West Elm chairs are paired with a locally crafted wooden table.
The house’s glassed-in living room provides plenty of scenery. The hanging fireplace and exposed rafters add a sense of lightness as well.
The architects have used a large amount of wood sourced from dead or fallen trees around the area for both the interior and exterior of the house, including the roof.
The ceiling beams have been left exposed to create a stark contrast with the black framing.
The home was originally built as a birding cabin in the early 20th century.
Paul Landacre was famous for his woodcarving. The house makes creative use of the material as well, honoring its original design with hand-built wooden windows and custom-milled redwood siding.
Strategically placed glass doors and windows provide ample ventilation during hot summer months.
With no TV in the house, the Hay modular sofa facing the view invites quiet contemplation.
The new kitchen is more colorful, with a long, thin island that's ergonomically better suited to preparing meels and bringing seating closer to the cooking.