ceiling further add to the rustic essence of the architectural style, yet there is a contemporary flair, which makes the house perfectly suited for its homeowner.

Barry Landy of RBL Construction was the contractor on this project. Barry was killed in a tragic railroad accident shortly after Jim’s home was completed. When asked about his experience working with Barry, Jim could not applaud is workmanship or his character enough. Jim mentioned his exemplary work ethic and the timeliness with which he met all deadlines. Elma concurred with her own experiences working with Barry. She stated, “With Barry everything was a win-win situation. He was willing to try new things. He enjoyed the challenge of doing things that were different.” While writing this article it was clear that the people involved in this project and other work still experience the loss of this much loved man of Davis.

Authenticity, honesty, simplicity – these are themes that surfaced throughout the project on Northfield Court. When John and Judy Whitcombe purchased the land in North Davis Farms in 1979, they had hoped to create a subdivision in which people could design and live in homes alongside the land as it was. Residents have enhanced the land with additional plantings of valley oaks, toyons and quail