The addition was conceived as a compliment to the existing structure. Fitting in with the neighborhood aesthetic was a high priority.
Mid-sized eclectic blue two-story wood gable roof idea

The screen porch was conceived as a tiny cabin, essential for a Minnesotan summer. Photo Credit: Paul Crosby
Mid-sized minimalist screened-in back porch idea in Minneapolis

A custom made dining table with metal wrapped table top was conceived by Robinson Interiors of Canton, Ga crafted by a local cabinet maker. Pavers allow for drainage. By Designer

GUT-2: Den area, custom 2 sided, corner fireplace with fully integrated & interlocking floating millwork cabinet surround. FP floating limestone ledge (w steel frame) w/ accent lighting beneath ledge and a floating desk. This piece was commissioned and is uniquely conceived / designed for this space and client by GVD. Custom white leather chaise lounge and abstract ethereal featured rug.

Located in, Summit Park, Park City UT lies one of the most efficient houses in the country. The Summit Haus – designed and built by Chris Price of PCD+B, is an exploration in design and construction of advanced high performance housing. Seeing a rising demand for sustainable housing along with rising Carbon emissions leading to global warming, this house strives to show that sensible, good design can create spaces adequate for today’s housing demands while adhering to strict standards. The house was designed to meet the very rigid Passiv House rating system – 90% more efficient than a typical home in the area. The house itself was intended to nestle neatly into the 45 degree sloped site and to take full advantage of the limited solar access and views. The views range from short, highly wooded views to a long corridor out towards the Uinta Mountain range towards the east. The house was designed and built based off Passiv Haus standards, and the framing and ventilation became critical elements to maintain such minimal energy requirements. Zola triple-pane, tilt-and-turn Thermo uPVC windows contribute substantially to the home’s energy efficiency, and takes advantage of the beautiful surrounding of the location, including forrest views from the deck off of the kitchen. Photographer: Douglas Burke

This project reimagines an under-used back yard in Portland, Oregon, creating an urban garden with an adjacent writer’s studio. Taking inspiration from Japanese precedents, we conceived of a paving scheme with planters, a cedar soaking tub, a fire pit, and a seven-foot-tall cedar fence. A maple tree forms the focal point and will grow to shade the yard. Board-formed concrete planters house conifers, maples and moss, appropriate to the Pacific Northwest climate. Photo: Anna M Campbell: annamcampbell.com

Conceived of as a C-shaped house with a small private courtyard and a large private rear yard, this new house maximizes the floor area available to build on this smaller Palo Alto lot. An Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) integrated into the main structure gave a floor area bonus. For now, it will be used for visiting relatives. One challenge of this design was keeping a low profile and proportional design while still meeting the FEMA flood plain requirement that the finished floor start about 3′ above grade. The new house has four bedrooms (including the attached ADU), a separate family room with a window seat, a music room, a prayer room, and a large living space that opens to the private small courtyard as well as a large covered patio at the rear. Mature trees around the perimeter of the lot were preserved, and new ones planted, for private indoor-outdoor living. C-shaped house, New home, ADU, Palo Alto, CA, courtyard, KA Project Team: John Klopf, AIA, Angela Todorova, Lucie Danigo
Structural Engineer: ZFA Structural Engineers
Landscape Architect: Outer Space Landscape Architects
Contractor: Coast to Coast Development
Photography: ©2023 Mariko Reed
Year Completed: 2022 Location: Palo Alto, CA

A tower-like structure stands at the rear. The front and rear additions, 'sandwiching' the original house, have been conceptually conceived to revitalize the original house both programmatically and visually. Photography by Beton Brut.

This project encompasses the renovation of two aging metal warehouses located on an acre just North of the 610 loop. The larger warehouse, previously an auto body shop, measures 6000 square feet and will contain a residence, art studio, and garage. A light well puncturing the middle of the main residence brightens the core of the deep building. The over-sized roof opening washes light down three masonry walls that define the light well and divide the public and private realms of the residence. The interior of the light well is conceived as a serene place of reflection while providing ample natural light into the Master Bedroom. Large windows infill the previous garage door openings and are shaded by a generous steel canopy as well as a new evergreen tree court to the west. Adjacent, a 1200 sf building is reconfigured for a guest or visiting artist residence and studio with a shared outdoor patio for entertaining. Photo by Peter Molick, Art by Karin Broker

Modernism and traditionalism are just steps away from each other at this Vienna Virginia pool house. The main house, built by a national homebuilder, draws upon tradition, but the pool house, speaks the language of contemporary minimalism. It presents clean lines and a soaring roofline overhanging tall glass doors and clerestory windows. Great design, careful attention to detail, first-rate materials and impeccable craftsmanship have yielded a spectacular solution for outdoor entertaining. With a fireplace and every conceivable convenience under roof, this pool house might just be the perfect escape for inclement weather as well. Photography by Greg Hadley http://www.greghadleyphotography.com

The conversion of this iconic American barn into a Writer’s Studio was conceived of as a tranquil retreat with natural light and lush views to stimulate inspiration for both husband and wife. Originally used as a garage with two horse stalls, the existing stick framed structure provided a loft with ideal space and orientation for a secluded studio. Signature barn features were maintained and enhanced such as horizontal siding, trim, large barn doors, cupola, roof overhangs, and framing. New features added to compliment the contextual significance and sustainability aspect of the project were reclaimed lumber from a razed barn used as flooring, driftwood retrieved from the shores of the Hudson River used for trim, and distressing / wearing new wood finishes creating an aged look. Along with the efforts for maintaining the historic character of the barn, modern elements were also incorporated into the design to provide a more current ensemble based on its new use. Elements such a light fixtures, window configurations, plumbing fixtures and appliances were all modernized to appropriately represent the present way of life.

Stunning views and the exceptional weather allowed us to conceive a pavilion like living area with sliding glass walls dissipating any barrier between interior and exterior and maximizing the livable area. Ceilings were carefully conceived to accentuate areas with increased volume and cove lighting, in addition to concealing building infrastructure systems seamlessly. https://www.makearch.com/residential-projects/sunset-plaza MAKE Architecture | www.makearch.com

The house had been conceived in the 1970s, and at that time, odd angles were popular, such that one had to walk around the door after opening it, which made it difficult to greet visitors. We created a new, spacious slate-floored entryway (the same slate tile we used in the wine room) with cubbies for their many guests’ belongings. Photo by Eric Rorer

The interior materials palette is restrained with solid oak flooring and cabinets, white plaster, and grey limestone. Carefully conceived landscape design and plantings complete this small cabin in a big grove.

Mimicking the radius of the cul-de-sac it faces, these Turkish limestone clad walls embrace the home's site. The custom stone pattern was conceived by architect C.P. Drewett. The steel sculpture is by Scottsdale artist Michael Anderson.

COLECCION ALEXANDRA has conceived this Spanish villa as their showcase space - intriguing visitors with possibilities that their entirely bespoke collections of furniture, lighting, fabrics, rugs and accessories presents to specifiers and home owners alike.

This project encompasses the renovation of two aging metal warehouses located on an acre just North of the 610 loop. The larger warehouse, previously an auto body shop, measures 6000 square feet and will contain a residence, art studio, and garage. A light well puncturing the middle of the main residence brightens the core of the deep building. The over-sized roof opening washes light down three masonry walls that define the light well and divide the public and private realms of the residence. The interior of the light well is conceived as a serene place of reflection while providing ample natural light into the Master Bedroom. Large windows infill the previous garage door openings and are shaded by a generous steel canopy as well as a new evergreen tree court to the west. Adjacent, a 1200 sf building is reconfigured for a guest or visiting artist residence and studio with a shared outdoor patio for entertaining. Photo by Peter Molick, Art by Karin Broker

This room was conceived, planned and installed within 2 weeks with in stock items from Restoration Hardware, Ikea, West Elm and Crate and Barrel. Dark paint is Granite by Pittsburgh Paints. Personal photographs aid memory. photography by David Hausmann

The powder room is flooded with natural light, making it appear more spacious. Simple yet thoughtfully conceived carpentry details echo the Craftsman flavor of the home's original interior.