We continue to tell you about beautiful housesfrom different parts of the world. And today the hero of our column is the project of the architectural studio Hutker Architects. The house is located in Boston on the shore of a picturesque lake. This amazing structure made of stone and wood has become one with the surrounding nature. The use of natural materials is always welcomed when working on such projects. What can create a feeling of solidity, durability and strength of buildings? Of course, stone! And wood is an invariable complementary material that gives warmth, softens the interior and makes the atmosphere especially cozy. Our opinion The arrangement of a country house in a picturesque place requires careful planning. Here it is important to take into account the overall design of the site, model and think over the facade and internal living space. It is important to pay attention to every detail in order to create a strong and solid building with a cozy and warm atmosphere. For this, the combination of stone and wood in the interior is ideal.Note the masonry by the pool.It seems that this is an ancient stone fence that has survived to this day. But in fact, it is a clever design technique, an imitation. Stone boulders fit surprisingly well into the landscape, harmoniously coexisting with local rocks. The rectangular pool on the site is perfectly combined with the adjacent territory and the house. The green carpet of grass sets you up for relaxation. Comfortable chairs with pillows are provided for relaxation. This is an ideal place to show off the local landscape. In the evening, the recreation area can be transferred to the open terrace, to a cozy fireplace with a large chimney. An open fire has a magical effect and creates a feeling of comfort, evokes peace. It brings you closer to nature, creates coziness and warmth. Around the round massive stone table there are soft sofas and armchairs. Such an environment reflects the character of the owners of the house. It is clear that they honor traditions here, love to feel the warmth of a live fire and have heart-to-heart conversations.The fireplace is made in a deliberately rough manner,in the spirit of antiquity. The floor on the terrace is laid out of stone tiles mixed with large boulders. The wooden walls of the house and spacious windows soften the interior. Air, water, stone and wood charge with positive energy. When you get inside the house, this feeling intensifies. The living room, dining room and kitchen are in one spacious room. Wooden beams on the ceiling and the back of the sofa delimit the living room and dining room areas. A cozy stone fireplace in the center separates the kitchen from the living room. The lamps, which are located above the dining table, designate a separate area. The work space in the kitchen near the bar counter was also marked with lighting. The kitchen ceiling and walls are covered with wood, whichdiffers in color and texture. The predominant color scheme here is calm, conducive to relaxation. Panoramic windows of impressive sizes allow you to admire the local beauty in a cozy atmosphere. The furniture looks very simple, but elegant. It is selected in the same style throughout the house. Textiles bring notes of coziness. Our opinion The combination of wood and mosaic inserts in the bathroom looks original. The countertop for the washbasins looks good. Everything is maintained in the same style, with a predominance of stone and wood. The room is small, due to the color its space seems light and airy. The window adds light, which is reflected in the mirrors. This technique visually pushes the walls apart. There is another one behind the kitchen, in another room.a cozy corner with a fireplace and a soft armchair. Moreover, the fireplace decoration deserves special attention: stone mixed with wood looks unusual. Broken beams and protruding branches seem to have accidentally ended up there and have been there for a very long time. This fireplace is more elegant than those in the living room and on the open terrace. Wooden stairs lead to the second floor. There is a sleeping area there, in which a large emphasis is placed on wood. Only some areas differ in color and texture. Textiles and furniture are also selected to match the interior style of the entire house, the interior space of which harmoniously combines with the nature outside the windows (that is why curtains were not hung on them on purpose). hutkerarchitects.com