Situated among firs and redwoods, the layout of this 1920’s shingle-style weekend cabin precluded views to the nearby seasonal creek. California architect Amy A. Alper designed this charming creek-side cabin and it is located in Santa Rosa, California.
The architect designed a new double-height living room addition to wrap the original exterior. Weathered shingles and period windows remain – when open, kitchen and living room are connected. New materials contrast with the old; reclaimed beams mediate between them, and visually echo the surrounding woods. Window walls showcase views to the swirling waters below.
Structural steel beams and posts carry a cantilevered floor, achieving maximum allowable new square footage with no increased site disturbance.
This house is really perfect for spending holidays.
Large pane window walls maximize views to the ever changing natural setting beyond.
The original cabin exterior is preserved and featured as a backdrop to the new spaces.
The new living room and hallway addition roughly follow the outline of an underutilized exterior deck.
