Klopf Architecture completely remodeled this once dark Eichler house in Palo Alto creating a more open, bright and functional family home. The reconfigured great room with new full height windows and sliding glass doors blends the indoors with the newly landscaped patio and seating areas outside. The former galley kitchen was relocated and was opened up to have clear sight lines through the great room and out to the patios and yard, including a large island and a beautiful walnut bar countertop with seating. An integrated small front addition was added allowing for a more spacious master bath and hall bath layouts. With the removal of the old brick fireplace, larger sliding glass doors and multiple skylights now flood the home with natural light. The goals were to work within the Eichler style while creating a more open, indoor-outdoor flow and functional spaces, as well as a more efficient building envelope including a well insulated roof, providing solutions that many Eichler homeowners appreciate. The original entryway lacked unique details; the clients desired a more gracious front approach. The historic Eichler color palette was used to create a modern updated front facade. Durable grey porcelain floor tiles unify the entire home, creating a continuous flow. They, along with white walls, provide a backdrop for the unique elements and materials to stand on their own, such as the brightly colored mosaic tiles, the walnut bar and furniture, and stained ceiling boards. A secondary living space was extended out to the patio with the addition of a bench and additional seating. This Single family Eichler 4 bedroom 2 bath remodel is located in the heart of the Silicon Valley. Klopf Architecture Project Team: John Klopf, Klara Kevane, and Ethan Taylor Contractor: Coast to Coast Construction Landscape Contractor: Discelli Structural Engineer: Brian Dotson Consulting Engineer Photography ©2018 Mariko Reed Location: Palo Alto, CA Year completed: 2017

For this project, the husband wanted a pond, while the wife wanted spa. So they got both. In fact, installing this spa entirely in-ground was a particularly inspired choice by the homeowners, because it was done as part of an overall new backyard retreat, which included a new pond and waterfall feature. The pond, and in-ground installation of a portable spa, were still less expensive than a large pool. www.longislandhottub.com

A dramatic stone-vaneered fireplace and pergola, graced with stately white columns on bases which were veneered in stone to match the fireplace, are both beautifully reflected in the still waters of this phase’s second pond. Long Island Hot Tub www.longislandhottub.com

When lounging in spa, users can see both ponds, waterfalls, and fireplace and pavilion. www.longislandhottub.com
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For this project, the husband wanted a pond, while the wife wanted spa. So they got both. In fact, installing this spa entirely in-ground was a particularly inspired choice by the homeowners, because it was done as part of an overall new backyard retreat, which included a new pond and waterfall feature. The pond, and in-ground installation of a portable spa, were still less expensive than a large pool. www.besthottubs.com

Request Free Quote If you live in the Chicagoland area and want to swim year-round, you require an indoor swimming pool. This indoor paradise has all of the amenities that an outdoor swimming pool would have and more. Automatic swimming pool covers on both the pool and hot tub keep moisture down in the room, and laminar flow fountain jets around the perimeter give a measure of visual excitement and elegance. The slide gives kids a fun activity in the winter that they otherwise wouldn't have, along with a diving board to faciliate winter dive practice. Photos by Linda Oyama Bryan

5 years old and still looks like new! Its a really good feeling being welcomed into a home we completed some 5 years ago and the kitchen still looks brand new. The Australian made acrylic(not 2pak) doors have really stood the test of time. Other advantages of acrylic are not only is there a considerable cost saving compared to paint but they are laid up with the same high gloss finish both sides of the panels and minor scratches can be polished out. Other features in this cleverly design sunshine coast home include dishwasher, washing machine and dryer raised off the floor to avoid back breaking bending over. Beautiful timeless granite throughout including the alfresco BBQ area. Huge Kitchen appliance cabinet to hide away spices, coffee machine, toaster and kettle in an instance by pulling down a roller door. My favourite feature is the window splashback behind the underslung sink, it brings so much light in with the northern aspect.