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The East Lake House floor plan.

The two buildings are positioned to maximize the views and capture the summer sun and breezes.

All-black exterior cladding includes charred wood siding by reSAWN, and corrugated metal siding by ATAS. A standing seam metal roof, also by ATAS, completes the striking monotone envelope.

Evening gas fireplace.

Primary Bath

This prized Boulder residence pairs a jet-black exterior with over 5,000 square feet of luminous living space.

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According to Michael, the centralized table is a contemporary take on a traditional trestle table, combining raw steel plate "legs" with a bleached ash slab with wenge keys. The chairs are powder-coated steel and maple, with sheepskin cushions, and the floors are whitewashed birch hardwood. The chandelier is inspired in part by a Lindsey Adelman design and built to fit the space.

Inside, the Scandinavian-inspired home boasts a calming, neutral color palette, complemented by natural wood finishes and exposed metal hardware and beams.

Nestled on a 7,405-square-foot lot in the Washington community of Snoqualmie Pass, the two-bedroom abode is conveniently located just a short drive from Seattle.

Black-framed windows and doors tie in with the black metal roof and dark chimney.

The whitewashed shiplap Silvertop Ash sloped walls contrasts with the v-groove pine that wraps around the bathroom.

A sheltered patio provides the perfect place to sip wine and take in the views.

The Nolla Cabin was primarily built from Kerto LVL, a lightweight and durable Finnish plywood. It was then fastened together with screws.

David Ferguson of Kimo Estate took construction into his own hands in a two-person owner-builder team.

The minimalist A-frame overlooks pristine alpine views.

A look at the back of the A-frame, which includes an entrance to the basement level. Here, you can see the detailing of the seamed metal roof, as well as the concrete foundation.

Lightweight corrugated zinc roof sheeting clads the exterior.