The pool deck and patio step down to a grassy yard with beautiful concrete stepping stones running alongside the pool.
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This master suite has tall, lofty ceiling. It also has an entrance to the unique sleeping porch which is accessed only from the master suite. Photo credit: Randall Perry

Pool bathroom with wall panelling painted in Farrow & Ball "Bancha"
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The upper concrete terrace look out over the mirror surface of an infinity edge lap pool hovering two inches above deck level. © Matthew Millman
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The Parker Vaughan home is a blend of country farm house and contemporary architecture with state of the art energy efficiency and solar power. The home is 3,000 square feet on a little over 5 acres with 3 bedrooms, 2 ½ baths, screen porch and 2 car garage. The master suite features a spectacular spa like bath with roof top deck free standing tub and a fireplace. The home is a custom new home by Sustainable Design Group designed to be completely energy independent, charge the owners 2 electric cars and have no energy bills. It is also designed to provide the most healthful indoor environment for the occupants.

Cute 3,000 sq. ft collage on picturesque Walloon lake in Northern Michigan. Designed with the narrow lot in mind the spaces are nicely proportioned to have a comfortable feel. Windows capture the spectacular view with western exposure.

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The rear yard featuring a large deck and spool.
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When the Owners approached Goggans Architecture about renovation of a 90’s era oceanfront house, it was clear there would be a lot more to the renovation than mere updates and remedying deferred maintenance. One of the most significant issues was how to integrate an outdoor pool given the pool had to be within the building envelope, and the house was already abutting the setback on its ocean side. A second significant challenge was how to provide a roof top deck over a pitched roof house with an attic, that was functional and attractive. Finally, creating better access from the parking area to the kitchen was a priority. Goggans Architecture addressed the placement of a pool by creating a walled courtyard at the front, or landward side, of the house. The pool was placed on one side of the entry walkway, while its composition was balanced by a parterre garden on the other side of the walkway. The roof top deck was resolved by adding a new staircase and passageway through former attic space. By using a motorized roof hatch, the Owners could ascend to the roof deck which perched just below the roof ridge, hidden from view from the street. Relocating an underneath stair from one side of the house to a point that was closer to the kitchen resolved the access issue. These strategic moves created other opportunities, such as expansion of the master bathroom to a portion of the front porch, while allowing an exterior stair from the bath directly to the pool. Other enhancements included placement of a large folding door in the Great room, renovation and expansion of the kitchen and exterior decks, reorganization, and replacement of the fenestration, updating all baths and interior and exterior finishes. The extensive renovation reflects the holistic approach of Goggans Architecture, marrying landscape architecture, architecture, and interiors.