Heydt Designs
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Mill Valley Classic CottageTraditional Exterior, San Francisco
Residential Design by Heydt Designs, Interior Design by Benjamin Dhong Interiors, Construction by Kearney & O'Banion, Photography by David Duncan Livingston
Inspiration for a timeless gray two-story wood exterior home remodel in San Francisco — Houzz
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karaford11 wrote:Aug 15, 2012eddy77 wrote:Aug 18, 2012
PROHeydt Designs
It's a grey/blue flagstone- mortar set. Here we call it 'Connecticut Blue'.August 18, 2012
shropshire65 wrote:Aug 20, 2012
1kenzie3 wrote:Aug 21, 2012Exterior Color?
tulsagal
Thank you for the reply. Yes, I like the stained better too. I think I'll take the gamble on staining it this first application and see how it goes.October 1, 2012
joliparker wrote:Aug 23, 2012- PRO
Heydt Designs
Hello! The exterior pendant was selected by Benjamin Dhong Interiors.
http://www.houzz.com/pro/bendhong/benjamin-dhong-interiors
I know Restoration Hardware carries similar ones.
Best of luck! LeighaAugust 29, 2012
mholt15 wrote:Aug 29, 2012- PRO
Heydt Designs
It's a natural veneer stone product I found at Bay Area Bluestone. http://www.bayareabluestone.com The names of these products change frequently. At the time it was referred to as 'Castle Rock,' not to be confused with the manufactured products of this name. The color was referred to as 'Chocolate.' You can't see it in this photo but we also clad the column to the right of the front door in this stone to break up the shingle siding. Hope this helps! LeighaSeptember 13, 2012
MSE Developers wrote:Sep 23, 2012- PRO
Heydt Designs
Typical architectural fees for a project like this should be between 10-20% of the construction budget. The work should include a lot of architectural details, as well as work in all the major architectural phases such as schematic design, design development, construction documents, bidding and negotiation, and construction administration. Although, I don't feel comfortable disclosing the precise amount for the sake of my client's confidentiality, I can say that the fees for this project did end up being on the higher end of that spectrum. If you email me, we can discuss it further. My email is leigha@heydtdesigns.com Best of luck with your project! LeighaOctober 1, 2012
colleenterry808 wrote:Sep 30, 2012Floor plan available?
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Heydt Designs
Thank you so much. I am not selling the drawings for this home as-is, but I would be happy to work with you on an individual basis, incorporating many elements. If you are interested in discussing this further, please email me at leigha@heydtdesigns.com. Thanks!October 1, 2012
jillianmarie625 wrote:Oct 1, 2012- PRO
Heydt Designs
The exterior shingle color is Benjamin Moore 'Stone 2112-40' and the exterior trim color is Benjamin Moore 'White Dove'. The top and bottom levels are all stained the same color. The foyer bench column to the right of the front porch is clad in gray stone (barely visible in this photo), so that portion appears darker than the rest of the shingles. Stain colors fade quickly, and appear lighter in natural light, which is why the color appears lighter in this photo. Best of luck! LeighaOctober 1, 2012
karambrodsky wrote:Oct 8, 2012- PRO
Heydt Designs
It was manufactured by Trustile. They are a wonderful resource for designing and ordering customized doors and sidelights. Their website has a wonderful door design tool. Here's the link. http://www.trustile.com Best of luck to you with your project! LeighaOctober 9, 2012
izzyana wrote:Oct 14, 2012- PRO
Heydt Designs
Thank you! I don't recall the exact shingle manufacturer or name, but it was just a very basic, very inexpensive, Class A composition shingle in a Charcoal Grey color. CertainTeed is a common manufacturer of these types of shingles. Best of luck, Leigha.October 15, 2012
euniquecreations wrote:Oct 20, 2012jakenyonsmith wrote:Oct 27, 2012lynnporterfied wrote:Oct 30, 2012
englishtheriot wrote:Nov 13, 2012Do you have any pictures of the back of the house?
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Heydt Designs
Sorry, we don't. The back of the house is really close to a rear lot line and impossible to photograph because of it's proximity to the rear neighbor. We put all of the design emphasis into the front of the house because of this.November 14, 2012
clivingstone wrote:Nov 17, 2012Porch Ballistrade railings
aes2012
Hello, do you recall approximately how many feet this front porch extends out (as photographed here)? Thank you and have a great weekend!January 5, 2013- PRO
Heydt Designs
It's about 15' or so, as I recall. Sorry for late reply. Completely missed this one.October 26, 2013
johnstonfarm2013 wrote:Jan 15, 2013- PRO
Heydt Designs
They are Western Red Cedar shingles stained in a color to match a Benjamin Moore's paint color 'Stone 2112-40' The trim is painted in Benjamin Moore's 'White Dove'. These colors are also listed in the photo tags. Hope that helps! LeighaJanuary 19, 2013
Claude Darveau wrote:Jan 17, 2013- PRO
Heydt Designs
Yes, it's a cooler tone than a warmer one. Not weathered wood for example.
September 2, 2016
sharylanne wrote:Jan 24, 2013- PRO
Heydt Designs
Yes! Good eye. It is a laminate composition shingle (aka asphalt shingle) in a dark Charcoal Grey color, like this one. http://www.certainteed.com/products/roofing/residential/308956# The equivalent color would be 'Moire Black'. Best of luck!January 30, 2013
redmond1949 wrote:Jan 30, 2013redmond1949 wrote:Jan 30, 2013- PRO
Heydt Designs
No, sorry there is not. The two story design is not for sale, as is, either.January 30, 2013
scjenkins wrote:Jan 31, 2013What is the wood and stain/finish of the kitchen floors?
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Heydt Designs
It is a pre-finished product by Navarre, the color/finish is 'Montauban'. It's distressed oak. Here's the link: http://www.usfloorsllc.com/products-page/navarre/montauban/ We used the same product throughout the entire house. Hope that helps! LeighaFebruary 4, 2013
elizabethamcpherson wrote:Mar 5, 2013- PRO
Heydt Designs
We purchased the stone from Bay Area Bluestone. It was a bluestone called ‘Lilac’ and we ordered it in the Random Ashler Pattern. It was 1.5" thick and at the time it cost about $8.50 p.s.f. Here is the link from the website: http://www.bayareabluestone.com
The porch flooring was clear cedar 2x4 T&G decking. Proper installation on that is essential, otherwise the boards will warp.
Hope this helps! LeighaMarch 5, 2013
Naidia Raymond wrote:Mar 8, 2013What type of grass?
ccc19jan
Rob Orlando from Natural tech landscaping did the lawn. He is awesome. You can contact him at916-240-4524October 23, 2013
briankathleen wrote:Mar 25, 2013- PRO
Heydt Designs
The roof shingles are CertainTeed Landmark Shingles, in Moire Black. Hope that helps!March 26, 2013
Steven Og wrote:Mar 29, 2013What are the dimensions of the columns and railing system used at the front of the house?
- What are the dimensions of the columns and railing system used at the front of the house?
rpeluso
and what is the material of the railing system? if the system is on line, can you provide the websiteJuly 17, 2013- PRO
Heydt Designs
Sorry, I completely missed these questions. There are no names. They were custom made. For the column bases, I used Turncraft PolyCraftsman products. Everything else is totally custom.October 26, 2013
gochar1 wrote:Apr 4, 2013- PRO
Heydt Designs
But you may be able to purchase them from the interior designer, Benjamin Dhong. Hope that helps!April 9, 2013
recker616 wrote:Apr 6, 2013Square feet?
Blair Jones
Is there a floor plan available online? Id love to know more about the layout.May 1, 2013
wtcenergizer wrote:Apr 15, 2013Rear exterior view of house
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Heydt Designs
There is no photo of the rear facade. The exterior of the house is extremely close to the rear yard property line and almost impossible to photograph. Also, due to the particular nature of the remodel, the exterior design at the rear didn't really change much from the original.April 15, 2013
Belinda Clear wrote:Apr 28, 2013Hi Leigha, I've looked through all prior comments, and am curious to know the door color. Please and thank you
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Heydt Designs
It's just a basic high gloss black- Benjamin Moore's ready mix black to be specific, but should be the same for other makers. Thanks for checking first! Sorry for the delay in reply.May 3, 2013
tkanieff wrote:May 6, 2013Beautiful Home! I would like to know if you could recommend a modular building company ?
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Heydt Designs
I don't personally know of one, but I could ask around. This home is very custom in nature, so I think if you did use a modular builder, you'd still have to have a local craftsman detail out the finishes and once you do that, I'm not sure if you would cut costs. Nevertheless, I'll see if I can get a good recommendation for you. Best! LeighaMay 6, 2013
nanibarba wrote:May 10, 2013Joan Deares wrote:May 21, 2013- PRO
Heydt Designs
Window companies like Marvin, Andersen, and Sierra Pacific (the company we used) make circular windows in standard sizes. The smaller window is 2'-0" in diameter, and the larger one is 2'-8" in diameter. Hope that helps!May 21, 2013
leliehughes wrote:May 31, 2013Kathy Dockins wrote:Jun 2, 2013
空空 wrote:Jun 7, 2013question
dmaugh
Hi, is the shaker and horizontal siding hardie board or wood? looking forward to your response?July 19, 2013
Cynrhia Russell wrote:Jun 15, 2013- PRO
Heydt Designs
Yes. That gravel area in thw photo on the left side is for parking. It's about 15-20' from the porch.July 6, 2013
Bre Kunz wrote:Jul 9, 2013Paint colours?? Thanks
kacie5
It looks like there is a darker color outside on the peak above the front door. Is that a different color paint or just due to the lighting/shadows? Thanks!July 20, 2013- PRO
Heydt Designs
Just shadowing. Sorry, missed these comments until just now...October 26, 2013last modified: October 26, 2013
Kelle Bennett wrote:Jul 13, 2013Front door info
katesearth
The front door is exactly what we are looking for - I went to Sierra Pacific but could not find this specific door, was it a custom design or a stock product? Thank youNovember 2, 2013- PRO
Heydt Designs
Sorry, I see I missed this question before, but just so people know. It was a custom design. Sierra Pacific is good at building custom designs at a relatively low price point. Hope that helps!
July 18, 2016
kacie5 wrote:Jul 20, 2013Are there three external paint colors?
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Heydt Designs
Hello and thank you for the question. I called Benjamin Moore and they said 'Stone' is still available. It probably would have helped if I gave you the formula number! It is 2112-40, from their Preview Collection. Hope this helps! Leigha
January 10, 2018
heatherbrandt wrote:Jul 21, 2013pablina
I think the color is more teal than aqua. It is a fresh and unusual color for a door.
May 4, 2015
Raffael Brugnoni wrote:Aug 23, 2013- PRO
Heydt Designs
Hello. The shingles were Certainteed Landmark Series Triple Laminate, in the color "Moire Black". The color looks lighter in the photo due to the angle of the roof and the lighting at the time of day the photo was taken. Hope that helps!
November 7, 2015
Jennifer Heydt wrote:Sep 17, 2013- PRO
Heydt Designs
Wow- what a coincidence! We don't have too many Heydts out here in CA. (:October 26, 2013
Kath Furt wrote:Oct 24, 2013
Jane Orr
Do you happen to know what color/manufacture the roof shingles are?
My home is painted SW Pavestone with Alabaster trim, aqua blue door and black shutters. I'm having such a difficult time deciding on roof shingle color.May 9, 2018- PRO
Heydt Designs
The asphalt shingles were Certainteed Landmark Pro. I believe the color names have changed, but Max Def Georgetown Gray is very similar, if not exactly what is on this house. This color works well with most house color combinations. Hope this helps!
May 9, 2018
ritazubet wrote:Oct 31, 2013
Lori Kulczycki
why show the house without a floor plan? I'm sure most of us are interested in this beautiful home.January 19, 2014
PROInside Out
It's called intellectual property. They reserve the right to not share that info; otherwise what's to stop anyone from copying the plans.
January 5, 2018
amilie wrote:Nov 10, 2013What are the columns called?
adamsproject wrote:Nov 17, 2013Allie Wood
I love this house. I was wondering if you have any photos of the back or sides of the house?January 8, 2015- PRO
Heydt Designs
Sorry, there are none. It was a remodel and the back looks nothing like the front. Best of luck to you with your project! LeighaJanuary 9, 2015
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vmsmiley wrote:Jan 13, 2014Beautiful design! What stone did you use for the step face and planter
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Heydt Designs
The veneer stone is Castle Rock, in the color 'Chocolate', purchased from Bay Area Bluestone. Hope that helps!January 13, 2014
Sheryl Kurian wrote:Feb 16, 2014- PRO
Heydt Designs
It's 5 bedrooms with 3.5 baths. The lower floor has a small bedroom, the half bath, the family room, living room, dining room and kitchen. The upper floor has the master suite, plus two full baths and three bedrooms. Two of the rooms are very small. Hope that helps!February 17, 2014
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