The backyard sports a sequence of raised flower and vegetable beds and two green roofs—one atop the workshop and other atop the back entrance.
A section of the facade—a cross between a shoji screen and a barn door—slides open. Planter boxes contain edible varieties that fuel Mary’s culinary explorations.
On Monday afternoon, I try out the counter seating that comes with a broad view of the mountains. You can open the window to let in a breeze on a warm day.
After: A custom L-shaped banquette in light blue Maharam upholstery adds warmth and texture. The original marble mantel has been retrofitted with an electric fireplace.
A vintage Malm fireplace is paired with Pebble seats "K" by Atelier Vierkant.
The view from the deck. Bike rides, barbecues, wood fires, and sunsets are all part of the cabin experience, although Dignard’s favorite feature is the outdoor shower: "You don't have any neighbors," he says.
The backyard is a hive of activity. Pictured here are the couple with their dogs, daughter, son-in-law, and granddaughter.
At the entrance, Bruce is joined by his son, Sozé, and dog, Izzy. The 1940s shingled cottage was renovated by architectural designer Randall Recinos, designer Brian Paquette, and contractor Dylan Conrad.
Bob sits in the entry courtyard with his dog, Goya.
Entry rift & quartered oak millwork storage, closet & bench.
The mudroom is an essential stop for the family after skiing and other outdoor excursions. Lockers provide neat storage for all their gear.
Built from birch plywood, each piece of the wrapper was cut using a CNC machine and then glued into sections. Taking advantage of machining to cut each piece uniquely, the joints knuckle and weave to create a signature look reflective of the construction process and material.
By reconfiguring the main areas, the designer was able to incorporate a mudroom area with custom bamboo built-ins.
A well-organized entryway leads to a living room that opens to gardens on two sides.