The Lightbox is named for its two-story open sunroom that is awash with light throughout the day. It is used for living space for the family, but doubles as a work space for the photographer where a range of studio subjects can be photographed. The photographer isn’t confined to this space, of course, as the location of the home encourages an exploration of the great outdoors beyond its crystalline walls. The Lightbox house is located next to a 180-acre park overlooking the San Juan Islands and Puget Sound. The park is a grand amenity of this home, as the photographer and his family can explore deep into the woods adjacent to their property. With the ocean just a short hike away, a range of photographic subjects are immediately accessible to the home’s owner. Despite its modern spirit and the elegance that implies, the Lightbox house is decidedly modest. It spans about 1500 square feet over two floors, and its construction relied on simple materials and structural systems to keep costs low. It’s the perfect size for its photographer inhabitant and his young family. The spirit of the home extends much further than its glass walls, however, as the lines of ownership are blurred deep into the forest beyond. It’s a magical little home, one that speaks to the creative identity of both owner and architect. Does this design light up your world? We’ve rounded up 10 more like it from 2014: Nature Architecture – 10 Select Cabins, Treehouses and Hideaways Around the World
Lightbox House by Bohlin Cywinski Jackson | Gallery
[photography by Nic Lehoux Photography]
