For this project, the goals were straight forward - a low energy, low maintenance home that would allow the "60 something couple” time and money to enjoy all their interests. Accessibility was also important since this is likely their last home. In the end the style is minimalist, but the raw, natural materials add texture that give the home a warm, inviting feeling. The home has R-67.5 walls, R-90 in the attic, is extremely air tight (0.4 ACH) and is oriented to work with the sun throughout the year. As a result, operating costs of the home are minimal. The HVAC systems were chosen to work efficiently, but not to be complicated. They were designed to perform to the highest standards, but be simple enough for the owners to understand and manage. The owners spend a lot of time camping and traveling and wanted the home to capture the same feeling of freedom that the outdoors offers. The spaces are practical, easy to keep clean and designed to create a free flowing space that opens up to nature beyond the large triple glazed Passive House windows. Built-in cubbies and shelving help keep everything organized and there is no wasted space in the house - Enough space for yoga, visiting family, relaxing, sculling boats and two home offices. The most frequent comment of visitors is how relaxed they feel. This is a result of the unique connection to nature, the abundance of natural materials, great air quality, and the play of light throughout the house. The exterior of the house is simple, but a striking reflection of the local farming environment. The materials are low maintenance, as is the landscaping. The siting of the home combined with the natural landscaping gives privacy and encourages the residents to feel close to local flora and fauna. Photo Credit: Leon T. Switzer/Front Page Media Group

Jim Wright Smith
シアトルにある高級な中くらいなラスティックスタイルのおしゃれなマスターバスルーム (ベッセル式洗面器、フラットパネル扉のキャビネット、中間色木目調キャビネット、コンクリートの洗面台、オープン型シャワー、分離型トイレ、マルチカラーのタイル、石タイル、緑の壁、スレートの床) の写真

Meta-Quartzite counters in a double sink bathroom.
ラスベガスにある中くらいなラスティックスタイルのおしゃれな子供用バスルーム (レイズドパネル扉のキャビネット、濃色木目調キャビネット、緑の壁、アンダーカウンター洗面器、珪岩の洗面台) の写真

Brittany Ziegler
ハワイにある中くらいなラスティックスタイルのおしゃれなマスターバスルーム (シェーカースタイル扉のキャビネット、中間色木目調キャビネット、アルコーブ型シャワー、分離型トイレ、ベージュのタイル、石タイル、ベージュの壁、トラバーチンの床、アンダーカウンター洗面器、珪岩の洗面台) の写真

Welcome to upscale farm life! This 3 storey Timberframe Post and Beam home is full of natural light (with over 20 skylights letting in the sun!). Features such as bronze hardware, slate tiles and cedar siding ensure a cozy "home" ambience throughout. No chores to do here, with the natural landscaping, just sit back and relax!

Jim Wright Smith
シアトルにある高級な中くらいなラスティックスタイルのおしゃれなマスターバスルーム (ベッセル式洗面器、フラットパネル扉のキャビネット、中間色木目調キャビネット、コンクリートの洗面台、オープン型シャワー、分離型トイレ、マルチカラーのタイル、石タイル、緑の壁、スレートの床) の写真

Welcome to upscale farm life! This 3 storey Timberframe Post and Beam home is full of natural light (with over 20 skylights letting in the sun!). Features such as bronze hardware, slate tiles and cedar siding ensure a cozy "home" ambience throughout. No chores to do here, with the natural landscaping, just sit back and relax!

Jim Wright Smith
シアトルにある高級な中くらいなラスティックスタイルのおしゃれなマスターバスルーム (ベッセル式洗面器、フラットパネル扉のキャビネット、中間色木目調キャビネット、コンクリートの洗面台、オープン型シャワー、分離型トイレ、マルチカラーのタイル、石タイル、緑の壁、スレートの床) の写真

World-class elegance and rural warmth and charm merge in this classic European-style timber framed home. Grand staircases of custom-milled, clear edge grain Douglas Fir ascend to the second floor from the great room and the master bedroom. The kiln-dried Douglas Fir theme flows through the home including custom-detailed solid interior doors, garage doors and window and door frames. The stunning great-room fireplace of imported solid stone blends visual impact with natural warmth and comfort. The exterior weathers the elements with attractive clear-cedar siding and a durable, solid copper standing-seam roof. A state of the art geothermal heating system delivers efficient, environmentally-friendly heating and cooling.