Yingst Retreat

Yingst Retreat

A freestanding fireplace is one of several "events" that foster an active engagement with the landscape.

Yingst Retreat

A trellised walkway guides visitor's to the main house's entry.

Yingst Retreat

Four boxlike structures--three garages and a workshop--stand sentry duty between the parking area and the entry court.

Yingst Retreat

The project's site plan.

Yingst Retreat

The house steps down toward the lakeshore, following the slope of the site.

Yingst Retreat

The stair combines massive timber elements with a slatted screen that seems to float above the floor.

Yingst Retreat

An abstract viewing pavilion overlooks the bocce court.

Yingst Retreat

Exposed columns and laminated beams set a visual rhythm.

Yingst Retreat

Dubbed by one judge "the Mystery Critter," the viewing pavilion rises to the level of habitable sculpture.

Yingst Retreat

The entry trellis maintains the rhythm of the house's main structural frame.

Yingst Retreat

The project's floor plans.

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