The She(d)
Tucked along the shoreline of Lake Coeur d’Alene, The She(d) is a small artist studio designed as a retreat for reflection, writing, and creative solitude. Conceived for a budding author seeking refuge from the lively rhythm of her family’s lake cabin, the studio provides a quiet perch above the water — a place to unwind, imagine, and shape the next plot twist in her series.
Because of its proximity to the water and placement within the floodplain, the structure rises lightly on steel stilts, elevating it safely above seasonal changes in lake level while minimizing impact on the terrain below. Compact yet refined, the She(d) borrows material cues from the main cabin, employing a palette of wood, steel, and glass that harmonizes with its surroundings.
A modular construction system reduced build time and allowed most components to be fabricated off-site, simplifying installation in the remote lakefront setting. Within its modest footprint, the studio offers just enough comfort to extend a day’s stay — including a small kitchenette and outdoor BBQ area that allow it to double as a home base when family activities spill toward the water.
Balancing practicality and poetry, The She(d) stands as both refuge and companion structure — a minimalist escape designed for creativity, solitude, and the simple pleasure of stillness beside the lake.
Details
- Project
- Trek Architecture™
- Year
- 2025
- Status
- Design
