#studhorse

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New stallion 😍❤️ already loving this pretty boy!

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Studhorse Washington St. Onslo Kundig

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Studhorse

Set in the remote Methow Valley, Studhorse responds to the clients’ desire to experience and engage the surrounding environment throughout all four seasons. Referencing the tradition of circling wagons, the buildings—four small, unattached structures—are scattered around a central courtyard and pool. The 20-acre site is nestled in the northern portion of the 60 mile long glacial valley and the buildings are arranged to frame carefully composed views of the surrounding Studhorse Ridge and Pearrygin Lake.

Tough and low maintenance building materials, mostly steel and glass, were utilized to stand up to the equally tough environmental conditions—from hot, fire-prone summers to snowy winters. Wood siding used throughout the project was salvaged from an old barn in the valley. The varying tones of the wood reveal its history and use. Over time as the wood and steel weather, the home will become more and more muted in appearance, blending into the landscape.

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Architect: olsonkundig Photographer: Benjamin Benschneider

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Studhorse

Winthrop •  WA • USA

By Olson Kundig

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Olson Kundig designed a home named Studhorse in Winthrop, Washington State.

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Nothing is so abject and pathetic as a

Nothing is so abject and pathetic as a politician who has lost his job, save only a retired stud-horse.