Bladderwrack Cabin.

Cellular Living
The design team describes this approach as “cellular living”; the idea that we can achieve more functionality and experience of the site through separate but connected volumes, while heating or conditioning less open space at once during separated use. It also provides the flexibility to add onto spaces or change the function of spaces as desired. The volumes were sited on the south end of the property, maximizing solar exposure on the wooded site, and are all on the same level, connected by an external walkway. Large overhangs offer room to store kayaks and other outdoor gear.  

Efficiency
Efficiency was achieved through the elemental program; the homeowner opted for simple, clean finishes and the design team chose between moments of opulent experience (through large, efficient windows) and repetitive cost-savings (through simple cabinetry and clean but elemental finishes). The team sourced low / no VOC finishes and designed the envelope to be especially tight and resilient.