Designed by DeForest Architects, this mountain retreat was designed to bridge two worlds with natural ease. Tucked into a sloping site on shore of the lake, the house reveals itself as a series of “stops along a trail” that continues through the house to the water’s edge.
Rustic. Modern. Cozy. Sophisticated.
Local, durable materials were chosen throughout to reduce maintenance and harmonize with the site. The house is distilled into two simple bars, each with a shed roof. The upper bar contains bedrooms and bathrooms; the lower one is a glassy pavilion that includes the kitchen, living, dining, and screened porch. Every room captures a new and striking view of the lake and the surrounding Cascades. It is a modern design at home in its mountain surroundings.
The bookcase door is located right next to a lovely reading nook, which makes for a perfect integration within the design scheme. The wooden finishes provide a welcoming atmosphere, that of a perfect cozy refuge. This idea can be applied creatively in order to hide away a storage room or a home office. The only issue is closing the door carefully, so the books won’t fall off.
