On a recent trip back from work on Obstruction Island, Darren Dickinson our structural coordinator decided to surf behind Sherpa One, our loyal and reliable 1981 Glassply. Quite a site on a cold winter day....we do try to have fun!
We are extremely proud of our latest Orcas Island home. This craftsman cottage style of prefab challenged our entire team to show our ability to excel in other vernaculars. Although the majority of our work is in modern architecture, we're happy to show off our craftsmanship and attention to detail through this small family cottage. Still missing some crown molding, minor finish details, touch up paint, etc. but stay tuned for finished photos of this project....
On Tuesday the Method crew set the San Juan Island home. It is a Method Cabin model 3, slightly customized to capture westerly views out of any given window, out over the water towards Victoria BC and the Olympic Peninsula. With the help of our crane and set crews, we set the 3 module home in approximately 2-1/2 hours.The upper floor was set on top of a daylight basement below, with a guest bedroom, bathroom, living room and mechanical work shop. Check back soon for photos of the finished home.
Brian and I just flew back from our set in Pittsburgh. It was a pleasure meeting our clients in person, including their very hospitable family, friends and neighbors ....wonderful people. The set went off without a hitch. The contractor was on site to help us get the modules into the property the day before the set, and had his crew there the day of set to help with coordination. After the crane was finally set up and in position, the set took a little over two hours, with the modules flying gracefully into position on the waiting ICF foundation.The home is a M2 model, like the project we built in Glacier WA. This M2 sits up on top of what will become additional living space below at the walk out basement, along with an art studio for the client. Below are some pictures of the set.We are now leaving today for central Idaho, for the set of the Big Creek Ranch houses. I'll blog about those next week.Also, if you are in southern California come check Method out at Dwell on Design, where I will be part of two panel discussions on modern prefab. The show is June 24th thru 26th.
Check out our video of setting the Coastal Cabin on Vimeo Here.
