Small House — Dynamic Space

This 2100 square foot home creates a space that is welcoming and dramatic.

By Ken Gutmaker

Located on a steeply sloped and narrow site in Seattle, this 2100 square foot home creates a space that is welcoming and dramatic at the same time. By exposing the structural supports of the house that are often hidden behind drywall, the architect creates a visual discussion between the support beams, windows, cabinets, and steel handrails. By using the full height of the two-story space in the living room and opening up the bedroom wall, both rooms share the light filled space. Even though the homes footprint is only 19.8 feet wide and 50 feet long, there is plenty of breathing room.

Architects – Bohlin Cywinski Jackson – http://bcj.com

Photo – http://kengutmaker.com

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