Living in beauty, without excess.
Fine materials and products were sparingly used to create a dwelling that sits lightly and unobtrusively in the landscape. The result of careful allocation of resources and rigorous design decisions is a solid, secure, energy-efficient example of living well without excess.
We had previously done a smaller (400 sq. ft.) studio home for the client in a more populated part of San Juan Island, but she desired something more removed from the crush of summer tourists and purchased a remote piece of West-side property. This new house includes a separate bedroom and a minimal basement for storage and laundry. Its solar gain in the winter is significant enough that the client almost never uses the radiant heaters or wood stove. Eight-inch walls with formaldehyde-free insulation and a thickened living roof make for a consistent climate inside. The client encouraged a number of sustainable considerations such as recycled flooring and ceiling, an on-demand hot-water heater and triple glazing on all north-facing windows. The propane fired frig is energy efficient and even more important, silent. The cedar siding is allowed to age naturally, a lower-maintenance and more natural look that blends into the landscape.
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A green roof and magnificent view
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A naturally sheltered site
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High quality materials allow for graceful aging
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Careful attention to proportions and materials makes this small space feel accomodating.
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Careful orientation for sunlight and views keep this space warm all winter
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