House on the Neck

Forces of weathering play a prominent role in determining the building palette and the decision to expose the structural system so plainly. The textured surface and color of the shingles closely resembles the bark of trees in the northern woods and the rich, warm tones of the exposed timber frame, its heartwood. The bronze of the weathering copper references the site’s numerous oaks. Wearing deepening patinas with each passing year, the house becomes more and more a part of the surrounding environment. Eric Reinholdt - Project Architect/Lead Designer with Elliott, Elliott, Norelius Architecture Photo: Eric Reinholdt