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Samish Island Cabin Photography By Mike Seidl Story By Frances Badgett
Builder: Cascade Joinery, Architect: Greg Robinson
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his lovely house is located on the tip of Samish Island, just above high tide. It is owned by an oyster farmer who farms the surrounding waters of Samish Bay. Built to withstand harsh conditions — the salt, sand and constant breeze of the island elements — it’s solidly built and yet graceful. Amenities include heated concrete floors without a crawlspace, which is ideal for minimum maintenance. The solid timber frame construction and Structural Insulated Panels (SIP) keep the interior quiet and comfortable, even when the wind whips and howls during our famous winter storms. But its greatest amenities are its proximity to the tranquil water and views of Samish Bay, Lummi Island, Chuckanut Mountains and Mount Baker.
The open living space with high ceilings gives the room a light, airy feeling, balancing nicely the heft of the timbers. And wooden tones create warmth and intimacy in the bedroom, while the high ceilings and big windows let in lots of natural light and sun.