Modern cottage

Seattle, Washington

Urban Cabin is a find for those drawn to optimizing and simplifying their living space. Designed by Suyama Peterson Deguchi in Seattle, Washington, USA, the house is based on the idea of a primitive picnic shelter set in the middle of a forest — a simple structure seamlessly integrated into the landscape. As a result, the home takes the form of a restrained, elemental volume with a canopy roof that, on the eastern side, rests against a solid blank wall.

This wall protects the residents from intrusive views from the nearby city park, while its appearance also sets the tone for the interior finishes. On the western side, the house opens through windows and doors toward the garden and pond. The long overhangs at the edges of the canopy roof visually extend the terrace space, which is framed by glass elements.