This distinctive home on the shores of Lake Samish was built with rowers in mind, with a curved roof and contemporary, minimalist design reminiscent of the smooth, effortless air of a rowing team in sync. Fitting, as in the past, a few of the athletes who have trained at the home participated in the 2012 Olympic Games held in London. Bellingham Bay Builders, along with the design team and owner’s vision, put substantial effort into the interior’s open, breezy feel, starting with a rare LEED-for-Homes Gold certification for energy efficiency and environmentally kind features. The all-metal roofing adds durability, along with wood beams and timber wood ceilings from recycled Douglas fir. Like the rowers, elite or recreational, who pull through many misty mornings on the lake, this home is designed to last.

Photographer | Peter James Photography
Certifications | LEED-For-Homes Gold, Energy Star
Articles | Bellingham Alive – Gem on the Water, Bellingham Alive – Living Green