Hansville, WA | small-scale residential | 2100 sf

Kitsap House replaced a 250 SF summer cabin on a high west-facing bluff above Hood Canal. The clients’ experience of living and working in the compact cabin, originally purchased as a summer retreat, shaped the design of the new home. Public and private spaces are housed in two separate volumes connected by a glass-enclosed entry. The west-facing volume contains the kitchen, living, and dining areas and opens to a broad covered deck. The private wing includes bedrooms and support spaces. Both volumes feature steeply pitched roofs with loft workspaces tucked into the vaulted ceilings.

Cedar siding finished with grey pine tar offers a protective envelope that references the regional tradition of weathered wood. A light, reflective metal roof reduces solar gain and will patina over time. Interiors feature exposed glulam beams, rift-sawn white oak floors, fir windows and cabinets. Passive ventilation and daylighting are supported by operable windows, skylights, and clerestories. High-efficiency systems and natural materials contribute to long-term comfort and indoor air quality.