Set against a picturesque wooded landscape in Salem, New Hampshire, 6 Whistle Hill represents a bold approach to contemporary residential architecture. Designed by RWH Architect in collaboration with DHB Homes, this 4,000-square-foot custom residence introduces a distinctly modern architectural language to a community traditionally defined by more conventional home styles. Through striking geometry, carefully curated materials, and thoughtful spatial planning, the design balances architectural expression with warmth, functionality, and a strong connection to its natural surroundings. The home's exterior is defined by its sculptural composition of intersecting shed rooflines, expansive glazing, and clean architectural forms. Rich vertical wood cladding contrasts with a deep blue façade, while natural stone elements ground the composition within the wooded setting. The interplay of materials, textures, and roof geometries creates a dynamic yet cohesive architectural identity. Particular attention was given to the home's proportions and massing, including the integration of an oversized three-car garage, ensuring that each element contributes to the overall design rather than competing with it. A central design priority was creating a seamless relationship between the home's architecture, interior spaces, and surrounding landscape. Expansive windows were strategically positioned to maximize natural light, frame wooded views, and strengthen the connection between indoors and outdoors. Carefully considered sightlines, roof overhangs, and spatial orientation provide privacy without sacrificing openness, allowing the residence to feel both expansive and intimate. Inside, the architectural approach emphasizes spatial continuity, understated sophistication, and the integration of everyday functionality. An open-concept kitchen, dining, and living area forms the heart of the home, anchored by a dramatic double-sided fireplace that serves as both a visual focal point and an architectural element connecting the primary gathering spaces. An open-riser staircase introduces another sculptural feature, reinforcing the home's contemporary character while maintaining visual openness between levels. The kitchen combines refined material selections with thoughtful space planning, featuring Cabico cabinetry, integrated appliances, a full-height quartz backsplash, and a striking matte black waterfall island. A generously sized walk-in pantry, designed to blend seamlessly with the surrounding cabinetry, complements a dedicated coffee bar and thoughtfully organized mudroom. These integrated features reflect an approach to residential design in which practicality and aesthetics are equally considered. The first-floor primary suite offers a private retreat, distinguished by Venetian plaster walls and ceilings that introduce subtle texture and warmth. Its adjoining bathroom features a microcement walk-in shower, matte black soaking tub, oversized double vanity, and separate water closet, creating a sophisticated, spa-like environment. A dedicated home office positioned near the suite provides additional flexibility while maintaining separation from the home's primary gathering areas. Upstairs, three additional bedrooms, each with a walk-in closet, provide comfortable accommodations for family and guests. A private balcony, rear deck, and full walkout basement further extend the home's living possibilities, offering opportunities to engage with the surrounding landscape and accommodate evolving lifestyle needs. Throughout the design process, RWH Architect focused on balancing bold contemporary forms with the practical demands of modern residential living. From carefully considered circulation and interior zoning to the relationship between exterior materials, glazing, and architectural massing, each design decision contributes to a unified architectural vision. 6 Whistle Hill demonstrates how contemporary architecture can introduce a fresh design perspective while remaining connected to its regional context. Through the collaboration of RWH Architect and DHB Homes, the residence brings together architectural innovation, sophisticated materiality, and exceptional craftsmanship to create a home that is visually distinctive, highly functional, and designed for the way people live today.

Set against a picturesque wooded landscape in Salem, New Hampshire, 6 Whistle Hill represents a bold approach to contemporary residential architecture. Designed by RWH Architect in collaboration with DHB Homes, this 4,000-square-foot custom residence introduces a distinctly modern architectural language to a community traditionally defined by more conventional home styles. Through striking geometry, carefully curated materials, and thoughtful spatial planning, the design balances architectural expression with warmth, functionality, and a strong connection to its natural surroundings. The home's exterior is defined by its sculptural composition of intersecting shed rooflines, expansive glazing, and clean architectural forms. Rich vertical wood cladding contrasts with a deep blue façade, while natural stone elements ground the composition within the wooded setting. The interplay of materials, textures, and roof geometries creates a dynamic yet cohesive architectural identity. Particular attention was given to the home's proportions and massing, including the integration of an oversized three-car garage, ensuring that each element contributes to the overall design rather than competing with it. A central design priority was creating a seamless relationship between the home's architecture, interior spaces, and surrounding landscape. Expansive windows were strategically positioned to maximize natural light, frame wooded views, and strengthen the connection between indoors and outdoors. Carefully considered sightlines, roof overhangs, and spatial orientation provide privacy without sacrificing openness, allowing the residence to feel both expansive and intimate. Inside, the architectural approach emphasizes spatial continuity, understated sophistication, and the integration of everyday functionality. An open-concept kitchen, dining, and living area forms the heart of the home, anchored by a dramatic double-sided fireplace that serves as both a visual focal point and an architectural element connecting the primary gathering spaces. An open-riser staircase introduces another sculptural feature, reinforcing the home's contemporary character while maintaining visual openness between levels. The kitchen combines refined material selections with thoughtful space planning, featuring Cabico cabinetry, integrated appliances, a full-height quartz backsplash, and a striking matte black waterfall island. A generously sized walk-in pantry, designed to blend seamlessly with the surrounding cabinetry, complements a dedicated coffee bar and thoughtfully organized mudroom. These integrated features reflect an approach to residential design in which practicality and aesthetics are equally considered. The first-floor primary suite offers a private retreat, distinguished by Venetian plaster walls and ceilings that introduce subtle texture and warmth. Its adjoining bathroom features a microcement walk-in shower, matte black soaking tub, oversized double vanity, and separate water closet, creating a sophisticated, spa-like environment. A dedicated home office positioned near the suite provides additional flexibility while maintaining separation from the home's primary gathering areas. Upstairs, three additional bedrooms, each with a walk-in closet, provide comfortable accommodations for family and guests. A private balcony, rear deck, and full walkout basement further extend the home's living possibilities, offering opportunities to engage with the surrounding landscape and accommodate evolving lifestyle needs. Throughout the design process, RWH Architect focused on balancing bold contemporary forms with the practical demands of modern residential living. From carefully considered circulation and interior zoning to the relationship between exterior materials, glazing, and architectural massing, each design decision contributes to a unified architectural vision. 6 Whistle Hill demonstrates how contemporary architecture can introduce a fresh design perspective while remaining connected to its regional context. Through the collaboration of RWH Architect and DHB Homes, the residence brings together architectural innovation, sophisticated materiality, and exceptional craftsmanship to create a home that is visually distinctive, highly functional, and designed for the way people live today.

Curtis and Peggy had been thinking of a kitchen remodel for quite some time, but they knew their house would have a unique set of challenges. Their older Victorian house was built in 1891. The kitchen cabinetry was original, and they wanted to keep the authenticity of their period home while adding modern comforts that would improve their quality of life. A friend recommended Advance Design Studio for their exceptional experience and quality of work. After meeting with designer Michelle Lecinski at Advance Design, they were confident they could partner with Advance to accomplish the unique kitchen renovation they’d been talking about for years. “We wanted to do the kitchen for a long, long time,” Curtis said. “(We asked ourselves) what are we actually going to do? How are we going to do this? And who are we going to find to do exactly what we want?” The goal for the project was to keep the home renovation and new kitchen feeling authentic to the time in which it was built. They desperately wanted the modern comforts that come with a larger refrigerator and the dishwasher that they never had! The old home was also a bit drafty so adding a fireplace, wall insulation and new windows became a priority. They very much wanted to create a comfortable hearth room adjacent to the kitchen, complete with old world brick. The original cabinetry had to go to make way for beautiful new kitchen cabinetry that appears as if it was a hundred years old, but with all the benefits of cutting-edge storage, self-closing drawers, and a brand-new look. “We just wanted to keep it old looking, but with some modern updates,” Peggy said. Dura Supreme Highland Cabinets with a Heritage Old World Painted Finish replaced the original 1891 cabinets. The hand-applied careful rubbed-off detailing makes these exquisite cabinets look as if they came from a far-gone era. Despite the small size of the kitchen, Peggy, Curtis and Michelle utilized every inch with custom cabinet sizes to increase storage capacity. The custom cabinets allowed for the addition of a 24” Fisher Paykel dishwasher with a concealing Dura Supreme door panel. Michelle was also able to work into the new design a larger 30” Fisher Paykel French refrigerator. “We made every ¼ inch count in this small space,” designer Michelle said. “Having the ability to custom size the cabinetry was the only way to achieve this.” “The kitchen essentially was designed around the Heartland Vintage range and oven,” says Michelle. A classic appliance that combines nostalgic beauty and craftsmanship for modern cooking, with nickel plated trim and elegantly shaped handles and legs; the not to miss range is a striking focal point of the entire room and an engaging conversation piece. Granite countertops in Kodiak Satin with subtle veining kept with the old-world style. The delicate porcelain La Vie Crackle Sonoma tile kitchen backsplash compliments the home’s style perfectly. A handcrafted passthrough designed to show off Peggy’s fine china was custom built by project carpenters Justin Davis and Jeff Dallain to physically and visually open the space. Additional storage was created in the custom panty room with Latte Edinburg cabinets, hand-made weathered wood shelving with authentic black iron brackets, and an intricate tin copper ceiling. Peggy and Curtis loved the idea of adding a Vermont stove to make the hearth-room not only functional, but a truly beckoning place to be. A stunning Bordeaux red Vermont Castings Stove with crisp black ventilation was chosen and combined with the authentic reclaimed Chicago brick wall. Advance’s talented carpenters custom-built elegant weathered shelves to house family memorabilia, installed carefully chosen barn sconces, and made the hearth room an inviting place to relax with a cup of coffee and a good book. “Peggy and Curtis’ project was so much fun to work on. Creating a space that looks and feels like it always belonged in this beautiful old Victorian home is a designer’s dream. To see the delight in their faces when they saw the design details coming together truly made it worth the time and effort that went into making the very compact kitchen space work”, said Michelle. “The result is an amazing custom kitchen, packed with functionality in every inch, nook and cranny!” exclaims Michelle. The renovation didn’t end with the kitchen. New Pella windows were added to help lessen the drafts. The removal of the original windows and trim necessitated the re-creation of hand-made corbels and trim details no longer available today. The talented carpenter team came to the rescue, crafting new pieces and masterfully finishing them as if they were always there. New custom gutters were formed and installed with a front entry rework necessary to accommodate the changes. The whole house functions better, but it still feels like the original 1891 home. “From start to finish it’s just a much better space than we used to have,” Peggy said. “Jeff and Justin were amazing.” Curtis added; “We were lucky to find Advance Design, because they really came through for us. I loved that they had everything in house, anything you needed to have done, they could do it”.

Set against a picturesque wooded landscape in Salem, New Hampshire, 6 Whistle Hill represents a bold approach to contemporary residential architecture. Designed by RWH Architect in collaboration with DHB Homes, this 4,000-square-foot custom residence introduces a distinctly modern architectural language to a community traditionally defined by more conventional home styles. Through striking geometry, carefully curated materials, and thoughtful spatial planning, the design balances architectural expression with warmth, functionality, and a strong connection to its natural surroundings. The home's exterior is defined by its sculptural composition of intersecting shed rooflines, expansive glazing, and clean architectural forms. Rich vertical wood cladding contrasts with a deep blue façade, while natural stone elements ground the composition within the wooded setting. The interplay of materials, textures, and roof geometries creates a dynamic yet cohesive architectural identity. Particular attention was given to the home's proportions and massing, including the integration of an oversized three-car garage, ensuring that each element contributes to the overall design rather than competing with it. A central design priority was creating a seamless relationship between the home's architecture, interior spaces, and surrounding landscape. Expansive windows were strategically positioned to maximize natural light, frame wooded views, and strengthen the connection between indoors and outdoors. Carefully considered sightlines, roof overhangs, and spatial orientation provide privacy without sacrificing openness, allowing the residence to feel both expansive and intimate. Inside, the architectural approach emphasizes spatial continuity, understated sophistication, and the integration of everyday functionality. An open-concept kitchen, dining, and living area forms the heart of the home, anchored by a dramatic double-sided fireplace that serves as both a visual focal point and an architectural element connecting the primary gathering spaces. An open-riser staircase introduces another sculptural feature, reinforcing the home's contemporary character while maintaining visual openness between levels. The kitchen combines refined material selections with thoughtful space planning, featuring Cabico cabinetry, integrated appliances, a full-height quartz backsplash, and a striking matte black waterfall island. A generously sized walk-in pantry, designed to blend seamlessly with the surrounding cabinetry, complements a dedicated coffee bar and thoughtfully organized mudroom. These integrated features reflect an approach to residential design in which practicality and aesthetics are equally considered. The first-floor primary suite offers a private retreat, distinguished by Venetian plaster walls and ceilings that introduce subtle texture and warmth. Its adjoining bathroom features a microcement walk-in shower, matte black soaking tub, oversized double vanity, and separate water closet, creating a sophisticated, spa-like environment. A dedicated home office positioned near the suite provides additional flexibility while maintaining separation from the home's primary gathering areas. Upstairs, three additional bedrooms, each with a walk-in closet, provide comfortable accommodations for family and guests. A private balcony, rear deck, and full walkout basement further extend the home's living possibilities, offering opportunities to engage with the surrounding landscape and accommodate evolving lifestyle needs. Throughout the design process, RWH Architect focused on balancing bold contemporary forms with the practical demands of modern residential living. From carefully considered circulation and interior zoning to the relationship between exterior materials, glazing, and architectural massing, each design decision contributes to a unified architectural vision. 6 Whistle Hill demonstrates how contemporary architecture can introduce a fresh design perspective while remaining connected to its regional context. Through the collaboration of RWH Architect and DHB Homes, the residence brings together architectural innovation, sophisticated materiality, and exceptional craftsmanship to create a home that is visually distinctive, highly functional, and designed for the way people live today.

Set against a picturesque wooded landscape in Salem, New Hampshire, 6 Whistle Hill represents a bold approach to contemporary residential architecture. Designed by RWH Architect in collaboration with DHB Homes, this 4,000-square-foot custom residence introduces a distinctly modern architectural language to a community traditionally defined by more conventional home styles. Through striking geometry, carefully curated materials, and thoughtful spatial planning, the design balances architectural expression with warmth, functionality, and a strong connection to its natural surroundings. The home's exterior is defined by its sculptural composition of intersecting shed rooflines, expansive glazing, and clean architectural forms. Rich vertical wood cladding contrasts with a deep blue façade, while natural stone elements ground the composition within the wooded setting. The interplay of materials, textures, and roof geometries creates a dynamic yet cohesive architectural identity. Particular attention was given to the home's proportions and massing, including the integration of an oversized three-car garage, ensuring that each element contributes to the overall design rather than competing with it. A central design priority was creating a seamless relationship between the home's architecture, interior spaces, and surrounding landscape. Expansive windows were strategically positioned to maximize natural light, frame wooded views, and strengthen the connection between indoors and outdoors. Carefully considered sightlines, roof overhangs, and spatial orientation provide privacy without sacrificing openness, allowing the residence to feel both expansive and intimate. Inside, the architectural approach emphasizes spatial continuity, understated sophistication, and the integration of everyday functionality. An open-concept kitchen, dining, and living area forms the heart of the home, anchored by a dramatic double-sided fireplace that serves as both a visual focal point and an architectural element connecting the primary gathering spaces. An open-riser staircase introduces another sculptural feature, reinforcing the home's contemporary character while maintaining visual openness between levels. The kitchen combines refined material selections with thoughtful space planning, featuring Cabico cabinetry, integrated appliances, a full-height quartz backsplash, and a striking matte black waterfall island. A generously sized walk-in pantry, designed to blend seamlessly with the surrounding cabinetry, complements a dedicated coffee bar and thoughtfully organized mudroom. These integrated features reflect an approach to residential design in which practicality and aesthetics are equally considered. The first-floor primary suite offers a private retreat, distinguished by Venetian plaster walls and ceilings that introduce subtle texture and warmth. Its adjoining bathroom features a microcement walk-in shower, matte black soaking tub, oversized double vanity, and separate water closet, creating a sophisticated, spa-like environment. A dedicated home office positioned near the suite provides additional flexibility while maintaining separation from the home's primary gathering areas. Upstairs, three additional bedrooms, each with a walk-in closet, provide comfortable accommodations for family and guests. A private balcony, rear deck, and full walkout basement further extend the home's living possibilities, offering opportunities to engage with the surrounding landscape and accommodate evolving lifestyle needs. Throughout the design process, RWH Architect focused on balancing bold contemporary forms with the practical demands of modern residential living. From carefully considered circulation and interior zoning to the relationship between exterior materials, glazing, and architectural massing, each design decision contributes to a unified architectural vision. 6 Whistle Hill demonstrates how contemporary architecture can introduce a fresh design perspective while remaining connected to its regional context. Through the collaboration of RWH Architect and DHB Homes, the residence brings together architectural innovation, sophisticated materiality, and exceptional craftsmanship to create a home that is visually distinctive, highly functional, and designed for the way people live today.

Set against a picturesque wooded landscape in Salem, New Hampshire, 6 Whistle Hill represents a bold approach to contemporary residential architecture. Designed by RWH Architect in collaboration with DHB Homes, this 4,000-square-foot custom residence introduces a distinctly modern architectural language to a community traditionally defined by more conventional home styles. Through striking geometry, carefully curated materials, and thoughtful spatial planning, the design balances architectural expression with warmth, functionality, and a strong connection to its natural surroundings. The home's exterior is defined by its sculptural composition of intersecting shed rooflines, expansive glazing, and clean architectural forms. Rich vertical wood cladding contrasts with a deep blue façade, while natural stone elements ground the composition within the wooded setting. The interplay of materials, textures, and roof geometries creates a dynamic yet cohesive architectural identity. Particular attention was given to the home's proportions and massing, including the integration of an oversized three-car garage, ensuring that each element contributes to the overall design rather than competing with it. A central design priority was creating a seamless relationship between the home's architecture, interior spaces, and surrounding landscape. Expansive windows were strategically positioned to maximize natural light, frame wooded views, and strengthen the connection between indoors and outdoors. Carefully considered sightlines, roof overhangs, and spatial orientation provide privacy without sacrificing openness, allowing the residence to feel both expansive and intimate. Inside, the architectural approach emphasizes spatial continuity, understated sophistication, and the integration of everyday functionality. An open-concept kitchen, dining, and living area forms the heart of the home, anchored by a dramatic double-sided fireplace that serves as both a visual focal point and an architectural element connecting the primary gathering spaces. An open-riser staircase introduces another sculptural feature, reinforcing the home's contemporary character while maintaining visual openness between levels. The kitchen combines refined material selections with thoughtful space planning, featuring Cabico cabinetry, integrated appliances, a full-height quartz backsplash, and a striking matte black waterfall island. A generously sized walk-in pantry, designed to blend seamlessly with the surrounding cabinetry, complements a dedicated coffee bar and thoughtfully organized mudroom. These integrated features reflect an approach to residential design in which practicality and aesthetics are equally considered. The first-floor primary suite offers a private retreat, distinguished by Venetian plaster walls and ceilings that introduce subtle texture and warmth. Its adjoining bathroom features a microcement walk-in shower, matte black soaking tub, oversized double vanity, and separate water closet, creating a sophisticated, spa-like environment. A dedicated home office positioned near the suite provides additional flexibility while maintaining separation from the home's primary gathering areas. Upstairs, three additional bedrooms, each with a walk-in closet, provide comfortable accommodations for family and guests. A private balcony, rear deck, and full walkout basement further extend the home's living possibilities, offering opportunities to engage with the surrounding landscape and accommodate evolving lifestyle needs. Throughout the design process, RWH Architect focused on balancing bold contemporary forms with the practical demands of modern residential living. From carefully considered circulation and interior zoning to the relationship between exterior materials, glazing, and architectural massing, each design decision contributes to a unified architectural vision. 6 Whistle Hill demonstrates how contemporary architecture can introduce a fresh design perspective while remaining connected to its regional context. Through the collaboration of RWH Architect and DHB Homes, the residence brings together architectural innovation, sophisticated materiality, and exceptional craftsmanship to create a home that is visually distinctive, highly functional, and designed for the way people live today.

Studio IAAD | Hines Conscient Elevate, Gurugram A tranquil retreat from city-life Located in the plush suburbs of Gurugram in NCR, Elevate is a co-venture housing project marking the collaboration of Hines and Conscient, two major league developers in the Indian real estate sector. Spread across an area of about 10,000 sq.ft., the design scope comprised architecture, interiors, landscaping and FFE, skillfully realized by Studio IAAD. The holistic design brief allowed for a versatile and flexible intervention; the idea was to 'elevate' the person entering the condominiums from the chaos of the noisy world's frantic pace to a quieter, peaceful space where they can relax and take a breath of fresh air. The biophilic approach, a signature of Studio IAAD's brand, nurtures an intimate connection of the user with nature without foregoing modern comforts, whilst employing greenery as a buffer to mute the clangour of the cosmopolitan city, enabling well-being. Nestled in a forest-like setting, the approach to the house evokes tranquility. The visitor is greeted with a narrow pathway on entry, wrapped in an enclosing thicket of overarching trees. It trails up to a circular courtyard with a sculpture at its nucleus, that embodies the aesthetics of grace, harmony and serenity. This courtyard connects to the building through a dynamic walkway peppered with abundant tropical trees and blossoming petunia flower beds on either side, activating the pedestrian experience and crafting a blissful forest-like environment. Encompassed within green canopies, the building seems to emerge from the verdant landscape, akin to the trees that surround it. Steeped in a contemporary theme, the design also nods to rustic simplicity and examples of European aesthetics in the interiors. The structure metaphorically manifests itself as a glass box at the ground level, wrapped in transparent ribbons of glazing and holding up the levitating opaque mass that houses the private enclosed spaces on top. The expansive glass walls offer unhindered views of the scenic splendour around, enriching the visual experience. A sleek metal skeleton supports the structure, framing the glass facade and giving it a modern edge, thereby reducing the need for boxy columns. An open courtyard that forms the nexus of the project creates a niche in the building mass, dividing it into two distinct parts that remain visually connected. A conscious intervention places multiple human-form sculptures by Mukul Goyal to adorn the courtyard space with their faces directed towards the sky, representing the notion of being liberated and 'elevated'. Within the main dwelling, the ground floor accommodates the experience centre, a lounge, a café and the audio-visual room leading up to the show apartment, kids’ room, a lounge and meeting rooms at the top level. The seating spaces of the reception, outdoor deck, café and lounge are stitched together around the central courtyard in an unceasing dialogue with each other and the infinite open sky. The spaces flow into one another and unfold as one moves along, enabling a gradual unwinding of the sensory experience instead of making a colossal impact instantly. Careful planning allows the optimization of spaces and an easy concourse of commodious rooms. The audio-visual room is a theatrical experience that allows the visitors to watch a movie when the screen is down and reveals the model room as the screen lifts, unravelling an added dimension. For experience centres, it is imperative to hold the visitor's attention, so the spaces have been designed cohesively in tandem with this intent. A specially designed kids’ room allows young families to explore the building in uninterrupted peace while their kids indulge in recreational activities. The staircase is designed using opulent chandeliers to usher the visitors from the lifts towards the stairs in order to make the ascent a part of the enchanting experience. The three-bedroom show apartment is finished in inconspicuous, neutral tones and materials, allowing potential home-buyers to layer their personalities onto the house. Each user can relate to their own space, making it a unique selling point for the apartment. Taking a cue from the natural surroundings, a soothing play of textures by ribbed wooden cladding and mirror panelling in subdued browns forms the highlight of the living room, accentuated by flooring and furniture in pristine white. A wrap-around balcony ties two bedrooms and a corner of the living room, creating a sizable spill-out space for relaxation and recreation, enabling transcendence into the enveloping quietude. A juxtaposition of course, with the fine, awe-inspiring artworks adorn the walls of the house, leaving a solid and lingering impression on the minds of the visitor with a recall factor long after they have left. The artistry conjoined with carpets and lighting accessories in fresh and vibrant hues comes together and serenades the space with a warm, welcoming vibe- constituting a harmonious whole that exceeds the sum of its parts. A view gallery outside the apartment frames the sylvan panoramic vistas beneath the blue banner of the sky, acting as the epitome of the experience of 'Elevate' housing. Many accessories, including lighting fixtures and furniture, have been reused from a previous project, facilitating a sustainable approach to waste management. The sculptures will also become a part of the landscape in the housing project. Concentric cut-outs in the ceiling are designed to achieve a minimal yet elegant look, integrating both HVAC and lighting services into one. The structure is designed with metal, glass and wood as principal materials for quick construction, deconstruction and reuse. The design corroborates a dialogue between the experience centre and the show apartments through a similar theme and vocabulary. Envisioned as a boutique hotel, the building is averse to the prevailing treatment of experience centres as an afterthought to housing developments. The ethereal slow-burn experience compels the visitor to sit and ponder, escaping in the forest's therapeutic solitude, away from the outer world, becoming a placid haven that people want to connect to, engage with and inhabit.

This brownstone, located in Harlem, consists of five stories which had been duplexed to create a two story rental unit and a 3 story home for the owners. The owner hired us to do a modern renovation of their home and rear garden. The garden was under utilized, barely visible from the interior and could only be accessed via a small steel stair at the rear of the second floor. We enlarged the owner’s home to include the rear third of the floor below which had walk out access to the garden. The additional square footage became a new family room connected to the living room and kitchen on the floor above via a double height space and a new sculptural stair. The rear facade was completely restructured to allow us to install a wall to wall two story window and door system within the new double height space creating a connection not only between the two floors but with the outside. The garden itself was terraced into two levels, the bottom level of which is directly accessed from the new family room space, the upper level accessed via a few stone clad steps. The upper level of the garden features a playful interplay of stone pavers with wood decking adjacent to a large seating area and a new planting bed. Wet bar cabinetry at the family room level is mirrored by an outside cabinetry/grill configuration as another way to visually tie inside to out. The second floor features the dining room, kitchen and living room in a large open space. Wall to wall builtins from the front to the rear transition from storage to dining display to kitchen; ending at an open shelf display with a fireplace feature in the base. The third floor serves as the children’s floor with two bedrooms and two ensuite baths. The fourth floor is a master suite with a large bedroom and a large bathroom bridged by a walnut clad hall that conceals a closet system and features a built in desk. The master bath consists of a tiled partition wall dividing the space to create a large walkthrough shower for two on one side and showcasing a free standing tub on the other. The house is full of custom modern details such as the recessed, lit handrail at the house’s main stair, floor to ceiling glass partitions separating the halls from the stairs and a whimsical builtin bench in the entry.

This residence was a complete gut renovation of a 4-story row house in Park Slope, and included a new rear extension and penthouse addition. The owners wished to create a warm, family home using a modern language that would act as a clean canvas to feature rich textiles and items from their world travels. As with most Brooklyn row houses, the existing house suffered from a lack of natural light and connection to exterior spaces, an issue that Principal Brendan Coburn is acutely aware of from his experience re-imagining historic structures in the New York area. The resulting architecture is designed around moments featuring natural light and views to the exterior, of both the private garden and the sky, throughout the house, and a stripped-down language of detailing and finishes allows for the concept of the modern-natural to shine. Upon entering the home, the kitchen and dining space draw you in with views beyond through the large glazed opening at the rear of the house. An extension was built to allow for a large sunken living room that provides a family gathering space connected to the kitchen and dining room, but remains distinctly separate, with a strong visual connection to the rear garden. The open sculptural stair tower was designed to function like that of a traditional row house stair, but with a smaller footprint. By extending it up past the original roof level into the new penthouse, the stair becomes an atmospheric shaft for the spaces surrounding the core. All types of weather – sunshine, rain, lightning, can be sensed throughout the home through this unifying vertical environment. The stair space also strives to foster family communication, making open living spaces visible between floors. At the upper-most level, a free-form bench sits suspended over the stair, just by the new roof deck, which provides at-ease entertaining. Oak was used throughout the home as a unifying material element. As one travels upwards within the house, the oak finishes are bleached to further degrees as a nod to how light enters the home. The owners worked with CWB to add their own personality to the project. The meter of a white oak and blackened steel stair screen was designed by the family to read “I love you” in Morse Code, and tile was selected throughout to reference places that hold special significance to the family. To support the owners’ comfort, the architectural design engages passive house technologies to reduce energy use, while increasing air quality within the home – a strategy which aims to respect the environment while providing a refuge from the harsh elements of urban living. This project was published by Wendy Goodman as her Space of the Week, part of New York Magazine’s Design Hunting on The Cut. Photography by Kevin Kunstadt

The Cherry Road project is a humble yet striking example of how small changes can have a big impact. A meaningful project as the final room to be renovated in this house, thus our completion aligned with the family’s move-in. The kitchen posed a number of problems the design worked to remedy. Such as an existing window oriented the room towards a neighboring driveway. The initial design move sought to reorganize the space internally, focusing the view from the sink back through the house to the pool and courtyard beyond. This simple repositioning allowed the range to center on the opposite wall, flanked by two windows that reduce direct views to the driveway while increasing the natural light of the space. Opposite that opening to the dining room, we created a new custom hutch that has the upper doors bypass doors incorporate an antique mirror, then led they magnified the light and view opposite side of the room. The ceilings we were confined to eight foot four, so we wanted to create as much verticality as possible. All the cabinetry was designed to go to the ceiling, incorporating a simple coat mold at the ceiling. The west wall of the kitchen is primarily floor-to-ceiling storage behind paneled doors. So the refrigeration and freezers are fully integrated. The island has a custom steel base with hammered legs, with a natural wax finish on it. The top is soapstone and incorporates an integral drain board in the kitchen sink. We did custom bar stools with steel bases and upholstered seats. At the range, we incorporated stainless steel countertops to integrate with the range itself, to make that more seamless flow. The edge detail is historic from the 1930s. There is a concealed sort of office for the homeowner behind custom, bi-folding panel doors. So it can be closed and totally concealed, or opened up and engaged with the kitchen. In the office area, which was a former pantry, we repurposed a granite marble top that was on the former island. Then the walls have a grass cloth wall covering, which is pinnable, so the homeowner can display photographs, calendars, and schedules.

This residence was a complete gut renovation of a 4-story row house in Park Slope, and included a new rear extension and penthouse addition. The owners wished to create a warm, family home using a modern language that would act as a clean canvas to feature rich textiles and items from their world travels. As with most Brooklyn row houses, the existing house suffered from a lack of natural light and connection to exterior spaces, an issue that Principal Brendan Coburn is acutely aware of from his experience re-imagining historic structures in the New York area. The resulting architecture is designed around moments featuring natural light and views to the exterior, of both the private garden and the sky, throughout the house, and a stripped-down language of detailing and finishes allows for the concept of the modern-natural to shine. Upon entering the home, the kitchen and dining space draw you in with views beyond through the large glazed opening at the rear of the house. An extension was built to allow for a large sunken living room that provides a family gathering space connected to the kitchen and dining room, but remains distinctly separate, with a strong visual connection to the rear garden. The open sculptural stair tower was designed to function like that of a traditional row house stair, but with a smaller footprint. By extending it up past the original roof level into the new penthouse, the stair becomes an atmospheric shaft for the spaces surrounding the core. All types of weather – sunshine, rain, lightning, can be sensed throughout the home through this unifying vertical environment. The stair space also strives to foster family communication, making open living spaces visible between floors. At the upper-most level, a free-form bench sits suspended over the stair, just by the new roof deck, which provides at-ease entertaining. Oak was used throughout the home as a unifying material element. As one travels upwards within the house, the oak finishes are bleached to further degrees as a nod to how light enters the home. The owners worked with CWB to add their own personality to the project. The meter of a white oak and blackened steel stair screen was designed by the family to read “I love you” in Morse Code, and tile was selected throughout to reference places that hold special significance to the family. To support the owners’ comfort, the architectural design engages passive house technologies to reduce energy use, while increasing air quality within the home – a strategy which aims to respect the environment while providing a refuge from the harsh elements of urban living. This project was published by Wendy Goodman as her Space of the Week, part of New York Magazine’s Design Hunting on The Cut. Photography by Kevin Kunstadt

This residence was a complete gut renovation of a 4-story row house in Park Slope, and included a new rear extension and penthouse addition. The owners wished to create a warm, family home using a modern language that would act as a clean canvas to feature rich textiles and items from their world travels. As with most Brooklyn row houses, the existing house suffered from a lack of natural light and connection to exterior spaces, an issue that Principal Brendan Coburn is acutely aware of from his experience re-imagining historic structures in the New York area. The resulting architecture is designed around moments featuring natural light and views to the exterior, of both the private garden and the sky, throughout the house, and a stripped-down language of detailing and finishes allows for the concept of the modern-natural to shine. Upon entering the home, the kitchen and dining space draw you in with views beyond through the large glazed opening at the rear of the house. An extension was built to allow for a large sunken living room that provides a family gathering space connected to the kitchen and dining room, but remains distinctly separate, with a strong visual connection to the rear garden. The open sculptural stair tower was designed to function like that of a traditional row house stair, but with a smaller footprint. By extending it up past the original roof level into the new penthouse, the stair becomes an atmospheric shaft for the spaces surrounding the core. All types of weather – sunshine, rain, lightning, can be sensed throughout the home through this unifying vertical environment. The stair space also strives to foster family communication, making open living spaces visible between floors. At the upper-most level, a free-form bench sits suspended over the stair, just by the new roof deck, which provides at-ease entertaining. Oak was used throughout the home as a unifying material element. As one travels upwards within the house, the oak finishes are bleached to further degrees as a nod to how light enters the home. The owners worked with CWB to add their own personality to the project. The meter of a white oak and blackened steel stair screen was designed by the family to read “I love you” in Morse Code, and tile was selected throughout to reference places that hold special significance to the family. To support the owners’ comfort, the architectural design engages passive house technologies to reduce energy use, while increasing air quality within the home – a strategy which aims to respect the environment while providing a refuge from the harsh elements of urban living. This project was published by Wendy Goodman as her Space of the Week, part of New York Magazine’s Design Hunting on The Cut. Photography by Kevin Kunstadt

JDBG is wrapping up work on an expansive 2-story sunroom addition that also included modifications to the existing home’s interior and significant exterior improvements as well. The original project brief was to provide a conditioned 4-season sunroom addition where the homeowners could relax and enjoy their wooded views. As we delved deeper into our client’s overall objectives, it became clear that this would be no ordinary sunroom addition. The resulting 16’x25’ sunroom is a showstopper with 10’ high ceilings and wall to wall windows offering expansive views of the surrounding landscape. As we recommend with most addition projects, the process started with our Preliminary Design Study to determine project goals, design concepts, project feasibility and associated budget estimates. During this process, our design team worked to ensure that both interior and exterior were fully integrated. We conducted in-depth programming to identify key goals and needs which would inform the design and performed a field survey and zoning analysis to identify any constraints that could impact the plans. The next step was to develop conceptual designs that addressed the program requirements. Using a combination of 3-D massing, interior/exterior renderings, precedent imaging and space planning, the design concept was revised and refined. At the end of the study we had an approved schematic design and comprehensive budget estimates for the 2-story addition and were ready to move into design development, construction documentation, trade coordination, and final pricing. A complex project such as this involves architectural and interior design, structural and civil engineering, landscape design and environmental considerations. Multiple trades and subs are engaged during construction, from HVAC to electrical and plumbing, framers, carpenters and masons, roofers and painters just to name a few. JDBG was there every step of the way to ensure quality construction. Other notable features of the renovation included expanding the home’s existing dining room, incorporating a custom ‘dish room,’ and providing fully conditioned storage and his & her workrooms on the lower level. A new front portico will visually connect the old and new structures and a brand new roof, shutters and paint will further transform the exterior. Thoughtful planning was also given to the landscape, including a back deck, stone patio and walkways, plantings and exterior lighting. Stay tuned for more photos as this sunroom addition nears completion.

This residence was a complete gut renovation of a 4-story row house in Park Slope, and included a new rear extension and penthouse addition. The owners wished to create a warm, family home using a modern language that would act as a clean canvas to feature rich textiles and items from their world travels. As with most Brooklyn row houses, the existing house suffered from a lack of natural light and connection to exterior spaces, an issue that Principal Brendan Coburn is acutely aware of from his experience re-imagining historic structures in the New York area. The resulting architecture is designed around moments featuring natural light and views to the exterior, of both the private garden and the sky, throughout the house, and a stripped-down language of detailing and finishes allows for the concept of the modern-natural to shine. Upon entering the home, the kitchen and dining space draw you in with views beyond through the large glazed opening at the rear of the house. An extension was built to allow for a large sunken living room that provides a family gathering space connected to the kitchen and dining room, but remains distinctly separate, with a strong visual connection to the rear garden. The open sculptural stair tower was designed to function like that of a traditional row house stair, but with a smaller footprint. By extending it up past the original roof level into the new penthouse, the stair becomes an atmospheric shaft for the spaces surrounding the core. All types of weather – sunshine, rain, lightning, can be sensed throughout the home through this unifying vertical environment. The stair space also strives to foster family communication, making open living spaces visible between floors. At the upper-most level, a free-form bench sits suspended over the stair, just by the new roof deck, which provides at-ease entertaining. Oak was used throughout the home as a unifying material element. As one travels upwards within the house, the oak finishes are bleached to further degrees as a nod to how light enters the home. The owners worked with CWB to add their own personality to the project. The meter of a white oak and blackened steel stair screen was designed by the family to read “I love you” in Morse Code, and tile was selected throughout to reference places that hold special significance to the family. To support the owners’ comfort, the architectural design engages passive house technologies to reduce energy use, while increasing air quality within the home – a strategy which aims to respect the environment while providing a refuge from the harsh elements of urban living. This project was published by Wendy Goodman as her Space of the Week, part of New York Magazine’s Design Hunting on The Cut. Photography by Kevin Kunstadt

THE SETUP Once these empty nest homeowners decided to stay put, they knew a new kitchen was in order. Passionate about cooking, entertaining, and hosting holiday gatherings, they found their existing kitchen inadequate. The space, with its traditional style and outdated layout, was far from ideal. They longed for an elegant, timeless kitchen that was not only show-stopping but also functional, seamlessly catering to both their daily routines and special occasions with friends and family. Another key factor was its future appeal to potential buyers, as they’re ready to enjoy their new kitchen while also considering downsizing in the future. Design Objectives: Create a more streamlined, open space Eliminate traditional elements Improve flow for entertaining and everyday use Omit dated posts and soffits Include storage for small appliances to keep counters clutter-free Address mail organization and phone charging concerns THE REMODEL Design Challenges: Compensate for lost storage from omitted wall cabinets Revise floorplan to feature a single, spacious island Enhance island seating proximity for a more engaging atmosphere Address awkward space above existing built-ins Improve natural light blocked by wall cabinet near the window Create a highly functional space tailored for entertaining Design Solutions: Tall cabinetry and pull-outs maximize storage efficiency A generous single island promotes seamless flow and ample prep space Strategic island seating arrangement fosters easy conversation New built-ins fill arched openings, ensuring a custom, clutter-free look Replace wall cabinet with lighted open shelves for an airy feel Galley Dresser and Workstation offer impeccable organization and versatility, creating the perfect setup for entertaining with everything easily accessible. THE RENEWED SPACE The new kitchen exceeded every expectation, thrilling the clients with its revitalized, expansive design and thoughtful functionality. The transformation brought to life an open space adorned with marble accents, a state-of-the-art steam oven, and the seamless integration of the Galley Dresser, crafting a kitchen not just to be used, but to be cherished. This is more than a culinary space; it’s a new heart of their home, ready to host countless memories and culinary adventures. Visual Comfort pendant light pair strikes over the large island.

This residence was a complete gut renovation of a 4-story row house in Park Slope, and included a new rear extension and penthouse addition. The owners wished to create a warm, family home using a modern language that would act as a clean canvas to feature rich textiles and items from their world travels. As with most Brooklyn row houses, the existing house suffered from a lack of natural light and connection to exterior spaces, an issue that Principal Brendan Coburn is acutely aware of from his experience re-imagining historic structures in the New York area. The resulting architecture is designed around moments featuring natural light and views to the exterior, of both the private garden and the sky, throughout the house, and a stripped-down language of detailing and finishes allows for the concept of the modern-natural to shine. Upon entering the home, the kitchen and dining space draw you in with views beyond through the large glazed opening at the rear of the house. An extension was built to allow for a large sunken living room that provides a family gathering space connected to the kitchen and dining room, but remains distinctly separate, with a strong visual connection to the rear garden. The open sculptural stair tower was designed to function like that of a traditional row house stair, but with a smaller footprint. By extending it up past the original roof level into the new penthouse, the stair becomes an atmospheric shaft for the spaces surrounding the core. All types of weather – sunshine, rain, lightning, can be sensed throughout the home through this unifying vertical environment. The stair space also strives to foster family communication, making open living spaces visible between floors. At the upper-most level, a free-form bench sits suspended over the stair, just by the new roof deck, which provides at-ease entertaining. Oak was used throughout the home as a unifying material element. As one travels upwards within the house, the oak finishes are bleached to further degrees as a nod to how light enters the home. The owners worked with CWB to add their own personality to the project. The meter of a white oak and blackened steel stair screen was designed by the family to read “I love you” in Morse Code, and tile was selected throughout to reference places that hold special significance to the family. To support the owners’ comfort, the architectural design engages passive house technologies to reduce energy use, while increasing air quality within the home – a strategy which aims to respect the environment while providing a refuge from the harsh elements of urban living. This project was published by Wendy Goodman as her Space of the Week, part of New York Magazine’s Design Hunting on The Cut. Photography by Kevin Kunstadt

This residence was a complete gut renovation of a 4-story row house in Park Slope, and included a new rear extension and penthouse addition. The owners wished to create a warm, family home using a modern language that would act as a clean canvas to feature rich textiles and items from their world travels. As with most Brooklyn row houses, the existing house suffered from a lack of natural light and connection to exterior spaces, an issue that Principal Brendan Coburn is acutely aware of from his experience re-imagining historic structures in the New York area. The resulting architecture is designed around moments featuring natural light and views to the exterior, of both the private garden and the sky, throughout the house, and a stripped-down language of detailing and finishes allows for the concept of the modern-natural to shine. Upon entering the home, the kitchen and dining space draw you in with views beyond through the large glazed opening at the rear of the house. An extension was built to allow for a large sunken living room that provides a family gathering space connected to the kitchen and dining room, but remains distinctly separate, with a strong visual connection to the rear garden. The open sculptural stair tower was designed to function like that of a traditional row house stair, but with a smaller footprint. By extending it up past the original roof level into the new penthouse, the stair becomes an atmospheric shaft for the spaces surrounding the core. All types of weather – sunshine, rain, lightning, can be sensed throughout the home through this unifying vertical environment. The stair space also strives to foster family communication, making open living spaces visible between floors. At the upper-most level, a free-form bench sits suspended over the stair, just by the new roof deck, which provides at-ease entertaining. Oak was used throughout the home as a unifying material element. As one travels upwards within the house, the oak finishes are bleached to further degrees as a nod to how light enters the home. The owners worked with CWB to add their own personality to the project. The meter of a white oak and blackened steel stair screen was designed by the family to read “I love you” in Morse Code, and tile was selected throughout to reference places that hold special significance to the family. To support the owners’ comfort, the architectural design engages passive house technologies to reduce energy use, while increasing air quality within the home – a strategy which aims to respect the environment while providing a refuge from the harsh elements of urban living. This project was published by Wendy Goodman as her Space of the Week, part of New York Magazine’s Design Hunting on The Cut. Photography by Kevin Kunstadt

THE SETUP Once these empty nest homeowners decided to stay put, they knew a new kitchen was in order. Passionate about cooking, entertaining, and hosting holiday gatherings, they found their existing kitchen inadequate. The space, with its traditional style and outdated layout, was far from ideal. They longed for an elegant, timeless kitchen that was not only show-stopping but also functional, seamlessly catering to both their daily routines and special occasions with friends and family. Another key factor was its future appeal to potential buyers, as they’re ready to enjoy their new kitchen while also considering downsizing in the future. Design Objectives: Create a more streamlined, open space Eliminate traditional elements Improve flow for entertaining and everyday use Omit dated posts and soffits Include storage for small appliances to keep counters clutter-free Address mail organization and phone charging concerns THE REMODEL Design Challenges: Compensate for lost storage from omitted wall cabinets Revise floorplan to feature a single, spacious island Enhance island seating proximity for a more engaging atmosphere Address awkward space above existing built-ins Improve natural light blocked by wall cabinet near the window Create a highly functional space tailored for entertaining Design Solutions: Tall cabinetry and pull-outs maximize storage efficiency A generous single island promotes seamless flow and ample prep space Strategic island seating arrangement fosters easy conversation New built-ins fill arched openings, ensuring a custom, clutter-free look Replace wall cabinet with lighted open shelves for an airy feel Galley Dresser and Workstation offer impeccable organization and versatility, creating the perfect setup for entertaining with everything easily accessible. THE RENEWED SPACE The new kitchen exceeded every expectation, thrilling the clients with its revitalized, expansive design and thoughtful functionality. The transformation brought to life an open space adorned with marble accents, a state-of-the-art steam oven, and the seamless integration of the Galley Dresser, crafting a kitchen not just to be used, but to be cherished. This is more than a culinary space; it’s a new heart of their home, ready to host countless memories and culinary adventures. Visual Comfort pendant light pair strikes over the large island.

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