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Kitchen - mid-sized transitional single-wall dark wood floor kitchen idea in San Francisco with an undermount sink, an island, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Lincoln Farmhouse LEED-H Platinum, Net-Positive Energy OVERVIEW. This LEED Platinum certified modern farmhouse ties into the cultural landscape of Lincoln, Massachusetts - a town known for its rich history, farming traditions, conservation efforts, and visionary architecture. The goal was to design and build a new single family home on 1.8 acres that respects the neighborhood’s agrarian roots, produces more energy than it consumes, and provides the family with flexible spaces to live-play-work-entertain. The resulting 2,800 SF home is proof that families do not need to compromise on style, space or comfort in a highly energy-efficient and healthy home. CONNECTION TO NATURE. The attached garage is ubiquitous in new construction in New England’s cold climate. This home’s barn-inspired garage is intentionally detached from the main dwelling. A covered walkway connects the two structures, creating an intentional connection with the outdoors between auto and home. FUNCTIONAL FLEXIBILITY. With a modest footprint, each space must serve a specific use, but also be flexible for atypical scenarios. The Mudroom serves everyday use for the couple and their children, but is also easy to tidy up to receive guests, eliminating the need for two entries found in most homes. A workspace is conveniently located off the mudroom; it looks out on to the back yard to supervise the children and can be closed off with a sliding door when not in use. The Away Room opens up to the Living Room for everyday use; it can be closed off with its oversized pocket door for secondary use as a guest bedroom with en suite bath. NET POSITIVE ENERGY. The all-electric home consumes 70% less energy than a code-built house, and with measured energy data produces 48% more energy annually than it consumes, making it a 'net positive' home. Thick walls and roofs lack thermal bridging, windows are high performance, triple-glazed, and a continuous air barrier yields minimal leakage (0.27ACH50) making the home among the tightest in the US. Systems include an air source heat pump, an energy recovery ventilator, and a 13.1kW photovoltaic system to offset consumption and support future electric cars. ACTUAL PERFORMANCE. -6.3 kBtu/sf/yr Energy Use Intensity (Actual monitored project data reported for the firm’s 2016 AIA 2030 Commitment. Average single family home is 52.0 kBtu/sf/yr.) o 10,900 kwh total consumption (8.5 kbtu/ft2 EUI) o 16,200 kwh total production o 5,300 kwh net surplus, equivalent to 15,000-25,000 electric car miles per year. 48% net positive. WATER EFFICIENCY. Plumbing fixtures and water closets consume a mere 60% of the federal standard, while high efficiency appliances such as the dishwasher and clothes washer also reduce consumption rates. FOOD PRODUCTION. After clearing all invasive species, apple, pear, peach and cherry trees were planted. Future plans include blueberry, raspberry and strawberry bushes, along with raised beds for vegetable gardening. The house also offers a below ground root cellar, built outside the home's thermal envelope, to gain the passive benefit of long term energy-free food storage. RESILIENCY. The home's ability to weather unforeseen challenges is predictable - it will fare well. The super-insulated envelope means during a winter storm with power outage, heat loss will be slow - taking days to drop to 60 degrees even with no heat source. During normal conditions, reduced energy consumption plus energy production means shelter from the burden of utility costs. Surplus production can power electric cars & appliances. The home exceeds snow & wind structural requirements, plus far surpasses standard construction for long term durability planning. ARCHITECT: ZeroEnergy Design http://zeroenergy.com/lincoln-farmhouse CONTRACTOR: Thoughtforms http://thoughtforms-corp.com/ PHOTOGRAPHER: Chuck Choi http://www.chuckchoi.com/

These canopy solar solutions come at a premium, but provide the added value of shade, extended outdoor living space or storage. Additonally they are will be a signature piece of your landscape. Everything is made in the USA!! 30% Federal Income Tax Credit Applies.

Small elegant gray one-story mixed siding gable roof photo in Charleston

This renovated brick rowhome in Boston’s South End offers a modern aesthetic within a historic structure, creative use of space, exceptional thermal comfort, a reduced carbon footprint, and a passive stream of income. DESIGN PRIORITIES. The goals for the project were clear - design the primary unit to accommodate the family’s modern lifestyle, rework the layout to create a desirable rental unit, improve thermal comfort and introduce a modern aesthetic. We designed the street-level entry as a shared entrance for both the primary and rental unit. The family uses it as their everyday entrance - we planned for bike storage and an open mudroom with bench and shoe storage to facilitate the change from shoes to slippers or bare feet as they enter their home. On the main level, we expanded the kitchen into the dining room to create an eat-in space with generous counter space and storage, as well as a comfortable connection to the living space. The second floor serves as master suite for the couple - a bedroom with a walk-in-closet and ensuite bathroom, and an adjacent study, with refinished original pumpkin pine floors. The upper floor, aside from a guest bedroom, is the child's domain with interconnected spaces for sleeping, work and play. In the play space, which can be separated from the work space with new translucent sliding doors, we incorporated recreational features inspired by adventurous and competitive television shows, at their son’s request. MODERN MEETS TRADITIONAL. We left the historic front facade of the building largely unchanged - the security bars were removed from the windows and the single pane windows were replaced with higher performing historic replicas. We designed the interior and rear facade with a vision of warm modernism, weaving in the notable period features. Each element was either restored or reinterpreted to blend with the modern aesthetic. The detailed ceiling in the living space, for example, has a new matte monochromatic finish, and the wood stairs are covered in a dark grey floor paint, whereas the mahogany doors were simply refinished. New wide plank wood flooring with a neutral finish, floor-to-ceiling casework, and bold splashes of color in wall paint and tile, and oversized high-performance windows (on the rear facade) round out the modern aesthetic. RENTAL INCOME. The existing rowhome was zoned for a 2-family dwelling but included an undesirable, single-floor studio apartment at the garden level with low ceiling heights and questionable emergency egress. In order to increase the quality and quantity of space in the rental unit, we reimagined it as a two-floor, 1 or 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment with a modern aesthetic, increased ceiling height on the lowest level and provided an in-unit washer/dryer. The apartment was listed with Jackie O'Connor Real Estate and rented immediately, providing the owners with a source of passive income. ENCLOSURE WITH BENEFITS. The homeowners sought a minimal carbon footprint, enabled by their urban location and lifestyle decisions, paired with the benefits of a high-performance home. The extent of the renovation allowed us to implement a deep energy retrofit (DER) to address air tightness, insulation, and high-performance windows. The historic front facade is insulated from the interior, while the rear facade is insulated on the exterior. Together with these building enclosure improvements, we designed an HVAC system comprised of continuous fresh air ventilation, and an efficient, all-electric heating and cooling system to decouple the house from natural gas. This strategy provides optimal thermal comfort and indoor air quality, improved acoustic isolation from street noise and neighbors, as well as a further reduced carbon footprint. We also took measures to prepare the roof for future solar panels, for when the South End neighborhood’s aging electrical infrastructure is upgraded to allow them. URBAN LIVING. The desirable neighborhood location allows the both the homeowners and tenant to walk, bike, and use public transportation to access the city, while each charging their respective plug-in electric cars behind the building to travel greater distances. OVERALL. The understated rowhouse is now ready for another century of urban living, offering the owners comfort and convenience as they live life as an expression of their values. Eric Roth Photo

We used: Custom cherry cabinetry in Arts & Crafts Shaker style by Kabinart in Boulder and Espresso stains. Liberty Hardware Venetian bronze 1-1/2" cabinet knobs. KitchenAid Architect II Series 22 CF counter-depth French door refrigerator. KitchenAid Architect Series II 27" convection single wall oven. KitchenAid 36" 6-burner dual fuel freestanding commercial-style range. KitchenAid Architect II Series 24" dishwasher. Sharp Insight Pro Series 24" built-in microwave drawer (Model #KB6524PS). Crystorama Solaris 12" wide pendant lights in English bronze. Granite countertops in Brown Fantasy. 3"x6" polished marble backsplash. Paint colors: Walls: Glidden Silver Cloud 30YY 63/024 Ceilings/Trims/Doors: Glidden Swan White GLC23 Robert B. Narod Photography

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

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When opened, vertical blinds can be stacked tightly to the side allowing you to take full advantage of your view. When closed, they effectively block incoming light so you can have a more comfortable rest period with a higher level of privacy. Vertical blinds are custom fit to accommodate any window size. Choose from decorative fabrics in a variety of textures and weaves to add height and dimension to a room making it appear more spacious.

This previously unused attic space is now a sauna/yoga room. The left sauna wall follows the attic rafters down diagonally to allow a wider space for leg room on the twin sauna benches.

Kurtis Miller Photography, kmpics.com Rustic exterior of charming farmhouse cottage. iron railing, gray on gray. Ship lap log. Dry stacked stone entry way with red front door. Corner stair way entry.

Garage Conversion (ADU) We actually specialize at garage conversion projects, We handle all the stages involves- plans/permits, design and construction. Adding ADU raise your house value, your allowed to add up to 1200sf of living space which will produce you a great second income and will cover your project expenses. Please feel free to take a look at our photos gallery of some of our work. We offer competitive prices with the best quality, free 3D design -to help you be sure on what you like and around the clock customer care by our project managers. We will help you choose the best design that will fit exactly to your needs, take you to our show-rooms with some of the best materials inventory you can find today. (Low, middle and high end ) This project located at Mountain View, custom modern design, high ceilings, flat-panel custom kitchen cabinets, walking shower, laminate flooring, LED lights, custom windows..

Garage Conversion (ADU) We actually specialize at garage conversion projects, We handle all the stages involves- plans/permits, design and construction. Adding ADU raise your house value, your allowed to add up to 1200sf of living space which will produce you a great second income and will cover your project expenses. Please feel free to take a look at our photos gallery of some of our work. We offer competitive prices with the best quality, free 3D design -to help you be sure on what you like and around the clock customer care by our project managers. We will help you choose the best design that will fit exactly to your needs, take you to our show-rooms with some of the best materials inventory you can find today. (Low, middle and high end ) This project located at Mountain View, custom modern design, high ceilings, flat-panel custom kitchen cabinets, walking shower, laminate flooring, LED lights, custom windows..

Garage Conversion (ADU) We actually specialize at garage conversion projects, We handle all the stages involves- plans/permits, design and construction. Adding ADU raise your house value, your allowed to add up to 1200sf of living space which will produce you a great second income and will cover your project expenses. Please feel free to take a look at our photos gallery of some of our work. We offer competitive prices with the best quality, free 3D design -to help you be sure on what you like and around the clock customer care by our project managers. We will help you choose the best design that will fit exactly to your needs, take you to our show-rooms with some of the best materials inventory you can find today. (Low, middle and high end ) This project located at Mountain View, custom modern design, high ceilings, flat-panel custom kitchen cabinets, walking shower, laminate flooring, LED lights, custom windows..

Our client purchased this lovely house for use as a vacation rental and wanted a hotel feel with a neutral, relaxing beach vibe. We worked with a tight budget to furnish and style this five bedroom home within a six week timeframe so they could get the property working as an income source right off the bat. It rented right away and we are thrilled our client loves the space. Photo cred Shannon Bailey - Lil Bird Photography Rent this home via SeaBreeze Vacation Rentals

Ciro Coelho Photography
Contemporary beige one-story exterior home idea in Santa Barbara with a metal roof

Guestroom with Built-in Bunk Beds
Inspiration for a coastal guest light wood floor home design remodel in Houston with blue walls

Garage Conversion (ADU) We actually specialize at garage conversion projects, We handle all the stages involves- plans/permits, design and construction. Adding ADU raise your house value, your allowed to add up to 1200sf of living space which will produce you a great second income and will cover your project expenses. Please feel free to take a look at our photos gallery of some of our work. We offer competitive prices with the best quality, free 3D design -to help you be sure on what you like and around the clock customer care by our project managers. We will help you choose the best design that will fit exactly to your needs, take you to our show-rooms with some of the best materials inventory you can find today. (Low, middle and high end ) This project located at Mountain View, custom modern design, high ceilings, flat-panel custom kitchen cabinets, walking shower, laminate flooring, LED lights, custom windows..