See: Historic Tucson Home Designed By U Of A Professor

TUCSON, AZ — This iconic 1975-built "Ramada House" — designed by former U of A professor and architect Judith Chaffee — was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2006. Located at 2801 E. Camino Norberto, Tucson, this 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom home is listed at $1.9 million on Patch's real estate partner Realtor.com. Situated on 8.75 acres, this home was strategically placed to maximize views, privacy and efficiency. Regional influences combine with modern architecture and a touch of the 1970s.

Multiple patios, decks and windows connect you to city and mountain views. Inside, generous rooms and carefully chosen details prevail, including dramatic spaces and built-in elegance. This home interacts as a series of masonry masses nestled beneath an integral canopy of dimensional wood beams, slat screens and log posts (the ramada structure), which allows the home a respite from the Arizona sun while providing unobstructed views.

Utilizing mortar-washed slump block reminiscent of the historic adobe blocks used in this region, the house structures allow the ramada shelter to provide screening that creates a glorious interface between indoors and out.

At nearly 4,000 square feet, the unique character of this home only enhances the user's experience. The design includes a wealth of luxurious amenities and details, from ample storage to built-in elegance. The library features 10-foot bookcases, and the home retains the original concrete tile floors and custom-designed Talavera bath tiles.

Outside, the home is sheltered by mature trees, while a 40-foot pool — finished in Earth-colored plaster — reflects the night sky and makes for a cool destination in the summer heat.

This home has been cherished by the original owner who has kept the integrity of this house intact. The historic designation is reflected in a reduction of property taxes and assures respect for the history and design of this very special dwelling.

• Address: 2801 E. Camino Norberto, Tucson, Arizona
• Price: $1,995,000
• Square feet: 3,797
• Bedrooms: 4
• Bathrooms: 4
• Built: 1975
• 40-foot pool
• Library with 10-foot bookcases
• 8.75 acres

This listing originally appeared on realtor.com. For more information and photos, click here.