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“The height of the new extension has been kept low, while still keeping all interior spaces on one level,” says the firm. “This approach led us to establish the project’s design identity in detail and materiality rather than in a ‘grand architectural gesture.’"

The Eames Lounge Chair and sunken garden make for a serene combination.

A built-in box seat on the timber deck adjoining the dining area offers an outdoor space for an enjoyable moment in the sun. This area is shaded by deep eaves formed by the extension of the timber batten ceiling outside.

Overhangs on the south facade create compartments around each interior room, and offer protection from the elements.

"The seamless connection between the interior living spaces and the covered patio blurs the divide between indoors and outdoors," says Britt. The pine deck includes an area for al fresco dining around a concrete table by West Elm with metal chairs by Four Hands.

A wood walkway connects the two volumes.

Hunter's son and daughter enjoy a day at the pool. "When my kids saw the pictures they were jealous!

Looking toward the entrance from the residential wing of the house, which is built "like a bridge

The Drum table by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin also has brass and bronze accents. The ebonized oak headboard has upholstered insets of tie-dyed kona cotton.

The living area features a Le Bombole ’07 sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, a Chieftan chair by Finn Juhl, and a rotating hanging stove by FireOrb. The poufs are by Tazi Designs.

A chandelier by Lindsey Adelman hangs overhead. The floor-to-ceiling windows throughout are by Fleetwood Windows.

Sweden’s glass cabins are tiny and simply appointed to encourage guests to explore the surrounding landscape during the day. The glass roof and lack of light pollution allow for fantastic views of the night sky after dark.

The original structure was built by relatives in 1979.

The Bionic Fire wood-burning stove by Rais can be pivoted outward to warm the deck.