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HOLLAND ESTATE BARN Location: The Cascade Mountains Architects and planners: McClellan Architects Builder: DME Construction Stalls: Classic Equine
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ucked into the foothills of the Cascade Mountains, this estate was conceived as a breeding and dressage facility. The design was to be traditional yet current with a palette of low-maintenance materials. The master planning of the 20-acre site considered the views of the facilities from the owners’ home, utilization of existing pastures, and loafing sheds. Designers analyzed the efficient and safe circulation of horses, visitors, and vehicles to maintain a sense of elegance upon arrival. The barn features 10, 14-by-14-foot stalls with paddocks plus a foaling stall. Grooming bays and a wash stall are adjacent to a spacious tack room with a lounge. In addition to the large hay loft, the main level holds a feed and grain room with access to laundry, bath, and kitchenette. The design created a space familiar in its traditional form, but elevated by the sophisticated detailing and simplicity of the materials palette. These architectural details are highlighted in soft light by the expansive skylight that runs the length of the roof ridge, showering the barn with natural lighting. PAGE 94
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