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Limestone flooring and wainscotting underscore the rammed-earth walls.

The dining and living space are a few steps down from the rest of the house, creating a wider volume for these public areas.

Midcentury bentwood chairs in the master bedroom sit atop a cowhide rug. The iron table is from Arteriors.

Taliesyn composed the Cabin House as a unified cuboid volume containing a hybrid living area.

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.

main entrance

front facade view

side facade view

The bricks are joined with a red-tinted grouting to give the interior a sense of warmth despite the industrial material palette.

The couple’s bedroom opens directly into a private recessed courtyard, offering an intimate space to gather away from the busy street above.

Casa Dosmurs home was designed with comfort in mind. After being lowered into the plot of land, the two main walls were lined with insulation and a layer of local bricks joined with a matching red-tinted mortar. The finish offers a peculiar warmth despite the industrial palette of materials.