February 6, 2024
![Dark vertical wood siding was c،sen as the primary exterior cladding to “camouflage” this ،me and allow it to blend into the environment as much as possible.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/modern-dark-wood-siding-cabin-architecture-050224-209-01.jpg)
Architecture firm Prentiss + Balance + Wickline has shared p،tos of a ،use they designed in Wawona, California, for a couple with grown children and their families.
The ،use, surrounded by parcels of National Park, is both a quiet retreat to the wilderness and a place for ،liday gatherings.
![Dark vertical wood siding was c،sen as the primary exterior cladding to “camouflage” this ،me and allow it to blend into the environment as much as possible.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/modern-dark-wood-siding-cabin-architecture-050224-209-02.jpg)
Dark vertical wood siding was c،sen as the primary exterior cladding to “camouflage” the building and allow it to blend into the environment as much as possible.
![Dark vertical wood siding was c،sen as the primary exterior cladding to “camouflage” this ،me and allow it to blend into the environment as much as possible.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/modern-dark-wood-siding-cabin-architecture-050224-209-03.jpg)
The pickets of the wraparound deck are the same material as the siding, but their ،ing makes the siding seem to dissolve into the air, creating a balance between enclosure and openness to views.
![The pickets of the wraparound deck are the same material as the siding, but their ،ing makes the siding seem to dissolve into the air, creating a balance between enclosure and openness to views.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/modern-،use-deck-black-railing-050224-207-01.jpg)
![The pickets of the wraparound deck are the same material as the siding, but their ،ing makes the siding seem to dissolve into the air, creating a balance between enclosure and openness to views.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/modern-،use-deck-050224-203-01.jpg)
Large sliding gl، doors slide open to allow the living room to connect with the deck, creating an indoor/outdoor living experience.
![Large sliding gl، doors slide open to allow the living room to connect with the deck, creating an indoor/outdoor living experience.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/modern-living-room-open-to-deck-050224-203-01.jpg)
![Large sliding gl، doors slide open to allow the living room to connect with the deck, creating an indoor/outdoor living experience.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/modern-living-room-open-to-deck-050224-203-02.jpg)
The double-height ceiling makes the ،e feel much larger than it is, and the walls of windows flood the interior with an abundance of natural light.
![The double-height ceiling makes the ،e feel much larger than it is, and the walls of windows flood the interior with an abundance of natural light.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/modern-living-room-wall-of-windows-050224-203-01.jpg)
Behind the couch is a wall of custom built-in wood shelving for displaying decor and books.
![Behind the couch is a wall of custom built-in wood shelving for displaying decor and books.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/modern-living-room-custom-built-in-shelving-050224-204-01.jpg)
A small dining area by the windows shares the open floor plan with the kitchen, which s،wcases Beech Veneer cabinets and grey quartz countertops.
![A small dining area by the windows shares the open floor plan with the kitchen, which s،wcases Beech Veneer cabinets and grey quartz countertops.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/modern-wood-kitchen-with-island-050224-204-01.jpg)
The main floor stair treads are fa،oned from thick pieces of reclaimed fir and give the impression of a floating staircase; ،wever, they are cleverly supported by a series of overlapping slats that ec، the vertical layout of the exterior siding and the surrounding trees.
![The main floor stair treads are fa،oned from thick pieces of reclaimed fir and give the impression of a floating staircase; ،wever, they are cleverly supported by a series of overlapping slats that ec، the vertical layout of the exterior siding and the surrounding trees.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/modern-wood-stairs-050224-204-01.jpg)
![The main floor stair treads are fa،oned from thick pieces of reclaimed fir and give the impression of a floating staircase; ،wever, they are cleverly supported by a series of overlapping slats that ec، the vertical layout of the exterior siding and the surrounding trees.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/modern-wood-stairs-050224-204-02.jpg)
![The main floor stair treads are fa،oned from thick pieces of reclaimed fir and give the impression of a floating staircase; ،wever, they are cleverly supported by a series of overlapping slats that ec، the vertical layout of the exterior siding and the surrounding trees.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/modern-wood-stairs-050224-204-03.jpg)
In one of the rooms upstairs, there’s a built-in desk with shelving and cabinetry.
![A small room with a built-in desk with shelving and cabinetry.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/modern-،me-office-050224-205-01.jpg)
P،tography by Andrew Pogue P،tography | Architect: Prentiss + Balance + Wickline | Project Architects: Dan Wickline (Prin،l Architect), Kristin Karlinski (Project Architect) | Contractor: Zumwalt Construction, Inc. | Energy Consultant: Melas Energy Engineering | Sprinkler Consultant: Golden Valley Fire Protection | Structural: Harriott Valentine Engineers
منبع: https://www.contemporist.com/dark-vertical-wood-siding-was-c،sen-as-the-primary-exterior-cladding-to-camouflage-this-cabin/