Inspiration for a coastal staircase remodel in San Diego

Ken Wyner Photography
Staircase - large traditional wooden u-shaped wood railing staircase idea in DC Metro with painted risers

RANDY SMITH
Mid-sized elegant single-wall light wood floor open concept kitchen photo in Miami with recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite countertops, multicolored backsplash, matchstick tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and a double-bowl sink

RANDY SMITH
Mid-sized elegant single-wall light wood floor open concept kitchen photo in Miami with recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite countertops, multicolored backsplash, matchstick tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and a double-bowl sink

Comfort meets style in this beautiful living space.
Large cottage chic formal and open concept ceramic tile living room photo in New York with beige walls, a corner fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and no tv

This Boulder, Colorado remodel by fuentesdesign demonstrates the possibility of renewal in American suburbs, and Passive House design principles. Once an inefficient single story 1,000 square-foot ranch house with a forced air furnace, has been transformed into a two-story, solar powered 2500 square-foot three bedroom home ready for the next generation. The new design for the home is modern with a sustainable theme, incorporating a palette of natural materials including; reclaimed wood finishes, FSC-certified pine Zola windows and doors, and natural earth and lime plasters that soften the interior and crisp contemporary exterior with a flavor of the west. A Ninety-percent efficient energy recovery fresh air ventilation system provides constant filtered fresh air to every room. The existing interior brick was removed and replaced with insulation. The remaining heating and cooling loads are easily met with the highest degree of comfort via a mini-split heat pump, the peak heat load has been cut by a factor of 4, despite the house doubling in size. During the coldest part of the Colorado winter, a wood stove for ambiance and low carbon back up heat creates a special place in both the living and kitchen area, and upstairs loft. This ultra energy efficient home relies on extremely high levels of insulation, air-tight detailing and construction, and the implementation of high performance, custom made European windows and doors by Zola Windows. Zola’s ThermoPlus Clad line, which boasts R-11 triple glazing and is thermally broken with a layer of patented German Purenit®, was selected for the project. These windows also provide a seamless indoor/outdoor connection, with 9′ wide folding doors from the dining area and a matching 9′ wide custom countertop folding window that opens the kitchen up to a grassy court where mature trees provide shade and extend the living space during the summer months. With air-tight construction, this home meets the Passive House Retrofit (EnerPHit) air-tightness standard of

Comfort meets style in this beautiful living space.
Large cottage chic formal and open concept ceramic tile living room photo in New York with beige walls, a corner fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and no tv

Mid-sized transitional wooden l-shaped wood railing staircase photo in Boston with painted risers

Ken Wyner Photography
Large elegant wooden u-shaped wood railing staircase photo in DC Metro with painted risers

Comfort meets style in this beautiful living space.
Large cottage chic formal and open concept ceramic tile living room photo in New York with beige walls, a corner fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and no tv

RANDY SMITH
Mid-sized trendy straight staircase photo in Miami

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary full sun front yard stone retaining wall landscape in Other for summer.

Photography by Analicia Herrmann
Staircase - transitional staircase idea in Houston

Courtney Otte
Example of a mountain style bedroom design in Omaha

Elegant wooden l-shaped mixed material railing staircase photo in Boston with painted risers

New residential project completed in Parker, Colorado in early 2016 This project is well sited to take advantage of tremendous views to the west of the Rampart Range and Pikes Peak. A contemporary home with a touch of craftsman styling incorporating a Wrap Around porch along the Southwest corner of the house. Photographer: Nathan Strauch at Hot Shot Pros

Example of a mid-sized beach style carpeted l-shaped wood railing staircase design in Boston with carpeted risers

Hallway - mid-sized traditional medium tone wood floor and brown floor hallway idea in Other with yellow walls

Soft grey and Charcoal palette. Drapery adorned with mixed use fabrics. Chairs were carefully selected with a combination of solid and geometric patterned fabrics. Full design of all Architectural details and finishes with turn-key furnishings and styling throughout. Carslon Productions, LLC