This residence reacts to the potential conflict between the desires of the homeowners for a unique dwelling verses neighborhood covenants intent on directing a homogenous architectural language.

Set within a 4-acre tract of spruce forest, it was the Owners wish the home exhibit a high quality of craftsmanship and connection to the natural environment in a distinctive way. However, “architectural covenants” dictated the exterior to have “traditional” architectural forms and materials. In response, the traditional form of the public façade acts as an envelope for the modern dwelling within.

The interior construction method is exposed and treated as a series of informative details. A large glass wall facing the forest provides yearlong interaction with seasonal changes from all major living areas. A permanent forest buffer will protect this private view from any adjacent development