One of the more amazing things about Jim Cutler is his firms relative recluse. Working from Bainbridge Island, Cutler Anderson produces some of the most elaborate wood detailing in the Pacific Northwest. His designs are simple; his response always harmonic to the site of choice. According to Cutler, the goal is to "reveal what is true about the circumstances of a project" and it is self-evident that the Edwards Residence exemplifies this same credo masterfully. Located just out of Seattle, Cutler designs with glulam construction and (as one can see in the second photo) reflects fluorescent lighting under wood floor paneling, which is a wonderful way to highlight craftsmanship in a building. Also of note are the selected areas for drywall construction and how Jim singles out only a few walls for emphasis (none of which are partition walls).
Overall, this is probably not Cutler Anderson's signature piece, but it is a darn good one. Cutler Anderson's work, along with OSKA and Miller Hull, have truly helped to give Seattle, WA a better sense of place and cultural relevancy in the last ten to fifteen years, and it's why visiting the area is a must for architects desiring to work with wood and modern methods for detailing wood with steel and concrete.
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