Located on a constricted, steeply sloping wooded site in upstate NY, the house is lifted and organized to both minimize site impact and capitalize upon limited daylight access. Taking cues from the surrounding hemlocks, the house reaches vertically to maximize solar exposure during the low winter months. Daylight received through the high roof is redirected downward through floor voids into lower levels, providing a sense of expansion and connectedness despite the small footprint. Floor voids and an open plan allow warm air to rise through the space and exhaust/recirculate at the high roof. This seasonally moderates interior temperatures and reduces the demand for mechanical intervention.