Prentiss + Balance + Wickline Architects frames panoramic views of the Tongass National Forest with two soaring, glass-fronted volumes.

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Project Details:
Location: Ketchikan, Alaska
Architect: Prentiss + Balance + Wickline Architects
Year Built: 2021
Footprint: 1,640 square feet
Lot Size: 0.61 acres
From the Architect: "Tongass Ledge sits gently perched over the Alaskan shore. Standing at the edge of the vibrant Tongass Narrow, the Ledge is the perfect lookout for a nature lover. Overlooking inlet waters and balanced at the edge of a rock wall, two volumes at a subtle angle capture the breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. Designed for a busy client who splits time between Seattle and Ketchikan, the complete design required a simple form and program, personalized through highly custom interiors."

Clerestory windows create a sense of openness, and bring in additional light.
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The living space, like the primary bedroom, is cantilevered and features large expanses of glass that capture panoramic views of the surrounding wild landscape.
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Industrial-leaning architectural materials work in unexpected harmony with softer, more refined design elements. The painted black window frames and concrete floors reflect the ruggedness of Ketchikan.
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See the full story on Dwell.com: An Alaskan Retreat Captures the Majesty of the Surrounding Wilderness
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By: Keren Dillard
Title: An Alaskan Retreat Captures the Majesty of the Surrounding Wilderness
Sourced From: www.dwell.com/article/tongass-ledge-prentiss-balance-wickline-architects-nature-retreat-634f3cb3-4d0a6912
Published Date: Mon, 17 Oct 2022 18:18:10 GMT
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