For closed-off rooms with indirect outdoor access, Solatube's tubular daylighting devices offer a versatile way to pipe natural light in from above. Using a highly-reflective rooftop duct, sunlight can be delivered and diffused as deep as 40 feet indoors.
The ceiling of the exterior patio and soffits is crafted from inexpensive sheets of plywood cut into smaller pieces, assembled in a custom pattern, and stained.
The entrance to home is defined by two Foo dogs, which are feng shui symbols of protection—and these dogs also give the home its name. The board-formed concrete of the main living wing has been left as is, creating a play of constantly changing shadows. Over time, weather will naturally soften these joints, and the look of the home will subtly evolve.
The custom steelwork seen throughout the home was all done by Identity Construction, including the bar in the loft space that overlooks the living area.
A wall of Ultimate Picture windows stretch across the bedroom. “Staring through the glass on a clear night we can see an incredible view of the stars,” Peck says.
One of the key features of The Loft is the glazing. The large black windows and the sliding door infuse the space with natural light and create a seamless indoor/outdoor flow. "Our 16-foot sliding doors helped us incorporate the surrounding forest as a focal point," says Tarah. "Clients feel like they are working in a place uniquely connected to the natural world."
The main living area features a black pellet stove in the corner and a raw-edge, white oak window seat, which add rustic elements to the clean, bright space.