Cherokee National Forest, TN
2500 SF

Perched on a mountain high above Watauga Lake with a pristine view of the Cherokee National forest, this vacation home attempts to allow its owners unrestricted access to the beauty of its natural surroundings. Simple if form, its shape and orientation were derived to take the greatest advantage of the view and in bringing the outdoors in. The home is comprised of 3 bedrooms, 1 bunkroom, 2 1/2 bathrooms, a large open living space, a game room, a screen porch, and almost 1100 SF of outdoor decks.

The cedar siding, Tennessee bluestone hearth, exposed glulam rafters, and other natural wood details make a connection to the natural materials of the region, while the concrete countertops birch plywood cabinets, and restaurant type fixtures provide an industrial utility that is essential to the way living activities are performed in this vacation home.