bDot architecture

This house on Smith Lake is a poetic dialogue between form, space, and memory, inspired by the client’s cherished lakeside adventures. The design transforms these warm recollections into architectural expressions through principles of procession, materiality, and intentionality. Slatted carport walls form a semi-permeable screen, alternately revealing and obscuring the main house to create an air of mystery. A stone path leads to a bold red door, marking the threshold to a spatial narrative that unfolds with a bridge crossing into the home and framing a dramatic view of the lake beyond. Architectural metaphors, such as spiral staircases for exploration, bridges for connection, and tree bark siding for blending built and natural environments, deepen the experience. Rooted in tectonic theory, the design harmonizes vernacular traditions with contemporary methods, creating a living narrative that celebrates memory, movement, and place.