Mountain Meadow House by Clinkston Brunner Architects is located near Roslyn, Washington, adjacent to a forest on the eastern slopes of the Cascades. Conceived as a retreat for a large, active family, the project is organized into three separate volumes: a main house, a guest casita, and a garage. This arrangement maintains a modest overall scale and separates public and private functions, while a series of exterior terraces links the structures and frames views toward the mountains.
The design applies contemporary sensibilities to local mining sheds and mountain cabin forms, combining exposed structural timbers, stone masonry, and weathered siding to establish a modern rustic character. Extended shed roofs shield the buildings from intense sun and heavy seasonal snow, enhancing durability and comfort while reinforcing the architectural response to climate.
