The simple gabled volume is clad in dark timber, helping the house settle quietly into its wooded setting. Generous areas of glazing bring natural light into the interiors while opening views towards the pine canopy. Existing trees are retained, while native planting, ornamental grasses and informal vegetation create a soft transition between the garden and the surrounding woodland. Inside, natural timber, light plaster and a muted material palette create warm and understated spaces. the existing woodland and natural topography shaped the house’s placementa simple gabled volume references the silhouette of a traditional barn