For this house “contextual” means focusing the good view and taking the bad view out of focus. In order to accomplish this, the form of the house was inspired by horse blinders. Conceived as two tubes with directed views, one tube is for entertaining and the other one for sleeping. Directly across the
no need for artificial light during the day. The heating for the building is provided by a radiant system composed of several hundred feet of tubes filled with hot water embedded into the concrete floors. The façade is made up of composite board that is held away from the skin in order to create ventilated
cause privacy issues and unpleasant views – “the bad view.” Thus the sides and rear are mostly solid in order to block out the less desirable views and the front is completely transparent in order to frame and capture the lake – “horse blinders.” There are several sustainable features in the house’s
I've seen rolls of it in the window covering section at Home Depot. You cut it to size, wet the window slightly, and it adheres. Cost is well under $50 for a roll. Comes in different patterns, as well as this basic frosted look. I am in Canada, but
shade for over dining table to match blinds
blinds for fabric shades and your bath will suddenly feel like a real room.• Upgrade your towels for a fluffy version with contrasting piping or grosgrain trim.• Want to let in more light? Try adhesive window films for more sun without sacrificing privacy.• Replace the standard ceiling fixture with a
In bigger bathrooms, such as this one, window films can be used on glass doors for privacy or on big windows for light-filled
hmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm..... interesting idea for the back corner of the yard. how do you keep the raccoons out?
I LOVE this! Would love to create a library for my books in my yard!
surprise for visitors who are expecting only part of the doors to swing open."
Challenged by 150 square feet and a $16,000 budget, architect Gurmeet Sian used hardware store materials to create this garden shed retreat for two freelance writers in London.
with room for books and electronics. Wiring, weatherproofing and security were priorities.A view of the garden was a must, too. The full-height retractable doors allow the two to enjoy the garden while they work — and create the option of entertaining here in warm weather."The clients were very excited about
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Arlington, northwest of Boston, is the location for another addition by Hammer Architects. A neighboring house appears in the distance, meaning privacy is also a concern with the placement and size of windows. The wood cladding works
windows for lot (glass next to rocks)
I like how this addition could provide extra privacy in the back
location for another addition by Hammer Architects. A neighboring house appears in the distance, meaning privacy is also a concern with the placement and size of windows. The wood cladding works well alongside the brick original; it's not just for Cape Cod.
sense of privacy, making it a great place to pause and view the pond below.
Under the deck the stucco walls wrap around a patio, creating a perfect place for a cool refuge from hot summer days. A custom-made fountain is integrated into the wall, a bed of lush flowers is woven into the bluestone, and a
create privacy, drifts of colorful perennials surround the seat walls, and clumps of Aspen trees define the entrance to this enchanting outdoor room.
This project earned Windsor Companies a Merit Award for Excellence in Landscape Design by the Minnesota Nursery and Landscape Association.
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cement for Wayne and Lindseys house. Plantings below wall area fairly simply with metal edging.