This design program presents an iconic American home style in a disciplined, modern light. Continuous horizontal trim bands, expansive eaves and low pitched roof all reinforce the home's Midwest origins and Asian influences. Characteristic of our commitment to daylighting and cross ventilation, the project uses oversized wood casement windows throughout. This home showcases our firm's sustainable approach and was built using Forest Stewardship Council certified wood for framing lumber and hardwood floors along with reclaimed Douglas Fir timbers. Capped by a 2 kilowatt photovoltaic system, this home was the "cover house" for the 2007 Building Green + Solar Home Tour. Designed for a family of four, this 1870 square foot house uses an open floor plan to effectively increase the sense of space. Brick, tile, windows, doors, cabinetry, wood species and paint colors all relate to one another through design, color and/or texture. An intentional continuity that also makes this small home live large.