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This 1,650 square foot cabin in Washington is built into the hillside

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Prentiss Balance Wickline Architects crafted this spectacular two-story contemporary cabin located north of Cashmere in Nahahum Canyon, Washington. Encompassing 1,650 square feet of living space, this sustainable dwelling is nestled into the hillside, with concrete retaining walls guiding the cabin’s form. Its narrow design and expansive overhangs are designed to take advantage of solar orientation while maximizing panoramic views.

Stepping inside this cabin, you are greeted by a double-story great room with full-height windows on both the north and south walls. The expansive windows frame the most dramatic down-canyon views. The living, dining, and kitchen spaces are oriented to the east, occupying most of the main floor. A power bathroom and utility area are set within the hillside portion of this dwelling.

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What We Love About This Home 

This fabulous cabin offers a unique layout, designed to take advantage of both views and sustainability. We are especially loving the concept of partially burying the home into the hillside. The living spaces have been designed with just enough room to live comfortably.

Tell Us: What do you think of the overall design of this compact cabin? Are there any details in the design that you would like to have seen done differently by the architects? Please let us know in the Comments below!

Note: Have a look at a couple of other inspiring home tours that we have featured here on One Kindesign from the state of Washington: A beautiful modern cabin in Washington State with serene Wenatchee River views and An inspiring artist retreat in Washington with amazing views of Mount Hood.

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Above: On the upper level, you will find the owner’s bedroom suite, along with a guest bedroom and bathroom. There is also a loft-style flex space, which opens to the living room below.

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PHOTOGRAPHER Steve Keating Photography

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3 Comments
Teresa C.
3 years ago

I’m wary of the flat roof in a location that can get a lot of rain and snow. Solar panels can still be installed on angled rooftops, I think.

Oscar
6 years ago

Hi, I love this house… how height is the wall ? …and the footprint?

Stacey Purcell
6 years ago

I love the concept of this home! If I were to tweak it a bit more to my liking, I would have put in warmer floors and some carpets. I also wonder why the garage is so far from the house. Given the inclement weather they are prone to having- that’s a lot of walking, lugging groceries in the rain, snow, and/or frigid temps.