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Throughout the home, walls and ceilings are clad in whitewashed pine, complementing the oak flooring. LaCantina’s Zero Post Corner Sliding Doors open a corner of the living area to the deck and views of Portage Bay. “When I see boats pass or people rowing, I feel almost like I’m on vacation while surrounded by leisure activity,” Suzanne says. Photo by Kevin Scott

The translucent channel glass illuminates the entryway with an abundance of natural light. A cantilevered staircase leads up to the living areas, while a hallway (not pictured) leads to the home’s bedrooms on this level.

Green cabinetry in the kitchen playfully pops against the home’s neutral palette. The open space features moveable furniture-grade countertops, as well as premium stainless-steel appliances from Wolf, Sub-Zero, and Fisher & Paykel.

Another staircase leads down to the basement.

The room features a full bath with a special display for houseplants with its own set of glass doors to keep them dry while the shower is in use.

The open plan living space is composed of the kitchen, dining, and living room. A bold wood-burning hearth anchors the living space.

Fireplace by ModFire.

Mitchell wanted to detail the solid oak staircase with that same sense of openness, even though its materials are heavy. “We used a lot of raw steel and wood on the interior of the home,” Mitchell said. “This carries the authenticity of real materials from the building exterior to the building interior.” A custom fireplace sits on the patio.

Sherbanuk (left) and Campbell sit by the outdoor fireplace, which adjoins the screened-in porch.

"The woman who bought the tiny home has it on an incredible forested block with views over a valley," Adam says. "She bought it after her husband passed away. I know she absolutely loves it, and I think it gave her a new beginning. That's really rewarding for us."

American film director Clay Weiner acquired the structure from New York City artist Rob Pruitt in 2006 and reimagined it into a Tribeca-style live/work studio. A wooden staircase leads from the entryway to the main living areas, and down the hall is a 2,100-square-foot studio.

A built-in sofa situated in a glass bump-out in the wall converts to a bed.

New York Architects on How COVID-19 Is Urging Us to Rethink Home Design: The pandemic is already reshaping our ideas of home to emphasize wellness, hygiene, and work/life balance.

Brooklyn Brownstone by 1100 Architects

Sleeping Cabin rain chain and rain garden.

A small, dilapidated 10' x 12' neighboring structure was brought back to life and is now used as an art studio and guest cottage with a Murphy bed. In total, the property can sleep 10 people comfortably.

One unique touch is the mural in the kitchen.