Marcie Sillman speaks with Tom Kundig, owner and principal of Olson Kundig Architects, about how the landscape and culture of the Northwest influenced his newest award-winning building, and how Northwest architecture reflects our changing culture.
What Does A Northwest Building Look Like?
1 of
Studhorse is the name of this Methow Valley home in Central Washington state. Here, compact living pavilions surround outdoor living spaces.
Courtesy Benjamin Benschneider/Olson Kundig Architects / Olson Kundig Architects
2 of
An entire wall of the Studhouse den opens to the courtyard. Living and dining spaces are seen in the adjacent pavilion.
Courtesy Benjamin Benschneider/Olson Kundig Architects
3 of
Large window walls open to physically connect living/dining areas to the outdoors.
Courtesy Benjamin Benschneider/Olson Kundig Architects
4 of
Studhorse against the winter landscape of the rural Methow Valley.
Courtesy Benjamin Benschneider/Olson Kundig Architects
