfaces. Repetitive pods provided economy with windowed end focusing on open or cleared views. Center fireplace with encircling staircase provided casual atmosphere, and tower turrett raised one to a height above trees such that they could get the 360 degree view unobstructed of plains and snow-capped mountains.
Spikes serve as lighting rods, another high mountain problem.
It only took two relatively inexperienced men to do this work. The organic form of a yucca plant was the design inspiration for the Warburton house. A number of C.A.H.'s designs followed this design strategy, including the Brenton house. During construction of the Warburton house CAH filmed many interesting sequences. A video copy of a film, by Joel Haertling, incorporating this footage is available in VHS format.