The Seclude Red Cedar Cottage is a project that engages with the surroundings by addressing the rural context and availability of resources. The design plugs into the concept of green buildings through its integration with the existing landscape and minimizing its impact on the environment.The project is an example of exploring beyond the contemporary understanding of green buildings which is currently limited to use of technology dictated by standards and certifications. The design intervention had to blend with the landscape and create a place where one could experience the surrounding plains and the distant mountains. Moreover, the isolation and inaccessibility of the area compelled the use of locally available resources resulting in the utilization of the site and its surroundings to their complete potential. The design needed to be outward looking, bringing the landscape in. One can view the changing weather and absorb it in this serene space and environment.