Homes

“The wildflower roof has reached a sufficient height now that from within the living room and main bathroom grasses and the occasional flower (and occasional cat) can be seen through the circular roof lights,” notes Pile.

Although synthetic slate roof tiles have been around since the 1970s, the way architect Stephen Bruns used them to completely clad Woven House is unusual. "I love this material," says Bruns. "The way light reflects off the tiles creates a specular effect, almost like a mosaic." That reflective quality is enhanced by the floor-to-ceiling windows by Loewen.

Building the addition upward instead of outward allowed for more space and better views without excavating across the hilltop.

The upper floor wraps the main living space below, allowing for picturesque views from both levels of the home. Coffee bean tables by Holly Hunt sit atop a silk Tai Ping rust carpet, adjacent to a custom Living Divani Sofa.

Light and dark herringbone parquetry combine to create a dynamic dining area.

Nine shipping containers form the basis of this new multigenerational house near Denver.

A splash band of black Richlite wraps the base of the building to protect the timber siding from the snow and rain.