This entry structure in a Craftsman style blends perfectly with the architecture of the home while welcoming guests to enter the property in a relaxing shaded space. Rustic materials of natural stone cladding, stained cedar wood and classic gate elements tie everything together.

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A double vanity in warm wood with round mirrors against dark tile. Residential design by Strand Design, Minneapolis.
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Project Overview: This project in the Texas Hill Country was designed by Majestic Peaks Custom Homes LLC, and built by Next Gen Restorations of Austin, TX. It is clad with our Pika-Pika select grade shiplap prefinished with alkyd/oil hybrid together with custom-fabricated copper accent wall panels. Photos courtesy of Lindal Cedar Homes. Product: Pika-Pika 1×6 select grade shiplap Prefinish: Black Application: Residential – Exterior SF: 2650SF Designer: Majestic Peaks Custom Homes LLC Builder: Jeff Derebery at Next Gen Restorations Date: June 2017 Location: Johnson City, TX

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This homeowner wanted to update the look of the property, save energy and have no maintenance. Problem solved, with insulated vinyl siding by cedar ridge in Aspen white combined with black shutters. The fascia and eaves were also updated. We installed vinyl clad aluminum over the fascia and vinyl soffit for the eaves to encapsulate them from the elements. Now this homeowner will save thousands in energy, painting, and maintenance cost. Plus with a lifetime warranty comes peace of mind. Jeremy Sharrock

A breakfast table with red chairs beside a built-in counter and wood door. Residential design by Strand Design, Minneapolis.
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Project Overview: This modest yet fabulous three-story new build is a composite modern and traditional design by residential architect Willie Dean, featuring a professional music studio buildout at grade, living area on the first floor, and bedrooms upstairs. It was built by Bachelor General Contractor and is clad with an opulent volume of Suyaki highlighted with stk grade western red cedar. Product: Suyaki 1×6 select grade shiplap Prefinish: Black Application: Residential – Exterior SF: 2800SF Designer: Ground Up Design Works Builder: Bachelor General Contractor Date: January 2018 Location: Portland, OR

Open concept dining room. See through fireplace clad in shiplap. Marble dining table with Restoration Hardware linear chandelier. Black front door. Photo credit to Clarity NW

This modest yet fabulous three-story new build is a composite modern and traditional design by residential architect Willie Dean, featuring a professional music studio buildout at grade, living area on the first floor, and bedrooms upstairs. It was built by Bachelor General Contractor and is clad with an opulent volume of Suyaki highlighted with stk grade western red cedar. Product: Suyaki 1×6 select grade shiplap Prefinish: Ebony Application: Residential – Exterior SF: 2800SF Designer: Ground Up Design Works Builder: Bachelor General Contractor Date: January 2018 Location: Portland, OR

A long white counter beneath a ribbon of windows filled with fall color. Residential design by Strand Design, Minneapolis.
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This lovely, contemporary lakeside home underwent a major renovation that also involved a two-story addition. Every room’s design takes full advantage of the stunning lake view. First floor changes include all new flooring from Urban Floor, foyer update, expanded great room, patio with fireplace and hot tub, office area, laundry room, and a main bedroom and bath. Second-floor changes include all new flooring from Urban Floor, a workout room with sauna, lounge, and a balcony with an iron spiral staircase descending to the first-floor patio. The exterior transformation includes stained cedar siding offset with natural stone cladding, a metal roof, and a wrought iron entry door my Monarch.

A covered porch with built-in seating and outdoor chairs looking into the woods. Residential design by Strand Design, Minneapolis.
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Cedar cladding on the facade reflects the warmth of the surrounding redwood and oak trees.

Project Overview: This project in the Texas Hill Country was designed by Majestic Peaks Custom Homes LLC, and built by Next Gen Restorations of Austin, TX. It is clad with our Pika-Pika select grade shiplap prefinished with alkyd/oil hybrid together with custom-fabricated copper accent wall panels. Photos courtesy of Lindal Cedar Homes. Product: Pika-Pika 1×6 select grade shiplap Prefinish: Black Application: Residential – Exterior SF: 2650SF Designer: Majestic Peaks Custom Homes LLC Builder: Jeff Derebery at Next Gen Restorations Date: June 2017 Location: Johnson City, TX

A dark two-story volume with a lit glass corner at blue hour. Residential design by Strand Design, Minneapolis.
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The original design of this late Mid-century Modern house featured a horrifically ugly entry which the owners needed our help to fix. In addition, they wanted to add a master suite, create a home theatre, and remodel the family room. Although they originally considered adding a second floor, our final design resulted in an extension of the house which accentuated its existing linear quality. Our solution to the entry problem included cutting back part of the vaulted roof to allow more light in and adding a cantilevered canopy instead. A new entry bridge crosses a koi pond, and new clerestory windows, stone planters and cedar trim complete the makeover of the previously bland plywood-clad box. The new master suite features 12 foot ceilings, clerestory windows, 8 foot high French doors and a fireplace. The exterior of the addition employs the same pallet of materials as the new façade but with a carefully composed composition of form and proportion. The new family room features the same stone cladding as we used on the exterior. Photo by Christopher Stark Photography.