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Prentiss Balance Wickline positioned this Wake Robin House near a meadow surrounded by evergreen trees in 2019. The design seamlessly ties the natural and built environment together. Key elements include a glassy pavilion-style living space, metal panel patterning, and a unifying tapered roof. The landscape contributes to the house’s integration with its surroundings, resulting in a spatially rich and holistic experience for the clients.

Situated along the banks of the Chewuch River in Washington, D.C., this 2022 cabin design by Prentiss Balance Wickline delivers a striking blend of modern and natural elements. The cruciform floor plan features a high-ceilinged central living space intersected by a lower-roofed wing containing bedrooms and utility areas, offering a thoughtful response to the rugged surrounding landscape.