Whidbey Puzzle Prefab demonstrates how smart design can minimize environmental impact while fostering health, flexibility, and a deep connection to nature. This innovative prototype packs 600 square feet of thoughtfully arranged interior living space alongside 557 square feet of covered outdoor decks—all in a footprint one‑quarter the size of the average American home.
The In‑Kind House by GO’C transforms a modest 1950s foundation into a bright, nature‑connected retreat without increasing its footprint. Rather than adding square footage, the design delivers “just enough” space to meet the client’s needs—no more, no less—while repairing a poorly laid‑out original home.
Bombo Italian Kitchen & Bar welcomes guests with a warm, natural aesthetic that perfectly suits its location inside the new Seattle Convention Center. This signature restaurant, designed by Ethan Stowell, spans 4,200 square feet along the primary corridor known as the Mixing Zone, where it stands as a beacon of culinary richness and architectural craft.
The WORK Shed began with an email titled “Tiny Project?” When a family with a toddler, a baby on the way, and a compact 1919 bungalow found themselves running out of space, they realized their 110-square-foot backyard shed – their current remote office – simply wasn’t enough. They needed a serious upgrade.
Icicle Creek Cabin by CAST Architecture is a high-mountain, off-grid retreat located on a private inholding in the Wenatchee National Forest. Built to thrive in heavy snowfall and extreme temperature swings, the cabin sits on an unwooded knoll to protect the existing site. Its design is pragmatic, durable, and energy efficient.
Prentiss + Balance + Wickline Architects built Wandling House on 20 acres of working ranch property, where elegant design meets Methow practicality. The site inspires with its gorgeous views of distant mountains, wildflower-clad hills, and even cows grazing nearby. Moreover, the expansive setting enriches the character of this distinctive residence.
Perched on a scenic ridge, the Grand Ridge Project seamlessly blends modern design with its stunning natural surroundings. This three-level residence is a testament to thoughtful planning, combining functionality, beauty, and a deep connection to its environment.
Dry Creek Cabin by Fieldwork Design and Architecture sits 2,200 feet above the Columbia River Gorge in White Salmon, Washington. The architects embedded the cabin into the hillside, allowing the roof to float above the landscape. Consequently, this design creates a quiet, almost invisible facade from the road, blending the cabin seamlessly with its natural surroundings.
