Looking out over Washington State’s Birch Bay, this seasonal residence is located on property that has been in the family for over sixty years. The site was small, complex and had numerous regulatory and physical constraints that were addressed during the planning and design process. The house, designed for a writer and financial planner who often work from home, is cozy enough for two, while being open enough to welcome other generations. As a part-time residence that may become full time, the house is compact, energy efficient, non-toxic and low maintenance.