Architect Harold Spitznagel presents us a lovely L shaped home for a colder climate. A beautiful house that would sit perfectily on a cliff above the ocean somewhere in the Pacific Northwest.
On the street side of the house, windows are small, letting in only the light and ventilation necessary for good living. Random width V-joint vertical cedar siding and cedar shingles are specified as the exterior building materials. Wide overhangs and high roof keep the house cool in the summer. The rear of the house is almost entirely glass, overlooking the garden and preferably facing south. The larger windows are fixed glass, but the smalle units open out for controlled ventilation.
The kitchen and utility room adjoin the garage. They are close to the front door, yet have separate service entrance. Space under windows is lined with bookshelves and cabinets, living the rest of the room free for movable furniture. Both small bathrooms open off a short hall, convenient to bedrooms and guests. In the center is the utility room, set between front hall and kitchen. The corridor-type kitchen serves the dining area but also connects directly with the garage and drying yard thru the rear entrance door.
The garage is at the front door, not more than a full car length. All possible living area is on the rear or garden side where the surroundings and view can be controlled by the owner. A flagstone floor begins at the entrance and carries into both service and living areas. The dining room is a part of the living room. A masonry wall extends from the front hall thru the living and dining areas to the kitchen.
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