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- ArchitectdSPACE Studio Architects
- PhotographerTony Soluri
Nestled into the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore, this residence is designed to minimize its environmental impact with a vertical layout and small footprint. The result is a tranquil vacation retreat that soars among the trees and offers views of Lake Michigan and the Chicago skyline.
Primary living spaces occupy the top level, above the bedrooms and work spaces, enhancing the feeling of living in a tree house. Windows are oriented for ideal light conditions: the primary suite welcomes morning sun while the kitchen faces west, animating the space with colorful dusk hues.
Large volumes chiseled from the façade heighten the sculptural quality of the structure. These intentional voids choreograph how light enters the interior and create space for balconies. Clad in warm cedar, the balconies contrast with the white steel skin and offer a comforting sense of human scale.
- Building style
- Contemporary
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