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Mass plywood lines the walls, ceilings, and much of the cabinetry in the main living space, giving the interior a warm, cabin-like character despite its generous scale.

“We wanted to locate this house to have that same concept of almost floating over that with the river edge,” says Barnes.

The dark exterior of shou sugi ban and metal blends into the regenerating landscape, while the warm mass plywood interior and deep return around the archetypal pitched form create a striking contrast.

“The outside is dark, the inside is natural – it’s like peeling back a charred log,” says Deana of the contrast between the shou sugi ban exterior and the pale mass plywood interior. The black trim of the Marvin Ultimate window frames sharpen that contrast.

Barnes says she really cited the kitchen as the “hub” of the home. Operable casement windows allow for natural ventilation while framing views of the recovering landscape beyond.

Breaking the glazing into smaller sections allows the bedroom to feel open to the landscape without losing its sense of enclosure.

As the surrounding forest regenerates and the young trees mature, the Line Hole Cabin will settle into its landscape and the vistas will continue to evolve. “We wanted to create the residence as a case study for what a modern cabin could be in a location like this,” says Barnes.

“A conglomeration of boxes around a bit of a pitched roof” is how Mark describes his transformation of the 1920s Los Angeles bungalow. Inverting the traditional layout, he set the private rooms in the front and a large, open living area in the rear.

"They wanted a home where they could follow the weather, experiencing and doing activities on the property throughout the seasons—during the wet cold seasons, on the inside, and during the warm, dry seasons, out of doors,

The guesthouse bedroom is modest and comfortable, with its own fireplace.

Marilyn Monroe is said to have stayed in the charming guesthouse.

The pool helps the homeowners take advantage of sunny weather.

The stunning outdoor poolside terrace leads to a 360-degree view.

The updated, modern kitchen has plenty of counter space.

The second living room offers garden views.

The spacious, formal dining room features a floating credenza.

An additional sitting area is wrapped in warm wood.

Sixteen-foot ceilings and glass doors seamlessly connect the living spaces to the outdoors.

There is even a casual dining area with direct outside access to the pool area.