The Backcountry Hut Company Wins BLT Design Award for Construction Product Design of the Year with System 02
The Backcountry Hut Company
System 02 - San Juan Islands, WA
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Russell Dalby
The Backcountry Hut Company Wins BLT Design Award for Construction Product Design of the Year with System 02
The Backcountry Hut Company
System 02 - San Juan Islands, WA
Photo credit:
Russell Dalby
The Backcountry Hut Company Wins BLT Design Award for Construction Product Design of the Year with System 02
The Backcountry Hut Company
System 02 - Bark Lake, ON
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Adrien Williams
Catchacoma Cottage
Dubbeldam Architecture + Design
Catchacoma Cottage - Front Facade Detail
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Riley Snelling
Catchacoma Cottage
Dubbeldam Architecture + Design
Catchacoma Cottage - Front Facade
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Riley Snelling
Catchacoma Cottage
Dubbeldam Architecture + Design
The entry porch, carved out of the main volume and lined with warm red cedar, contrasts with the darkened wood siding and includes custom shelving for firewood.
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Riley Snelling
Catchacoma Cottage
Dubbeldam Architecture + Design
Upon entry, visitors are immediately greeted with a view through the living space and out the large rear sliding glass doors, revealing the lake beyond.
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Riley Snelling
Catchacoma Cottage
Dubbeldam Architecture + Design
The design emphasizes a continuous visual connection to the landscape. A central circulation spine connects the three volumes, framing curated outdoor views at each end.
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Riley Snelling
Catchacoma Cottage
Dubbeldam Architecture + Design
At the center of the living space, the dining area includes a built-in maple plywood banquette, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere for gatherings around the dining table.
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Riley Snelling
Catchacoma Cottage
Dubbeldam Architecture + Design
Where the rooflines converge, a loft space provides a cool hangout for teenagers, creating an intimate nook above the open floor plan that overlooks the double-height living area.
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Riley Snelling
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Catchacoma Cottage
Dubbeldam Architecture + Design
The kitchen, tucked beneath the loft, contrasts the warm hues of maple plywood with cool greys. It features Greystone counters, charcoal cabinetry, and a waterfall island.
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Riley Snelling
Catchacoma Cottage
Dubbeldam Architecture + Design
Catchacoma Cottage - Kitchen Detail
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Riley Snelling
Catchacoma Cottage
Dubbeldam Architecture + Design
A natural palette is carried throughout the interior, ensuring a consistent sense of warmth and authenticity. The cold-rolled steel behind the fireplace creates a striking contrast to the maple plywood-lined walls, adding visual interest and texture to the space.
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Riley Snelling
Catchacoma Cottage
Dubbeldam Architecture + Design
In the living room, a freestanding wood-burning stove is set on a slate stone ledge, complemented by a custom steel firewood storage solution.
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Riley Snelling
Catchacoma Cottage
Dubbeldam Architecture + Design
Curated views of the exterior are integrated into every space within the cottage's interior, ensuring a connection with the natural surroundings.
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Riley Snelling
Catchacoma Cottage
Dubbeldam Architecture + Design
The sunroom is a cozy retreat, enhanced by large windows that frame views of the lake and fill the space with natural light.
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Riley Snelling
Catchacoma Cottage
Dubbeldam Architecture + Design
Catchacoma Cottage - Bedroom
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Riley Snelling
Catchacoma Cottage
Dubbeldam Architecture + Design
Three distinct volumes with steep rooflines are integrated, connecting the main and guest bedroom wings with the central living area, while clearly defining the separate spaces within the cottage.
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Riley Snelling
Catchacoma Cottage
Dubbeldam Architecture + Design
Catchacoma Cottage - Deck
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Riley Snelling
Catchacoma Cottage
Dubbeldam Architecture + Design
The cottage was placed within an opening of a mature forest where a previous structure once stood, minimizing environmental impact and preserving the existing trees. Nestled among the trees, the cottage is visible from the lake, blending into its natural surroundings.
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Riley Snelling
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