balance associates build picturesque nahahum cabin in washington state

balance associates build picturesque nahahum cabin in washington state
all images © steve keating photography

in the rolling hillsides north of cashmere, washington is the two-story dwelling, ‘nahahum’. completed by balance associates, the home is set into the landscape with concrete retaining walls that lead the form into the expansive landscape. the main entryway is directly into a full-height expanse that is carefully positioned to frame the most dramatic view of the canyon. the main floor has an open floor plan, moving seamlessly between living, and dining rooms, with the kitchen separated by a raised island/bar element. the space is also shared with a bathroom and multi-purpose utility area located closer to the hillside. above, is the master suite and a second bathroom with accompanying guest quarters. there’s also a small loft that can be used for a small, private area or office that opens up to the main commons below. 

entry façade 

house built into the hill 

wraparound windows and lift-slide doors

canyon view 

roof set into hill 

main entry

dining/living 

fireplace and living room 

kitchen to dining area 

kitchen

loft space 

project info:

name: nahahum
location: cashmere, washington
year: 2009
site: 20 acres
total area: 1650 sq. ft. (950 main floor + 700 upper floor)
photography: steve keating photography
architects: balance associates: tom lenchek AIA, kyle zerbey AIA
structural engineers: harriott valentine engineers
general contractor: fred dowdy

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