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Studhorse Outlook in Washington
American Residential Property, WA, USA ? design by Olson Kundig architects
2 Feb 2017
Studhorse House
Location: Winthrop, Washington, USA
Architects: Olson Kundig
Studhorse Outlook

Set in the remote Methow Valley, Studhorse Outlook responds to the clients? desire to experience and interact with the surrounding environment throughout all four seasons. Riffing on the tradition of circling wagons, the buildings ? four small, unattached structures ? are scattered around a central courtyard and pool. The 20 acre site is nestled in the northern portion of the 60 mile long glacial valley and the buildings are arranged to frame carefully composed views of the surrounding Studhorse Ridge and Pearrygin Lake.
Studhorse Outlook exemplifies the architect?s belief that his job is to create an experience of place. Traditional boundaries between the built structure and its surroundings are purposefully blurred, forcing the clients to experience the site and nature. With the four buildings oriented to spill open to the central courtyard, the design is oriented toward family life and entertaining.

Public areas, including the family room, kitchen and bar are grouped together in the main ?A1? building. Private areas ? the master bedroom, kids? bedroom, and den ? are more secluded in the ?A2? building. Guest rooms are connected to the buildings but isolat...