The one-acre lot had to have approximately 45 to 50 mature pine trees removed for the house and garage construction. The owners decided to mill the trees on the lot with the help of a local contractor who operates a portable saw mill that was brought to the site. 90% of the house interior trim as well as the the front and rear porch ceilings are from the mature pine trees cut down on the lot.

For resilience this net zero passive house incorporates two Tesla Power Walls to store the energy produced by the array of 30 PV panels. Heat coming off the power walls is used by the hybrid hot water heater, free heat for making domestic hot water.

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Newmark Homes is Houston's trusted home builder, offering new construction homes and custom home options built with award-winning floor plans. From move-in ready to build on your lot opportunities, every home features cutting-edge technology and nationally recognized energy efficiency. Explore floor plan options and find your community at https://newmarkhomes.com/

Newmark Homes is Houston's trusted home builder, offering new construction homes and custom home options built with award-winning floor plans. From move-in ready to build on your lot opportunities, every home features cutting-edge technology and nationally recognized energy efficiency. Explore floor plan options and find your community at https://newmarkhomes.com/

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Inspiration for a small rustic beige one-story wood exterior home remodel in Portland Maine

Timmerman Photography A very interesting feature of this house is that it was done on a very tight budget and was invited to be on an AIA tour because it showed great design within a reasonable price-range. Stonecreek's involvement in the project was to work alongside the client and the architect to ensure the project remained in budget while still executing its dream and vision.

View from reading balcony to kitchen/living. Office ahead. Custom metal guardrail with nature theme. South facing windows for passive solar gain and views to forest beyond. Hardwood floors made from the few trees that came down for the project.

We recently wrapped up an incredible poolside transformation that combines functional design with lush, beautiful aesthetics. Here’s what we did: - Removed Old Concrete: We cut and removed outdated concrete along the poolside to create a fresh space for new, vibrant plants, bringing natural beauty to the area. - Lighting & Irrigation Prep: Installed essential connections to support lighting and a new drip irrigation system, ensuring every plant gets the right care with water efficiency. - Iron Trellis & Planting: Added an elegant iron trellis adorned with new plants, giving a touch of charm and privacy to the pool area. - Drip Irrigation System: Our team installed a highly efficient drip irrigation system to keep the new greenery lush and thriving in Arizona's climate. - LED Landscape Lighting: Finally, we installed energy-efficient LED lighting throughout, creating a beautiful nighttime ambiance while enhancing safety around the poolside.

Example of a mid-sized transitional kids' black and white tile and subway tile gray floor alcove bathtub design in Seattle with blue cabinets, multicolored walls, a drop-in sink, quartz countertops, white countertops and shaker cabinets

The one-acre lot had to have approximately 45 to 50 mature pine trees removed for the house and garage construction. The owners decided to mill the trees on the lot with the help of a local contractor who operates a portable saw mill that was brought to the site. 90% of the house interior trim as well as the the front and rear porch ceilings are from the mature pine trees cut down on the lot.

This sink zone proves that everyday functionality can be elevated with style. Nestled between soft gray shaker cabinets and set beneath a wide window that floods the space with natural light, this workstation makes cleanup and prep feel effortless. The stainless steel pull-down faucet is both elegant and efficient, while the custom multi-functional sink insert—with drying rack and wood cutting board—adds versatility to the workspace. The waterfall-edge quartz countertop continues the clean lines and subtle veining seen throughout the kitchen, making this area feel polished yet practical. Thoughtful upgrades like this make a big impact in how the kitchen feels and functions every day.

Large arts and crafts l-shaped concrete floor eat-in kitchen photo in Ottawa with a double-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, light wood cabinets, stainless steel countertops, gray backsplash, stone tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

This island got a lot bigger when we cut off the raised ledge and, reinforced the cabinetry, and added a thick slab of LG Quartz on top. So much more usable space. The backsplash was updated to a dark charcoal natural stone hexagon mosaic.

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The modern kitchen remodeling project encompasses a sleek and minimalist design approach, incorporating cutting-edge appliances, streamlined cabinetry, and a focus on functionality. It combines clean lines, neutral color palettes, and the strategic use of materials like stainless steel, glass, and natural stone to create a contemporary and inviting space. The renovation may involve updating the kitchen layout, adding smart technology features, optimizing storage solutions, and enhancing lighting for an overall modern and efficient cooking and dining experience.

This LEED Platinum certified house reflects the homeowner's desire for an exceptionally healthy and comfortable living environment, within a traditional neighborhood. INFILL SITE. The family, who moved from another area of Wellesley, sought out this property to be within walking distance of the high school and downtown area. An existing structure on the tight lot was removed to make way for the new home. 84% of the construction waste, from both the previous structure and the new home, was diverted from a landfill. ZED designed to preserve the existing mature trees on the perimeter of the property to minimize site impacts, and to maintain the character of the neighborhood as well as privacy on the site. EXTERIOR EXPRESSION. The street facade of the home relates to the local New England vernacular. The rear uses contemporary language, a nod to the family’s Californian roots, to incorporate a roof deck, solar panels, outdoor living space, and the backyard swimming pool. ZED’s careful planning avoided to the need to face the garage doors towards the street, a common syndrome of a narrow lot. THOUGHTFUL SPACE. Homes with dual entries can often result in duplicate and unused spaces. In this home, the everyday and formal entry areas are one and the same; the front and garage doors share the entry program of coat closets, mudroom storage with bench for removing your shoes, and a laundry room with generous closets for the children's sporting equipment. The entry area leads directly to the living space, encompassing the kitchen, dining and sitting area areas in an L-shaped open plan arrangement. The kitchen is placed at the south-west corner of the space to allow for a strong connection to the dining, sitting and outdoor living spaces. A fire pit on the deck satisfies the family’s desire for an open flame while a sealed gas fireplace is used indoors - ZED’s preference after omitting gas burning appliances completely from an airtight home. A small study, with a window seat, is conveniently located just off of the living space. A first floor guest bedroom includes an accessible bathroom for aging visitors and can be used as a master suite to accommodate aging in place. HEALTHY LIVING. The client requested a home that was easy to clean and would provide a respite from seasonal allergies and common contaminants that are found in many indoor spaces. ZED selected easy to clean solid surface flooring throughout, provided ample space for cleaning supplies on each floor, and designed a mechanical system with ventilation that provides a constant supply of fresh outdoor air. ZED selected durable materials, finishes, cabinetry, and casework with low or no volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and no added urea formaldehyde. YEAR-ROUND COMFORT. The home is super insulated and air-tight, paired with high performance triple-paned windows, to ensure it is draft-free throughout the winter (even when in front of the large windows and doors). ZED designed a right-sized heating and cooling system to pair with the thermally improved building enclosure to ensure year-round comfort. The glazing on the home maximizes passive solar gains, and facilitates cross ventilation and daylighting. ENERGY EFFICIENT. As one of the most energy efficient houses built to date in Wellesley, the home highlights a practical solution for Massachusetts. First, the building enclosure reduces the largest energy requirement for typical houses (heating). Super-insulation, exceptional air sealing, a thermally broken wall assembly, triple pane windows, and passive solar gain combine for a sizable heating load reduction. Second, within the house only efficient systems consume energy. These include an air source heat pump for heating & cooling, a heat pump hot water heater, LED lighting, energy recovery ventilation, and high efficiency appliances. Lastly, photovoltaics provide renewable energy help offset energy consumption. The result is an 89% reduction in energy use compared to a similar brand new home built to code requirements. RESILIENT. The home will fare well in extreme weather events. During a winter power outage, heat loss will be very slow due to the super-insulated and airtight envelope– taking multiple days to drop to 60 degrees even with no heat source. An engineered drainage system, paired with careful the detailing of the foundation, will help to keep the finished basement dry. A generator will provide full operation of the all-electric house during a power outage. OVERALL. The home is a reflection of the family goals and an expression of their values, beautifully enabling health, comfort, safety, resilience, and utility, all while respecting the planet. ZED - Architect & Mechanical Designer Bevilacqua Builders Inc - Contractor Creative Land & Water Engineering - Civil Engineering Barbara Peterson Landscape - Landscape Design Nest & Company - Interior Furnishings Eric Roth Photography - Photography

The island in this modern kitchen features a second sink, a built in cutting board, and a glass stove top. The second sink acts a convenient wash station for cleaning and cooking. The glass mosaic backsplash complements the beautiful dark and light wood colors in this space.

The Yings transformed their kitchen experience, opening the space to a modern interpretation that is clean cut with crafted cabinet details. White New Yorker cabinets from Rutt Regency are the backdrop for the great island in a Benjamin Moore Blue Spruce. Functional and efficient space with clean lines, just the recipe for this busy family gathering place.