10914 E Kingwood Dr Effingham, IL 62401

Designed by Cass Calder Smith as two “buildings” that contrast each other functionally, geometrically, and materially that only touch at one small connecting point. The 1st building is angular in plan with blue stained wood, plaster, and glass w/ three main spaces: a live-eat-cookspace, three beds w/bathrooms, and bsmt rec space. The roof ascends in height from the m bedroom to the living room – both of which aim axially to the forest.The living room leads to a cantilevered deck that projects over a steep ravine as a counterpoint to the rest of the home. The angle forms the semi-courtyard that is south facing and focused around the pool. The entry is located at its fold point, a portal to the front yard. The other “building” is a Corten steel “barn”,which is the garage with two floors above; a work studio and guest suite. The Corten steel roof spans over the blue angle and landing on columns at the yard, establishing a shaded outdoor living room. Featured in Dwell Magazine