Located on 5 treed acres on Whidbey
Island this home design was featured in “Fine Homebuilding" Magazine
in its “Home of the Year” issue. Conceived and beautifully
designed by highly recognized small- home architect Ross
Chapin of Langley, WA, this home packs a lot of heart into 1060sf. If
living simply and lightly on the land is your vision, this “green
built” home is worthy of serious consideration.
The small footprint of the house meant minimal disturbance to the plants on the
site and ultra- low maintenance of the landscape. French doors open at
patio level to the ponds, and the patios become a room for 6 months of the year.
Paths cut into the salal around the house create the impression of a hidden cottage
in the trees.
Upper cabinets in the kitchen were traded for a small walk- in pantry and the
result is a kitchen of windows overlooking the pond and flooded with light all
day (… saving thousands of dollars in cabinet costs). Built- ins in every
room minimize the need for furniture to satisfy the aim of those looking to simplify
their lives. Bronze door handles, hickory cabinets, river- rock fireplace, saltillo
tile on the hydronically heated floors, and dozens of other quality finishes
make this small home very special.
If you are looking for a high quality starter home, getaway home, or are downsizing,
this plan is liveable, flexible and pleasing. I’ve lived here for 15 years
now and LOVE IT! Come visit me here for coffee and tea.
Size: 1060 Sq ft.
Cost to build in 1996 was $125,000 including septic system, design and permits,
and detatched office/apartment.
