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This farmhouse, with it's original foundation dating back to 1778, had a lot of charm--but with its bad carpeting, dark paint colors, and confusing layout, it was hard to see at first just how welcoming, charming, and cozy it could be.
The first focus of our renovation was creating a master bedroom suite--since there wasn't one, and one was needed for the modern family that was living here day-in and day-out.
To do this, a collection of small rooms (some of them previously without heat or electrical outlets) were combined to create a gorgeous, serene space in the eaves of the oldest part of the house, complete with master bath containing a double vanity, and spacious shower. Even though these rooms are new, it is hard to see that they weren't original to the farmhouse from day one.
In the rest of the house we removed walls that were added in the 1970's that made spaces seem smaller and more choppy, added a second upstairs bathroom for the family's two children, reconfigured the kitchen using existing cabinets to cut costs ( & making sure to keep the old sink with all of its character & charm) and create a more workable layout with dedicated eating area.
Also added was an outdoor living space with a deck sheltered by a pergola--a spot that the family spends tons of time enjoying during the warmer months.
A family room addition had been added to the house by the previous owner in the 80's, so to make this space feel less like it was tacked on, we installed historically accurate new windows to tie it in visually with the original house, and replaced carpeting with hardwood floors to make a more seamless transition from the historic to the new.
To complete the project, we refinished the original hardwoods throughout the rest of the house, and brightened the outlook of the whole home with a fresh, bright, updated color scheme.
Photos by Laura Kicey

Choosing to abandon uniformity in your kitchen can be a great choice if you're looking to opt out of a monochrome aesthetic. Two-toned kitchen cabinets add visual interest and contrast while drawing focus to different features within the space. Designs utilizing two-toned cabinets have become very popular in recent years and it's not a trend that will be fading out any time soon.
Our clients opted for a combination of Earl Grey and Macchiato Classic cabinetry in their two-toned kitchen. The large island with its second faucet, sink, microwave drawer and lower storage is the focal point of the room and a great work surface for food prep and entertaining. A vertical pull out PowerDock was installed into the top of the island for plugging in kitchen tools, phones and laptops. Dolomite Marble subway tile and Brunello quartz countertops brighten up the kitchen and balance out the tone of the cabinets creating a light and airy feel. The addition of contrasting touches such as the Honey Bronze, Flat Black hardware and Champaign Bronze faucets, accessories the room beautifully. The subdued and sophisticated style of this two-toned kitchen is exquisite and shows the various ways that two-tone cabinets can be versatile and appealing.
Some of the other areas that were remodeled in this home included the complete overhaul of the existing stair well, a guest bath and laundry area.
The guest bath has beautiful vanity cabinets in Celest finish, Monochrome Lotus Deco tile and very reflective Midnight Dots in the shower floor and niche. The combination of all three give a striking white, blue and black design that will inspire and show that you can use pattern and texture in small spaces. A twenty four inch wall mounted shower seat can be lifted and secured when in use and tucked away to allow access out of the shower. A pocket door from the guest bathroom provides a second access point to the hallway with the laundry that has also been revamped with the same style and finish of cabinetry.

Gorgeous high end Modern kitchen remodel project offered in two color palettes. The kitchen features an open layout, concealed appliances and washer/dryer, additional china cabinets, and island range exhaust hood. Breakfast bar with two bar stools against the window for a great morning coffee routine.
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AL0128 LEAF LAMPADARIO HANDMADE CURVED CHANDELIER
DESCRIPTION:
This Chandelier is weightless perfection. The mirror glass support has pendant leaves of three different sizes, in handmade curved etched glass, with engravings as well. This stunning piece has over 12 built-in LED lights- in the support. In addition to the other remarkable parts of this piece, there is also a closing frame, to hide the wires included. To finish, this pendant has leaves of 3 different sizes, in hand-made curved etched glass, with engravings. Optional the leaves covered in 24K fine gold.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Collection: Residential
Size: 120" Length x 40" Wide x 145" Height- Adjustable
Shape: Pendant
Frame Finish: Chrome (Different finish options available at no additional cost)
Materials: Glass and Metal
Weight: 85 LBS
Bulbs: Built-in LED in the support (5W GU5.3 12V 2700K each). Closing frame to hide the wires included.
Assembly: Fully Assembled
Dimmer Switch Compatible: Optional
Shipping: Free Door-To-Door Shipping Worldwide
Rush Order: 4-6 Weeks; 15% added to the
Regular Lead Time: 8-12 Weeks
Warranty: 5 Years Full Coverage (includes replacement parts)
SIZE OPTIONS:
Round Shape: Price:
24" x 50" Height (20 Leaves) $3,642.00
36" x 58" Height (25 Leaves) $4,838.00
48" x 65" Height (40 Leaves) $6,884.00
60" x 105" Height (62 Leaves) $9,354.00
80" x 145" Height (70 Leaves) $11,014.00
130" x 150" Height (123 Leaves) $14,092.00
Rectangular Shape: Price:
40" x 15" Wide x 58" Height (26 Leaves) $5,416.00
50" x 20" Wide x 58" Height (30 Leaves) $6,448.00
60" x 20" Wide x 58" Height (44 Leaves) $8,122.00
80" x 30" Wide x 88" Height (65 Leaves) $9,746.00
90" x 30" Wide x 128" Height (70 Leaves) $11,762.00
120" x 40" Wide x 145" Height (125 Leaves) (as shown) $16,310.00
Custom Sizes, Finishes, Colors, Available Upon Request

Choosing to abandon uniformity in your kitchen can be a great choice if you're looking to opt out of a monochrome aesthetic. Two-toned kitchen cabinets add visual interest and contrast while drawing focus to different features within the space. Designs utilizing two-toned cabinets have become very popular in recent years and it's not a trend that will be fading out any time soon.
Our clients opted for a combination of Earl Grey and Macchiato Classic cabinetry in their two-toned kitchen. The large island with its second faucet, sink, microwave drawer and lower storage is the focal point of the room and a great work surface for food prep and entertaining. A vertical pull out PowerDock was installed into the top of the island for plugging in kitchen tools, phones and laptops. Dolomite Marble subway tile and Brunello quartz countertops brighten up the kitchen and balance out the tone of the cabinets creating a light and airy feel. The addition of contrasting touches such as the Honey Bronze, Flat Black hardware and Champaign Bronze faucets, accessories the room beautifully. The subdued and sophisticated style of this two-toned kitchen is exquisite and shows the various ways that two-tone cabinets can be versatile and appealing.
Some of the other areas that were remodeled in this home included the complete overhaul of the existing stair well, a guest bath and laundry area.
The guest bath has beautiful vanity cabinets in Celest finish, Monochrome Lotus Deco tile and very reflective Midnight Dots in the shower floor and niche. The combination of all three give a striking white, blue and black design that will inspire and show that you can use pattern and texture in small spaces. A twenty four inch wall mounted shower seat can be lifted and secured when in use and tucked away to allow access out of the shower. A pocket door from the guest bathroom provides a second access point to the hallway with the laundry that has also been revamped with the same style and finish of cabinetry.

Choosing to abandon uniformity in your kitchen can be a great choice if you're looking to opt out of a monochrome aesthetic. Two-toned kitchen cabinets add visual interest and contrast while drawing focus to different features within the space. Designs utilizing two-toned cabinets have become very popular in recent years and it's not a trend that will be fading out any time soon.
Our clients opted for a combination of Earl Grey and Macchiato Classic cabinetry in their two-toned kitchen. The large island with its second faucet, sink, microwave drawer and lower storage is the focal point of the room and a great work surface for food prep and entertaining. A vertical pull out PowerDock was installed into the top of the island for plugging in kitchen tools, phones and laptops. Dolomite Marble subway tile and Brunello quartz countertops brighten up the kitchen and balance out the tone of the cabinets creating a light and airy feel. The addition of contrasting touches such as the Honey Bronze, Flat Black hardware and Champaign Bronze faucets, accessories the room beautifully. The subdued and sophisticated style of this two-toned kitchen is exquisite and shows the various ways that two-tone cabinets can be versatile and appealing.
Some of the other areas that were remodeled in this home included the complete overhaul of the existing stair well, a guest bath and laundry area.
The guest bath has beautiful vanity cabinets in Celest finish, Monochrome Lotus Deco tile and very reflective Midnight Dots in the shower floor and niche. The combination of all three give a striking white, blue and black design that will inspire and show that you can use pattern and texture in small spaces. A twenty four inch wall mounted shower seat can be lifted and secured when in use and tucked away to allow access out of the shower. A pocket door from the guest bathroom provides a second access point to the hallway with the laundry that has also been revamped with the same style and finish of cabinetry.

This Dartmouth, MA home decided to go maintenance free with new Mastic Vinyl Siding and Harvey Windows.
These Homeowners elevated their home with two different types of siding. The front facing of the home has Mastic Carvedwood 44 Vinyl Siding in the color White. For the rest of the home we installed, Mastic Cedar Discovery Vinyl Siding in the color Victorian Gray, adding curb appeal and value to this Dartmouth home. With realistic wood grain texture and shadow lines, Carvedwood 44 is manufactured to replicate the look and feel of natural cedar clapboard siding. It is also engineered to last and is crack and fade resistant. Cedar Discovery shingles imitate the traditional look of wood without the costly upkeep. It is durable, has a wind rating up to 230 mph, and protects against insect damage. Both Mastic Carvedwood 44 and Cedar Discovery come in a wide variety of colors, shading, and textures to choose from. To help make your decision use the Mastic’s interactive Home Exterior Visualizer. As a Mastic Elite contractor, we are proud to offer our customers professional product warranties in addition to our very own, 10 year workmanship guarantee.
We also installed Harvey Classic Windows. These attractive, energy efficient windows feature easy, finger-tip operation and tilt in for easy cleaning. Harvey Classics come in a variety of colors, grid patterns, and hardware finishes. Manufactured right here in the New England, every window is customized to your specifications.
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Choosing to abandon uniformity in your kitchen can be a great choice if you're looking to opt out of a monochrome aesthetic. Two-toned kitchen cabinets add visual interest and contrast while drawing focus to different features within the space. Designs utilizing two-toned cabinets have become very popular in recent years and it's not a trend that will be fading out any time soon.
Our clients opted for a combination of Earl Grey and Macchiato Classic cabinetry in their two-toned kitchen. The large island with its second faucet, sink, microwave drawer and lower storage is the focal point of the room and a great work surface for food prep and entertaining. A vertical pull out PowerDock was installed into the top of the island for plugging in kitchen tools, phones and laptops. Dolomite Marble subway tile and Brunello quartz countertops brighten up the kitchen and balance out the tone of the cabinets creating a light and airy feel. The addition of contrasting touches such as the Honey Bronze, Flat Black hardware and Champaign Bronze faucets, accessories the room beautifully. The subdued and sophisticated style of this two-toned kitchen is exquisite and shows the various ways that two-tone cabinets can be versatile and appealing.
Some of the other areas that were remodeled in this home included the complete overhaul of the existing stair well, a guest bath and laundry area.
The guest bath has beautiful vanity cabinets in Celest finish, Monochrome Lotus Deco tile and very reflective Midnight Dots in the shower floor and niche. The combination of all three give a striking white, blue and black design that will inspire and show that you can use pattern and texture in small spaces. A twenty four inch wall mounted shower seat can be lifted and secured when in use and tucked away to allow access out of the shower. A pocket door from the guest bathroom provides a second access point to the hallway with the laundry that has also been revamped with the same style and finish of cabinetry.

"We hate this bathroom - nothing works - the shower is so small!" My clients lamented.
What they dreamed of having was a bathroom that had a spa-like feeling, a modern aesthetic, and most importantly, a large shower.
"For two!" they said, laughingly.
Keeping the fixtures in their original locations helped to keep project costs down and relocating the entrance to the bath (from the hallway to the master bedroom) gives the room more privacy and the feeling of seclusion. Handsome porcelain tile from Italy has the look of slate and offers the luxury of natural stone without the burden of high maintenance. The large shower enclosure is the focal point of the room and contains a fold-up seat made of teak, hand-held shower, thermostatic valve and a ceiling-mounted "rain dome" shower head.
A custom, cherry-veneer vanity floats above the floor, creating lightness within the small space while still offering point-of-use storage within a sleek drawer.
The recessed medicine cabinet above has a matching frame.
Additional storage is provided via strategically placed niches throughout the room, a hotel-style shelf above the toilet holds extra towels and the old entrance to the bathroom is now a two-way closet; accessible from either the bathroom or the hallway, this new storage closet provides my clients with flexible storage for large items, as well as toiletry and towel storage from the bathroom side.
Now an object of desire - rather than loathing - my clients' new Master Bath truly is their very own Secret Spa!

Choosing to abandon uniformity in your kitchen can be a great choice if you're looking to opt out of a monochrome aesthetic. Two-toned kitchen cabinets add visual interest and contrast while drawing focus to different features within the space. Designs utilizing two-toned cabinets have become very popular in recent years and it's not a trend that will be fading out any time soon.
Our clients opted for a combination of Earl Grey and Macchiato Classic cabinetry in their two-toned kitchen. The large island with its second faucet, sink, microwave drawer and lower storage is the focal point of the room and a great work surface for food prep and entertaining. A vertical pull out PowerDock was installed into the top of the island for plugging in kitchen tools, phones and laptops. Dolomite Marble subway tile and Brunello quartz countertops brighten up the kitchen and balance out the tone of the cabinets creating a light and airy feel. The addition of contrasting touches such as the Honey Bronze, Flat Black hardware and Champaign Bronze faucets, accessories the room beautifully. The subdued and sophisticated style of this two-toned kitchen is exquisite and shows the various ways that two-tone cabinets can be versatile and appealing.
Some of the other areas that were remodeled in this home included the complete overhaul of the existing stair well, a guest bath and laundry area.
The guest bath has beautiful vanity cabinets in Celest finish, Monochrome Lotus Deco tile and very reflective Midnight Dots in the shower floor and niche. The combination of all three give a striking white, blue and black design that will inspire and show that you can use pattern and texture in small spaces. A twenty four inch wall mounted shower seat can be lifted and secured when in use and tucked away to allow access out of the shower. A pocket door from the guest bathroom provides a second access point to the hallway with the laundry that has also been revamped with the same style and finish of cabinetry.

Sommerhus is a private retreat for two empty-nesters. The clients purchased the previous cabin after falling in love with its location on a private, lakefront peninsula. However, this beautiful site was a challenging site to build on, due to its position sandwiched between the lake and protected wet land. The clients disliked the old cabin because it could only be used in the summer months, due to its lack of both insulation and heat. In addition, it was too small for their needs. They wanted to build a new, larger retreat, but were met with yet another constraint: the new cabin would be limited to the previous cabin’s small footprint. Thus, they decided to approach an architect to design their dream cabin.
As the clients described, “We visited Denmark for a family wedding in 2015, and while biking near Gilleleje, a fishing village on the Baltic Sea, we fell in love with the aesthetic of ‘Sommerhus’: dark exteriors, clean, simple lines, and lots of windows.” We set out to design a cabin that fit this aesthetic while also meeting the site’s constraints.
The clients were committed to keeping all existing trees on their site. In addition, zoning codes required the new retreat to stay within the previous cabin's small footprint. Thus, to maximize the square footage of the cabin without removing trees or expanding the footprint, the new structure had to grow vertically. At the same time, the clients wanted to be good neighbors. To them, this meant that their cabin should disappear into the woods, especially when viewed from the lake. To accomplish both these requests, the architect selected a dark exterior metal façade that would visually retreat into the trees. The metal siding is a modern, low-maintenance, and cost-effective solution, especially when compared to traditional wood siding. Warm wood on the soffits of the large roof overhang contrast with the metal siding. Sommerhus's resulting exterior is just as the clients’ requested: boldly modern yet respectful of the serene surroundings.
The homeowners desired a beach-house-inspired interior, full of light and warmth, in contrast to the dark exterior. As the homeowner explained, “I wanted it to feel like a porch inside.” To achieve this, the living room has two walls of sliding glass doors that connect to the wrap-around porch. This creates a beautiful, indoor-outdoor living space. The crisp and bright kitchen also connects to the porch with the window that opens to an outdoor counter - perfect for passing food and drinks to those lounging on the porch. The kitchen is open to the rest of the first-floor entertaining space, and brings a playful, beach-house feel to the cabin.
After the completion of the project, the homeowners remarked, “Working with Christopher and Eric [of CSA] was a wonderful experience. We absolutely love our home, and each season on the lake is more special than the last.”

AL0128 LEAF LAMPADARIO HANDMADE CURVED CHANDELIER
DESCRIPTION:
This Chandelier is weightless perfection. The mirror glass support has pendant leaves of three different sizes, in handmade curved etched glass, with engravings as well. This stunning piece has over 12 built-in LED lights- in the support. In addition to the other remarkable parts of this piece, there is also a closing frame, to hide the wires included. To finish, this pendant has leaves of 3 different sizes, in hand-made curved etched glass, with engravings. Optional the leaves covered in 24K fine gold.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Collection: Residential
Size: 120" Length x 40" Wide x 145" Height- Adjustable
Shape: Pendant
Frame Finish: Chrome (Different finish options available at no additional cost)
Materials: Glass and Metal
Weight: 85 LBS
Bulbs: Built-in LED in the support (5W GU5.3 12V 2700K each). Closing frame to hide the wires included.
Assembly: Fully Assembled
Dimmer Switch Compatible: Optional
Shipping: Free Door-To-Door Shipping Worldwide
Rush Order: 4-6 Weeks; 15% added to the
Regular Lead Time: 8-12 Weeks
Warranty: 5 Years Full Coverage (includes replacement parts)
SIZE OPTIONS:
Round Shape: Price:
24" x 50" Height (20 Leaves) $3,642.00
36" x 58" Height (25 Leaves) $4,838.00
48" x 65" Height (40 Leaves) $6,884.00
60" x 105" Height (62 Leaves) $9,354.00
80" x 145" Height (70 Leaves) $11,014.00
130" x 150" Height (123 Leaves) $14,092.00
Rectangular Shape: Price:
40" x 15" Wide x 58" Height (26 Leaves) $5,416.00
50" x 20" Wide x 58" Height (30 Leaves) $6,448.00
60" x 20" Wide x 58" Height (44 Leaves) $8,122.00
80" x 30" Wide x 88" Height (65 Leaves) $9,746.00
90" x 30" Wide x 128" Height (70 Leaves) $11,762.00
120" x 40" Wide x 145" Height (125 Leaves) (as shown) $16,310.00
Custom Sizes, Finishes, Colors, Available Upon Request

AL0128 LEAF LAMPADARIO HANDMADE CURVED CHANDELIER
DESCRIPTION:
This Chandelier is weightless perfection. The mirror glass support has pendant leaves of three different sizes, in handmade curved etched glass, with engravings as well. This stunning piece has over 12 built-in LED lights- in the support. In addition to the other remarkable parts of this piece, there is also a closing frame, to hide the wires included. To finish, this pendant has leaves of 3 different sizes, in hand-made curved etched glass, with engravings. Optional the leaves covered in 24K fine gold.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Collection: Residential
Size: 120" Length x 40" Wide x 145" Height- Adjustable
Shape: Pendant
Frame Finish: Chrome (Different finish options available at no additional cost)
Materials: Glass and Metal
Weight: 85 LBS
Bulbs: Built-in LED in the support (5W GU5.3 12V 2700K each). Closing frame to hide the wires included.
Assembly: Fully Assembled
Dimmer Switch Compatible: Optional
Shipping: Free Door-To-Door Shipping Worldwide
Rush Order: 4-6 Weeks; 15% added to the
Regular Lead Time: 8-12 Weeks
Warranty: 5 Years Full Coverage (includes replacement parts)
SIZE OPTIONS:
Round Shape: Price:
24" x 50" Height (20 Leaves) $3,642.00
36" x 58" Height (25 Leaves) $4,838.00
48" x 65" Height (40 Leaves) $6,884.00
60" x 105" Height (62 Leaves) $9,354.00
80" x 145" Height (70 Leaves) $11,014.00
130" x 150" Height (123 Leaves) $14,092.00
Rectangular Shape: Price:
40" x 15" Wide x 58" Height (26 Leaves) $5,416.00
50" x 20" Wide x 58" Height (30 Leaves) $6,448.00
60" x 20" Wide x 58" Height (44 Leaves) $8,122.00
80" x 30" Wide x 88" Height (65 Leaves) $9,746.00
90" x 30" Wide x 128" Height (70 Leaves) $11,762.00
120" x 40" Wide x 145" Height (125 Leaves) (as shown) $16,310.00
Custom Sizes, Finishes, Colors, Available Upon Request

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AL0128 LEAF LAMPADARIO HANDMADE CURVED CHANDELIER
DESCRIPTION:
This Chandelier is weightless perfection. The mirror glass support has pendant leaves of three different sizes, in handmade curved etched glass, with engravings as well. This stunning piece has over 12 built-in LED lights- in the support. In addition to the other remarkable parts of this piece, there is also a closing frame, to hide the wires included. To finish, this pendant has leaves of 3 different sizes, in hand-made curved etched glass, with engravings. Optional the leaves covered in 24K fine gold.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Collection: Residential
Size: 120" Length x 40" Wide x 145" Height- Adjustable
Shape: Pendant
Frame Finish: Chrome (Different finish options available at no additional cost)
Materials: Glass and Metal
Weight: 85 LBS
Bulbs: Built-in LED in the support (5W GU5.3 12V 2700K each). Closing frame to hide the wires included.
Assembly: Fully Assembled
Dimmer Switch Compatible: Optional
Shipping: Free Door-To-Door Shipping Worldwide
Rush Order: 4-6 Weeks; 15% added to the
Regular Lead Time: 8-12 Weeks
Warranty: 5 Years Full Coverage (includes replacement parts)
SIZE OPTIONS:
Round Shape: Price:
24" x 50" Height (20 Leaves) $3,642.00
36" x 58" Height (25 Leaves) $4,838.00
48" x 65" Height (40 Leaves) $6,884.00
60" x 105" Height (62 Leaves) $9,354.00
80" x 145" Height (70 Leaves) $11,014.00
130" x 150" Height (123 Leaves) $14,092.00
Rectangular Shape: Price:
40" x 15" Wide x 58" Height (26 Leaves) $5,416.00
50" x 20" Wide x 58" Height (30 Leaves) $6,448.00
60" x 20" Wide x 58" Height (44 Leaves) $8,122.00
80" x 30" Wide x 88" Height (65 Leaves) $9,746.00
90" x 30" Wide x 128" Height (70 Leaves) $11,762.00
120" x 40" Wide x 145" Height (125 Leaves) (as shown) $16,310.00
Custom Sizes, Finishes, Colors, Available Upon Request

Photography by: Caryn B. Davis
This project included a two-story addition with a kitchen/dining area on the first floor and bedroom/bathroom on the second floor. The house is located on a gently sloping site surrounded by woods and meadows. The kitchen features grey lower cabinetry and white upper cabinetry with a subtle, rounded board and batten backsplash. The dining area features a large picture window flanked by double hungs that look out over the meadow. The upstairs bathroom shares a tub/shower with another bathroom in Jack-n-Jill fashion. Phase II will include first and second floor renovations and an expansive rear deck and stone terrace.
John R. Schroeder, AIA is a professional design firm specializing in architecture, interiors, and planning. We have over 30 years experience with projects of all types, sizes, and levels of complexity. Because we love what we do, we approach our work with enthusiasm and dedication. We are committed to the highest level of design and service on each and every project. We engage our clients in positive and rewarding collaborations. We strive to exceed expectations through our attention to detail, our understanding of the “big picture”, and our ability to effectively manage a team of design professionals, industry representatives, and building contractors. We carefully analyze budgets and project objectives to assist clients with wise fund allocation.
We continually monitor and research advances in technology, materials, and construction methods, both sustainable and otherwise, to provide a responsible, well-suited, and cost effective product. Our design solutions are highly functional using both innovative and traditional approaches. Our aesthetic style is flexible and open, blending cues from client desires, building function, site context, and material properties, making each project unique, personalized, and enduring.

Located in rural western Sonoma County, this artist studio and garage are placed adjacent to a modest late 19th century farmhouse. The design envisioned a simple space, which would integrate with and embrace the landscape, while capturing the vocabulary of farm structures.
Both buildings consist of a pre-manufactured Quonset hut ribbed roof, raised on a six foot board-formed concrete stem wall. The two buildings have end walls with 10 foot by 12 foot openings, a glass garage door and three folding patio doors surrounded by cement panel walls. Quonset ribs are a self-supporting structure of galvanized metal. It was initially assumed that such a roof structure would save costs, but that ultimately was not true due to the modifications necessary to make it completely watertight, rural fire zone requirements and energy efficiency measures. The concrete stem walls are exposed board form and the garage features an imbedded stone wall sculpture from Borobudur, Indonesia.
The garage building is oversized to allow for a future glass studio or workshop at the rear. A fiberglass skylight is integrated into the ribs and provides additional daylight. The second building, which functions as an art studio, has insulated walls and ceilings with double glazed windows and doors. The vaulted roof and its insulation is sheathed with ash plywood with integrated LED lighting at the perimeter. To maintain the light throughout the studio structure, translucent plastic panels were utilized above the concrete for the areas enclosing the toilet and shower space and the service sink areas. The sliding bar wood and metal barn door were reused from the farmhouse.
Sustainability was considered from the design, selection of materials, energy conservation and ongoing construction waste recycling. The design began with a simple form, allowing for cross ventilation and daylighting. A minimal palette of materials were selected while maximizing their use. Materials were chosen for their multi-use characteristics, to be used as structure and well as finish, where possible, such as the concrete walls, manufactured Quonset hut roofing system and cement panels. The ribs of the vaulted roof system sit atop 10” concrete stem which adds to the thermal mass of the building. The garage building is unconditioned allowing for a single layer of materials. The artist studio is well insulated, double glazed with low-e glass; a hydronic radiant heat system supplied by a 99.8 efficient on-demand water heater is powered by photovoltaic panels.

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Talk about stunning bachelor pad! This Yaletown open concept suite was purchased and renovated with wow factor. No detail was overlooked.
The kitchen was standard gloss cabinets found in most developments over the last 5-10 years. The new owner wanted something different and custom. We decided to cool down the colours and install dark and natural woods to make the loft beams pop.
The totally re-vamped kitchen features matte flat panelled grey cabinetry with a contrasting raw oak island and panelled integrated fridge with matching panty. The appliances are all condo sized energy efficient European models featuring a 30” fridge, 4 burner gas stove and a panelled dishwasher drawer. This kitchen’s long island offers plenty of storage and can seat many at the counter for entertaining despite it’s only 750 sq ft total size. We installed a Grohe Blu sparkling faucet to ensure sparkling water is always on tap and ready when entertaining. This was a nice splurge that any guest or home owner will appreciate for years to come.
The kitchen was re-configured to wrap existing pot lights into kitchen valences in order to keep electrical costs down. This special feature is ingenious as it illuminates all the new millwork without additional electrical work. Under counter valence lighting was also installed on a dimmer, so lighting can be controlled.
The living room matches the kitchen, it features a large TV and custom chunky floating millwork which ties in the large character beams throughout the unit. Peekaboo views of the concrete walls can be seen which add to the dimension of the wood floating shelf.
This is a home anyone would be happy to spend a few hours in, the only worry is guest come and they will not want to leave!

Encompassing a range of baluster rails, newel posts and complementary decorative accessories, Outwater's new, maintenance free Cast Stone Balustrade System is manufactured utilizing a unique process that combines a mixture of resins with crushed limestone and impregnated fade resistant textured colors to create balustrades that look and feel just like authentic limestone balusters at less than half of their cost and weight.
Intended for indoor or outdoor applications, which can be assembled by laypeople using traditional carpentry tools without the need for masonry, Outwater's Cast Stone Balustrade System meets the 4-inch sphere code when properly set up, and can be placed on sized dimensional lumber without the need for steel supports.
Moreover, unlike lesser quality balustrade systems, which use regular screws to attach their components, also taking into account that the screws' imminent corrosion renders them as an unsafe means by which to attach baluster rails, Outwater's Cast Stone Balustrade System employs a unique incorporated pipe system, connector pins and spacers to increase the Balustrade System's stability while allowing for a more secure and professional installation with barely perceptible seams.
Offered in 34-in. and 48-in. overall heights with a nominal 7-in rail width, baluster rails are sold by the foot up to 16-ft. long to accommodate most any installation.
100% mold resistant, non-porous and unaffected by the harshest elements, Outwater's Cast Stone Balustrade System does not require priming, painting or even occasional touch ups, further enhancing its appeal.
Product Features:
• Create balustrades that look and feel just like authentic stone balusters at less than half of their cost and weight
• Intended for indoor or outdoor use
• Can be installed by laypeople using traditional carpentry tools without the need for masonry
• Meets the 4-inch sphere code when properly set up, and can be placed on sized dimensional lumber without the need for steel supports
• Employs a unique incorporated pipe system, connector pins and spacers to increase stability while allowing for a more secure and professional installation
• Offered in 34-in. and 48-in. overall heights with a nominal 7-in rail width, baluster rails are sold by the foot up to 16-ft. long
• 100% mold resistant, non-porous and unaffected by the harshest elements. Does not require priming, painting or even occasional touch ups
Contact:
Architectural Products by Outwater
Sales & Product Information (USA & Canada):
1-800-631-8375 / 1-201-498-8750
Fax (USA & Canada): 1-800-888-3315 / 1-201-498-8751
Sales & Product Information (Outside of the USA & Canada):
1-201-498-8750
Fax (Outside of the USA & Canada): 1-201-498-8751
Email: info@outwaterplastics.com
Web: www.outwater.com
Visit us!
East Coast:
24 River Road
Bogota, NJ 07603
1-201-498-8750
West Coast:
4720 West Van Buren
Phoenix, AZ 85043
1-602-447-0936
About Architectural Products by Outwater:
It really is easy to shop with us!
Relied upon by more than 1,000,000 builders, renovators, architects designers, woodworkers, cabinet and furniture manufacturers, OEM's and retail consumers since 1972, Architectural Products by Outwater is an international manufacturer and distributor of more than 65,000 innovative and traditional Decorative Building Products that you possibly never knew existed or for which you simply could not find a reliable source. This is where Outwater truly shines!
“Now you can design, buy, build and dream like the Pros…”
Outwater’s products are, to say the least, very competitively priced and include interior and exterior architectural mouldings and millwork; columns and capitals; LED lighting and lighting accessories; balustrading; faux stone panels; faux wood beams; genuine stone tiles; decorative wood carvings; wrought iron components; stamped steel and polymer ceiling panels and backsplashes; wainscoting; wall coverings; fireplace surrounds and mantels; plastic "glass" block; period and contemporary hardware; home organization systems; kitchen and bath accessories; kitchen and bath cabinetry; bath vanities; furniture & cabinet components; knobs & pulls; casters; laminates; brass tubing & fittings; surfacing materials… and so much more!
In addition, with warehouse and distribution facilities in New Jersey and Arizona totaling over 300,000 square feet, Outwater facilitates purchases with reduced lead times and shipping costs, enabling us to fulfill and ship over 98% of our orders from stock within one to two business days!
At a time when many companies appear to have rapidly transitioned away from personalized customer service, having replaced their knowledgeable and immensely valuable human sales representatives with inanimate online marketing channels, which can be helpful to you if you were to know exactly what you might need and were not to encounter difficulties in placing your order, here at Outwater, we still believe that human interaction with a live, well versed, non-commissioned sales representative will undoubtedly better serve your needs in the long run. Even though you can always shop with us at www.outwater.com, you can also always deal directly with our extremely well versed and friendly sales and customer service representatives for their unparalleled support and assistance, most of whom have worked at Outwater for more than 15 years.
Whether you have been one of our loyal customers over the years or this is your first time in doing business with us, we would like to thank you for your expressed interest in our company and the products that we carry.
Please feel free to contact us with any questions at 1-800-631-8375 or visit us online at www.outwater.com
We look forward to serving you in the near future.
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