The Nest

Sparta, WI

Inspired by traditional North Woods camp architecture, The Nest blends wood, stone, and contemporary design to create airy, light-filled spaces connected to nature. The two main structures—a Sunroom Pavilion and a Dining Pavilion—are sheltered by sculptural roofs. A glass-walled gallery connects the pavilions, opening to a lakeside deck and a terrace leading to pathways through the woods. The Sunroom serves as a communal living space with large lift-slide doors that transform it into an open-air porch, while the Dining Pavilion seats 85 and features lake views and a granite hearth for family gatherings. Sustainability is central, with reclaimed cedar siding, locally sourced wood, and energy-efficient design, including passive cooling strategies and triple-glazed windows, seamlessly integrating the pavilions with their natural surroundings.

Version History
  • Project uploaded by Canadian Wood Council on 10-08-2024
  • Project last updated by Canadian Wood Council on 11-21-2024
Project Details
  • Year Built

    2022

  • Number Of Stories

    1

  • Bldg system

    Innovative Light-Frame

  • Sq. Meters

    935

  • Building Type:

    Assembly (Worship, Restaurant, Theater, etc.)

  • Material Types:

    Mass Timber
    I-joists

Project Team
  • ALIGN Structural Structural Engineer
  • Esto Photographer
  • Ridgeback Construction General Contractor
  • SALA Architects Architect/Firm
Version History
  • Project uploaded by Canadian Wood Council on 10-08-2024
  • Project last updated by Canadian Wood Council on 11-21-2024
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