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Pond Ave Residence in Wellfleet on Cape Cod
Modern Residential Building in MA, USA ? design by Hundred Mile House
Jul 16, 2019
Pond Ave Residence on Cape Cod
Architects: Hundred Mile House
Location: Wellfleet, Cape Cod, Massachusetts, USA

Photos by Lance Gerber & Stefane Barbeau
The Pond Ave Residence on Cape Cod was inspired by the mid-century modern heritage in the area (architects like Marcel Breuer and Walter Gropius did a lot of work here) as well as more natural elements found throughout Cape Cod.

The mixture of glass and black-stained mahogany siding was intended to blend into the rich black-brown pine tree forest, helping the house to almost disappear amongst the natural surroundings.
The inverted room arrangement with living space on the upper level raises you into the trees. The upper level is 50% glass and provides sweeping views of the lush neighborhood and the saltwater marsh, while the front and rear decks provide an easy transition to outdoor living in the warmer months.

The rugged concrete sea walls in the area that attempt to tame the rough winter storms inspired the raised cast concrete lower level which houses the bedrooms and provides an extreme sense of security and serenity.

The intention with the overall design was to encourage relaxation and appreciation of the environment. The stairs help slow one down on the ascent and decent through the long,...