Klopf Architecture, Arterra Landscape Architects and Henry Calvert of Calvert Ventures Designed and built a new warm, modern, Eichler-inspired, open, indoor-outdoor home on a deeper-than-usual San Mateo Highlands property where an original Eichler house had burned to the ground. The owners wanted multi-generational living and larger spaces than the original home offered, but all parties agreed that the house should respect the neighborhood and blend in stylistically with the other Eichlers. At first the Klopf team considered re-using what little was left of the original home and expanding on it. But after discussions with the owner and builder, all parties agreed that the last few remaining elements of the house were not practical to re-use, so Klopf Architecture designed a new home that pushes the Eichler approach in new directions. One disadvantage of Eichler production homes is that the house designs were not optimized for each specific lot. A new custom home offered the team a chance to start over. In this case, a longer house that opens up sideways to the south fit the lot better than the original square-ish house that used to open to the rear (west). Accordingly, the Klopf team designed an L-shaped “bar” house with a large glass wall with large sliding glass doors that faces sideways instead of to the rear like a typical Eichler. This glass wall opens to a pool and landscaped yard designed by Arterra Landscape Architects. Driving by the house, one might assume at first glance it is an Eichler because of the horizontality, the overhanging flat roof eaves, the dark gray vertical siding, and orange solid panel front door, but the house is designed for the 21st Century and is not meant to be a “Likeler.” You won't see any posts and beams in this home. Instead, the ceiling decking is a western red cedar that covers over all the beams. Like Eichlers, this cedar runs continuously from inside to out, enhancing the indoor / outdoor feeling of the house, but unlike Eichlers it conceals a cavity for lighting, wiring, and insulation. Ceilings are higher, rooms are larger and more open, the master bathroom is light-filled and more generous, with a separate tub and shower and a separate toilet compartment, and there is plenty of storage. The garage even easily fits two of today's vehicles with room to spare. A massive 49-foot by 12-foot wall of glass and the continuity of materials from inside to outside enhance the inside-outside living concept, so the owners and their guests can flow freely from house to pool deck to BBQ to pool and back. During construction in the rough framing stage, Klopf thought the front of the house appeared too tall even though the house had looked right in the design renderings (probably because the house is uphill from the street). So Klopf Architecture paid the framer to change the roofline from how we had designed it to be lower along the front, allowing the home to blend in better with the neighborhood. One project goal was for people driving up the street to pass the home without immediately noticing there is an "imposter" on this lot, and making that change was essential to achieve that goal. This 2,606 square foot, 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom Eichler-inspired new house is located in San Mateo in the heart of the Silicon Valley. Klopf Architecture Project Team: John Klopf, AIA, Klara Kevane Landscape Architect: Arterra Landscape Architects Contractor: Henry Calvert of Calvert Ventures Photography ©2016 Mariko Reed Location: San Mateo, CA Year completed: 2016

96" x 24" x 24" 240 gallons Saltwater Community Fish Acrylic Aquarium Living Reef
Island style living room photo in Los Angeles

Call us for help on your Monorail System: (866) 954-4489 Chopper Fast Jack fixture head features a cylindrical socket on a rigid stem. Head rotates 360 degrees and tilts 270 degrees. Available in 1, 3, 6, 12, or 18 inch stem lenghts. Mounts to a Monorail connector, Monorail 2 Circuit connector, or Fast Jack power canopy, sold separately. Finish available in satin nickel, polished nickel, or bronze. Available accessories include solid back shade (S6), mesh back shade (S7), or louver lens holder (LH16), sold separately. One 75 Watt, 12 Volt, MR16 GU5.3 lamp, not included. ETL listed.

The Kim power reclining chair will attract you at first sight, and you will love it once you try it because it perfectly combines contemporary design with comfortable features. The Kim is a custom made piece of furniture crafted by the world-renowned Spanish manufacturer Famaliving. This recliner can come upholstered in a variety of multi-colored and patterned fabrics. The Kim features a 360 degree swivel motion making it the perfect piece for any setting. Built into the Kim is a powered reclining mechanism that allows you to adjust your seat with a touch of a button. The frame of the Kim is crafted from pine wood and MDF construction making it very durable. All Fama products use a webbing system for suspension and support instead of the old spring design that will sag over time. Attached to the bottom is a circular metal base in a chromed finish that allows the 360 degree rotation and for it to maintain its low profile look. We deliver Nationwide! Visit our showroom at: Famaliving San Diego 401 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92103 Questions? Ready to purchase? Tel. 1-619-900-7674 sandiego@famaliving.com

Pool - pool idea in Houston

The house on this block is living a second life, a classic 100 yr. old Queenslander that was salvaged and relocated to this spectacular setting in Federal, Byron Bay. The landscaping around the house was simple, with plenty of lawn and low plantings to highlight the renovated building and not impede any views from the house. The swimming pool and surrounds were lowered, again to maintain views from within the house and to work with the lay of the land. The positioning of the pool and the classic layout were to compliment the period and orientation of the house and reinforce the outlook. The stone walling between the house and pool helps create a separation ensuring that when you are poolside you feel that you are part of this great view; part of the landscape as opposed to being an extension to the house.

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Large trendy open concept living room photo in Los Angeles with white walls and no tv

This house features an open concept floor plan, with expansive windows that truly capture the 180-degree lake views. The classic design elements, such as white cabinets, neutral paint colors, and natural wood tones, help make this house feel bright and welcoming year round.

Example of a transitional kitchen design in Atlanta

Sensual master suite with textured neutrals and red accents. Comfortable sitting area. Television cabinet at the end of the bed has 360 degree capabilities. The TV is able to be watched from bed, the sectional, and even the bathtub! Textured, shimmering wallpaper on the wall behind the bed and ceiling that enable the room to simply glow. Dramatic lighting finishes the room and graciously illuminates. Photo: Geoffrey Hodgdon

Sensual master suite with textured neutrals and red accents. Comfortable sitting area. Television cabinet at the end of the bed has 360 degree capabilities. The TV is able to be watched from bed, the sectional, and even the bathtub! Textured, shimmering wallpaper on the wall behind the bed and ceiling that enable the room to simply glow. Dramatic lighting finishes the room and graciously illuminates. Bathroom continues the story. Here tile adds to the texture and pattern of the neutral backdrop. Photo: Geoffrey Hodgdon

Modern Style Swivel chair. Swivels 360 degree.
Mid-sized 1960s formal and enclosed carpeted living room photo in Houston with white walls

Client uses his lower level townhouse patio with arbor for an "outdoor room". He asked us to light his arbor which is the central focus of the patio. Rather then "light up" the columns, we chose to down, light the interior of each column. In the center is a table with an elaborate flower display. We place a down, light using a 60 degree beam spread to focus 360 degrees of light onto the arrangement. The client was impressed.

Gorgeous master bath with dramatic retro "wave" tile. Peak Photography
Example of a 1950s bathroom design in Los Angeles

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Inspiration for a country home office remodel in Atlanta

Custom 360-degree freshwater aquarium integrated into a butcher block kitchen island between the kitchen and family room in this Lakewood, NJ residence. The aquarium was designed to remain viewable from all sides while blending naturally into the surrounding cabinetry and architectural layout.

360° views
Example of a large minimalist master bedroom design in New York with white walls

Jessica Crabill
Sunroom - traditional sunroom idea in DC Metro

Example of a beach style exterior home design in DC Metro