Set on a gently sloping 8-acre property in Marion, Massachusetts, this residence is designed for a creative couple who live and work from home. The architecture blends quiet woodland surroundings with open, functional interiors—creating a place for living, working, and pursuing artistic passions.

At the front, the home presents a calm, composed façade where a floating roof and clerestory windows hint at the openness within. Inside, the architecture begins to lift and unfold. Toward the rear, the roof rises dramatically, revealing a soaring window wall that frames views of the surrounding woods. Living, dining, and kitchen spaces flow together within this expanded volume, each distinct in height, orientation, and connection to the outdoors.

Along the woodland edge, full-height glazing and sliding doors dissolve boundaries between inside and out. The living and dining areas open to a generous deck that steps into the natural landscape, creating a fluid transition for daily life and seasonal gatherings. Shifting ceiling planes, varied light, and purposeful openings animate each space while maintaining a strong visual relationship to the forest beyond.

A central feature wall anchors the living areas—integrating media and storage on one side and refined dining cabinetry on the other. This single sculptural element gives each space its identity while tying them together.

A naturally lit hallway connects the bedrooms, garage, and artist’s studio. Lined with artwork and illuminated from above, it acts as both circulation and a private gallery.

Acoustic wood ceiling panels soften sound and visually link adjacent spaces. Throughout the home, material choices create cohesion—most notably in the custom built-ins crafted by the homeowner, a skilled woodworker. These thoughtful details bring warmth, character, and continuity to the interior.

The kitchen sits beneath a lowered ceiling accented by clerestories, bringing soft daylight from above. A long galley sink with dual faucets overlooks the entry court and garden, while the island and seating counter support cooking, conversation, and gathering.

Casual dining often happens in the screen porch, which mirrors the home’s material palette and shares the two-sided fireplace with the family room—offering year-round comfort in an outdoor setting.

The primary suite frames garden views through a centered bed niche. Secondary bedrooms include a Jack-and-Jill bath and loft areas for flexible guest accommodations. Personalized touches—such as illuminated glass sinks and a vibrant laundry room connected to a sunroom—add warmth and daily delight.

The main deck, edged by a reflecting pool, extends the home’s angled geometry into seating areas, steps, and pathways. Gently sloping roofs, floor-to-ceiling glass, and angled walls define the exterior, while stucco, porcelain cladding, high-performance windows, and composite decking create a modern, low-maintenance envelope.

The entry court leads to a four-car garage and an adjacent car court designed for working on cars. Overhead doors connect the garage, car court, and artist’s studio—allowing vehicles to move easily between areas, including onto the studio’s car lift. Flat access and dedicated work zones support the homeowner’s passion for building and restoring cars.

The studio features an expansive translucent skylight that delivers soft, museum-quality daylight while minimizing heat gain. Accessed from the home office, it includes wood and metal shops, a finishing room, a clean room, a car lift, and a mezzanine. Clad in black corrugated metal with exposed steel beams and concrete flooring, the space has an industrial, modern character.

From the deck, a stone-lined ramp leads down to woodland trails and the water’s edge. These pathways create a serene extension of the home, offering intimate immersion in the surrounding landscape.