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San Juan Cliffside – a Pleasing Island Home in Washington

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Prentiss Architects have designed a pleasing woodsy retreat on Washington’s San Juan Island.

Solid quality is denoted by rugged deep-paned window construction and a dark granite tub overlooking the water.

Washington state has a recognizable design signature in which complexity and heft are key.

A double height front door is latched with an unique crafted wood slat design overlay.

Two different wood cladding treatments are contrasted with each other, providing unique graphic interest.

Often this style involves lots of detailing and offset angles.

A smaller guest house in the garden is constructed in the same sturdy way, reminiscent of the Arts and Crafts movement.

The serene view out to sea makes it seem like you are cooking in nature.

A sense of the closeness of water is present in every solidly constructed room.

The setting sun sends warm rays in to the family living room.

A statue of Buddha shares your contemplation of the view.

The result is a pleasant family home to be treasured for generations.