Bernard Andre
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary brown three-story mixed siding house exterior remodel in San Francisco with a shed roof and a metal roof

Eric Rorer Photographer
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary gray two-story concrete fiberboard house exterior remodel in San Francisco with a shed roof and a shingle roof

Sun Room. Exteiror Sunroom -Photographer: Rob Karosis
Elegant two-story wood exterior home photo in New York

Photography by Bruce Damonte
Example of a large farmhouse white one-story wood gable roof design in San Francisco

The best view from a home is typically from the roof. And if that view includes a famous bridge, beach or skyline, every effort should be made to gain access to it. Here in San Francisco, a deck on the roof adds ridiculous value to homes that are already ridiculously expensive! And it's the same story from Brooklyn to Venice Beach. The challenge with stairways running to the roof: they've always required a stair enclosure, and that means adding one more story - something that the building department - and neighbors - typically won't agree to. The solution: a motorized retractable roof.

An inviting entry
Mid-sized traditional white two-story wood gable roof idea in San Francisco

For this home we were hired as the Architect only. Siena Custom Builders, Inc. was the Builder. +/- 5,200 sq. ft. home (Approx. 42' x 110' Footprint) Cedar Siding - Cabot Solid Stain - Pewter Grey

Large transitional beige two-story wood gable roof photo in Providence

The client for this home wanted a modern structure that was suitable for displaying her art-glass collection. Located in a recently developed community, almost every component of the exterior was subject to an array of neighborhood and city ordinances. These were all accommodated while maintaining modern sensibilities and detailing on the exterior, then transitioning to a more minimalist aesthetic on the interior. The one-story building comfortably spreads out on its large lot, embracing a front and back courtyard and allowing views through and from within the transparent center section to other parts of the home. A high volume screened porch, the floating fireplace, and an axial swimming pool provide dramatic moments to the otherwise casual layout of the home.

Example of a large classic white one-story stucco gable roof design in Orange County with a tile roof

Example of a minimalist home design design in San Francisco

Roe Anne White Photography
Inspiration for a small tropical two-story exterior home remodel in Santa Barbara

Located in the Lafayette Square Historic District, this garage is built to strict historical guidelines and to match the existing historical residence built by Horace Bigsby a renowned steamboat captain and Mark twain's prodigy. It is no ordinary garage complete with rooftop oasis, spiral staircase, Low voltage lighting and Sonos wireless home sound system.

Custom Farmhouse on the Easter Shore of Maryland.
Inspiration for a large timeless brown two-story wood exterior home remodel in Los Angeles with a hip roof

This 1925 Jackson street penthouse boasts 2,600 square feet with an additional 1,000 square foot roof deck. Having only been remodeled a few times the space suffered from an outdated, wall heavy floor plan. Updating the flow was critical to the success of this project. An enclosed kitchen was opened up to become the hub for gathering and entertaining while an antiquated closet was relocated for a sumptuous master bath. The necessity for roof access to the additional outdoor living space allowed for the introduction of a spiral staircase. The sculptural stairs provide a source for natural light and yet another focal point.

Cesar Rubio
Deck - large industrial rooftop rooftop deck idea in San Francisco with no cover

Island style white one-story stucco house exterior photo in Other with a hip roof

Photo by June Cannon, Trestlewood
Rustic wood exterior home idea in Salt Lake City

Inspiration for a large timeless three-story exterior home remodel in Philadelphia with a gambrel roof