YCD Studio
Residential

The Cottage

A modern retreat nestled in nature — timber, glass, and stone create a home that feels grounded, warm, and effortlessly connected to its forested lakeside setting.

LocationBay Area, CA
Year2026
StatusIn Design
The Cottage
Area2,800 sq ft
Duration10 months
ScopeNew residential
ClientPrivate homeowner
Living room — floor-to-ceiling lake viewsLiving room — floor-to-ceiling lake views
Exterior approach — timber and stone
Overview

The Cottage is a ground-up residential project for a family who wanted a home that feels effortless — modern in its systems and materials, but warm and lived-in from day one. Set within a dense forested landscape alongside a river, every major design …

Deck and landscape integrationDeck and landscape integration
Interior detail — natural materials
Approach

The plan is organized around framed views and natural light. A single-story main volume stretches along the river's edge, maximizing exposure to the water and forest canopy. Floor-to-ceiling glazing dissolves the boundary between inside and out, …

Living room — floor-to-ceiling lake viewsLiving room — floor-to-ceiling lake views
Exterior approach — timber and stone

The Cottage is a ground-up residential project for a family who wanted a home that feels effortless — modern in its systems and materials, but warm and lived-in from day one. Set within a dense forested landscape alongside a river, every major design …

Deck and landscape integrationDeck and landscape integration
Interior detail — natural materials

The plan is organized around framed views and natural light. A single-story main volume stretches along the river's edge, maximizing exposure to the water and forest canopy. Floor-to-ceiling glazing dissolves the boundary between inside and out, …

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