This incredible home was designed as a four-season family retreat by Olson Kundig Architects, located in the remote Methow Valley, in Winthrop, Washington. Nestled in the North Cascades, the home is comprised of steel and reclaimed barn wood. The home was built with the client’s desire to experience and interact with the surrounding landscape. The […]
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Gorgeous country home in Oregon features barn-like details
Olson Kundig Architects created a beautiful country garden home in Portland, Oregon that respects the lush environment that surrounds it. This 5,300 square foot dwelling was designed to maximize views of the surrounding gardens and rolling hills. It also provides warm and comfortable spaces to meet the lifestyle needs of a multi-generational family. The exterior […]
Tiny one room cabin inspired by nature on the Gulf Islands
Olson Kundig Architects designed this one room cabin that covers basic everyday living essentials, located just off the coast of Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada. This zero-maintenance retreat focuses on the experience of nature. On the exterior, a glazed facade is covered by hefty, weathered steel panels. This helps to secure the cabin when the […]
Tiny cabin retreat in the woods of Washington inspires inner peace
This tiny cabin retreat of concrete, wood and steel is designed by Olson Kundig Architects, nestled on a woodsy site in Skykomish, Washington. Surrounded by forest near the Tye River, the concept for the design was to create a meditative retreat that connects to the natural environment. This tiny home encompasses just 600 square feet […]
Modern shelter provides idyllic getaway on the San Juan Islands
This fascinating modern retreat was designed by Seattle-based architects Olson Kundig in collaboration with Geremia Design, located on Washington’s San Juan Islands. Nestled in idyllic False Bay, this home features an open layout with floor-to-ceiling windows framing picturesque views of Haro Strait and the Olympic Mountains. The home was designed to accomodate the owner’s active […]
Tiny modern cabin features glass walls on the San Juan Islands
This tiny modern cabin of just 500 square feet was designed by Olson Kundig Architects, located on False Bay, San Juan Islands in northwest Washington State. The cottage serves as a private writer’s retreat and guest cottage. The owners requested to have a space that would feel totally connected to the natural landscape, which would enable them […]
Modern ski retreat of weathered steel, wood and glass in Whistler
This spectacular family ski retreat as designed to withstand a harsh mountain environment by Olson Kundig Architects, located in Whistler, British Columbia, Canada. The residence is elevated ten feet above grade, the main level provides a sense of occupying the tree canopy while also floating above snowdrifts and flood prone lake shore. The house is […]
Fascinating concrete and glass villa on Hong Kong Island
A majestic villa comprised of concrete, glass, stone and steel is perched high atop a rocky hillside overlooking the South China Sea, in the historic fishing village of Shek-O, Hong Kong Island. Olson Kundig Architects designed the home to maximize the breathtaking views of the property and the coastal scenery. Large expanses of glass helps […]
Waterfront retreat built for entertaining on the San Juan Islands
An intimately designed retreat lies nestled in a dense, wooded shoreline site, the imagination of Olson Kundig Architects, located on the San Juan Islands, Washington. The 1,700 square foot home was designed as a place for family and friends to enjoy throughout the year, but especially during the warmer summer months. The most important goal […]
Phenomenal Family Retreat in Mexico by Olson Kundig Architects
Mexico Residence is a spacious family retreat displaying sophisticated details, designed by Olson Kundig Architects, located in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico.