Five of the best houses in Rhode Island on Dezeen
Homes in this week's roundup from different American states are in tiny Rhode Island, and include a cluster of barn-shaped volumes clad in wood and a black weekend retreat with pyramid-like skylights (+ slideshow).
Ocean House by Roger Ferris + Partners
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This holiday home by US studio Roger Ferris + Partners consists of a cluster of gable-roofed volumes, influenced by vernacular architecture in rural New England. Find out more about Ocean House »
Quonochontaug House by Bernheimer Architecture
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This holiday home for a Brooklyn-based family has a charred timber facade, and was featured as part of our series on winners from this year's A+Awards organised by US site Architizer. Find out more about Quonochontaug House »
Cottage in the Woods by 3six0 Architecture
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3six0 Architecture has created a geometric wooden cabin "cut like a gemologist shaping a stone" to serve as a retreat for an artist from Providence . Find our more about Cottage in the woods »
Watch Hill House by Lubrano Ciavarra Architects
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Providing sweeping views of a wilderness reserve was the primary goal for Lubrano Ciavarra when designing this large wood-and-slate holiday home. Find out more about Watch Hill House »
Pettasquamcutt Guest Residence by 3six0 Architecture
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3six0 has converted the garage of a family home to make room for an in-law residence adjacent to the main house overlooking Pettasquamcutt River. Find out more about Pettasquamcutt guest residence »