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Though the house's design was inspired by old sheds and barns, its glass walls give the home a contemporary feel and fill the interior with light, even on cloudy days.

Floor plan of Shed/House by John Redington

Two recreational tubs are heated by a solar heat pump.

The entire cabin was built using walkways elevated two feet from the soil, minimizing the impact of the construction process on the ecosystem.

Mudroom cabinetry creates consistency with the rest of the house.

Guest Studio - Bedroom detail showcasing Hempcrete walls

The kitchen’s concrete countertops complement the handcrafted cabinetry.

Inside, the couple's vintage organ anchors the space. A new pink sofa from Interior Defined is one of the only new items purchased for the home; most are vintage or pieces the couple inherited. The rug is a vintage horse blanket the couple picked up at a flea market in Kansas, and the white chair is a piece they found in a friend's old building in Corsicana, Texas.

Colors Luiza chose for an exterior wall are reflected throughout the home, such as in the Brazilian green marble floors in the kitchen/living area, as well as built-in kitchen cabinetry, covered in Salmon Formica. Tito designed the dining table.

Architect Tito Ficarelli designed the Toca House for himself and his wife, artist Luiza Gottschalk, their daughters, a family friend, and their dogs.

Floor Plan of Adelaide by Profile + Principle

A creek-side sauna and hot tub round out the amenities at Snow.