![A modern house with burnt wood siding.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/modern-house-design-wood-interior-030321-1146-01.jpg)
Architecture and building firm Alloy Homes Incorporated has recently completed a contemporary home in Calgary, Canada.
The Yakisugi House is named after “Yakisugi“, which is a reference to the Japanese burnt wood siding in which the majority of the home is clad.
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The custom-designed home for a young family includes an open entryway with a powder room, wood floors, and a small floating bench.
![An open entryway with a powder room, wood floors, and a small floating bench.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/modern-entryway-with-bench-powder-room-030321-1147-03.jpg)
The living room is flooded by natural light from the large windows, which were included to frame views of the downtown skyline.
![This modern living room is flooded by natural light from the large windows, which were included to frame views to the downtown skyline.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/modern-living-room-030321-1147-04.jpg)
The kitchen is located slightly above the living room, with a small bookshelf separating the two spaces. The kitchen includes a large island with a wood ceiling accent and light wood cabinets.
![This modern kitchen includes a large island with a wood ceiling accent and light wood cabinets.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/modern-wood-kitchen-with-island-dark-gray-countertop-030321-1148-05.jpg)
![This modern kitchen includes a large island with a wood ceiling accent and light wood cabinets.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/modern-wood-kitchen-with-island-dark-gray-countertop-030321-1148-06.jpg)
A small breakfast area is located off the kitchen, while a walk-through pantry connects with the main dining room.
![A small breakfast area is located off to the side of this modern kitchen.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/modern-wood-kitchen-with-island-dark-gray-countertop-030321-1148-07.jpg)
![A small breakfast area is located off the kitchen, while a walk-through pantry connects with the main dining room.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/modern-kitchen-pantry-breakfast-dining-area-030321-1148-08.jpg)
The open-plan dining room is furnished with a long wood dining table with a sculptural horizontal light hanging above.
![This open plan dining room is furnished with a long wood dining table with a sculptural horizontal light hanging above.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/modern-open-plan-dining-room-030321-1148-09.jpg)
A staircase with wood treads and a black handrail with hidden LED lighting connects to the upper floor of the home.
![A staircase with wood treads and a black handrail with hidden LED lighting connects to the upper floor of the home.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/modern-wood-stairs-with-led-handrail-030321-1149-10.jpg)
A home office has a custom-designed wood desk that wraps around the corner of the room. Open shelving and cabinets add additional storage to the room.
![A home office with a custom designed wood desk that wraps around the corner of the room. Open shelving and cabinets add additional storage to the room.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/modern-home-office-wood-desk-windows-open-shelving-030321-1149-11.jpg)
In the primary bedroom, bronze and black lighting have been mounted to the wall on either side of the bed, while the windows provide views of the neighborhood.
![In this primary bedroom, bronze and black lighting has been mounted to the wall on either side of the bed, while the windows provide views of the neighborhood.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/modern-bedroom-floor-to-ceiling-windows-030321-1149-12.jpg)
In the bathroom, grey tiles cover the walls and floor, while a floating wood vanity adds a natural element, and a white freestanding tub is positioned by the glass-enclosed shower.
![In this modern bathroom, grey tiles cover the walls and floor, while a floating wood vanity adds a natural element, and a white freestanding tub is positioned by the glass-enclosed shower.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/modern-gray-wood-white-bathroom-030312-1149-13.jpg)