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The Artisans Group, Inc.Winner of the 2018 Tour of Homes Best Remodel, this whole house re-design of a 1963 Bennet & Johnson mid-century raised ranch home is a beautiful example of the magic we can weave through the application of more sustainable modern design principles to existing spaces.
We worked closely with our client on extensive updates to create a modernized MCM gem.
Extensive alterations include:
- a completely redesigned floor plan to promote a more intuitive flow throughout
- vaulted the ceilings over the great room to create an amazing entrance and feeling of inspired openness
- redesigned entry and driveway to be more inviting and welcoming as well as to experientially set the mid-century modern stage
- the removal of a visually disruptive load bearing central wall and chimney system that formerly partitioned the homes’ entry, dining, kitchen and living rooms from each other
- added clerestory windows above the new kitchen to accentuate the new vaulted ceiling line and create a greater visual continuation of indoor to outdoor space
- drastically increased the access to natural light by increasing window sizes and opening up the floor plan
- placed natural wood elements throughout to provide a calming palette and cohesive Pacific Northwest feel
- incorporated Universal Design principles to make the home Aging In Place ready with wide hallways and accessible spaces, including single-floor living if needed
- moved and completely redesigned the stairway to work for the home’s occupants and be a part of the cohesive design aesthetic
- mixed custom tile layouts with more traditional tiling to create fun and playful visual experiences
- custom designed and sourced MCM specific elements such as the entry screen, cabinetry and lighting
- development of the downstairs for potential future use by an assisted living caretaker
- energy efficiency upgrades seamlessly woven in with much improved insulation, ductless mini splits and solar gain
David Clark Construction, LLCTroy Glasgow
Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless brick front porch remodel in Nashville with a roof extension
Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless brick front porch remodel in Nashville with a roof extension
Byggmeister IncPhoto by Mike Casey
The owners of this 1960s ranch house loved their house but it wasn't configured to meet their needs. The house had only two small bedrooms for the family of four, and there was no casual living space for parents and kids to hang out separately. Neither we nor the clients wanted to increase the home's energy usage. It was a tall order: could we increase the home's size without increasing its energy footprint?
ADDING FUNCTIONALITY
We built two small additions, one at the front of the home and one off the side adjacent to the two existing bedrooms. These new spaces provided an additional bedroom on the main level as well as a new stair down to the basement. At basement level, the additions yielded a guest room, a full bathroom and a laundry area. The existing basement, which is now easily accessible from the main floor, was refinished as a casual family room.
The architect designed the new spaces to be spare and bright, replicating the mid-century aesthetic. Every detail—from the open stair, to the light maple floors, to the detailing of the bathroom vanity—echoes the vintage and character of the original home.
INTEGRATING ENERGY AND DESIGN
The key to meeting this challenge was a rigorous and integrated planning process with early-stage energy modeling accompanying design. As the architect (Anita Rogers) worked out the space plan, the energy consultant (Mike Duclos) analyzed how various scenarios could be combined with envelope and mechanical packages to not only hold the line on energy use but improve performance. We anticipate the plan we settled on will save 25% annually over pre-project energy use.
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New Eco LandscapesPhotos by Lori Cannava
Inspiration for a small contemporary backyard stone patio remodel in New York
Inspiration for a small contemporary backyard stone patio remodel in New York
ODS ArchitectureOriginally a nearly three-story tall 1920’s European-styled home was turned into a modern villa for work and home. A series of low concrete retaining wall planters and steps gradually takes you up to the second level entry, grounding or anchoring the house into the site, as does a new wrap around veranda and trellis. Large eave overhangs on the upper roof were designed to give the home presence and were accented with a Mid-century orange color. The new master bedroom addition white box creates a better sense of entry and opens to the wrap around veranda at the opposite side. Inside the owners live on the lower floor and work on the upper floor with the garage basement for storage, archives and a ceramics studio. New windows and open spaces were created for the graphic designer owners; displaying their mid-century modern furnishings collection.
A lot of effort went into attempting to lower the house visually by bringing the ground plane higher with the concrete retaining wall planters, steps, wrap around veranda and trellis, and the prominent roof with exaggerated overhangs. That the eaves were painted orange is a cool reflection of the owner’s Dutch heritage. Budget was a driver for the project and it was determined that the footprint of the home should have minimal extensions and that the new windows remain in the same relative locations as the old ones. Wall removal was utilized versus moving and building new walls where possible.
Photo Credit: John Sutton Photography.
ChangoInterior Design, Interior Architecture, Custom Millwork Design, Furniture Design, Art Curation, & AV Design by Chango & Co.
Photography by Sean Litchfield
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Idea Space Architecture + DesignPhotography by Anna Herbst
Bedroom - mid-sized transitional master dark wood floor bedroom idea in New York with beige walls
Bedroom - mid-sized transitional master dark wood floor bedroom idea in New York with beige walls
The Gaines Group ArchitectsThis contemporary Harrisonburg Farmhouse was built by Beck Builders.
Photo by Susan Beck
Large cottage galley mudroom photo in Richmond with shaker cabinets, white cabinets and a side-by-side washer/dryer
Large cottage galley mudroom photo in Richmond with shaker cabinets, white cabinets and a side-by-side washer/dryer
The Gaines Group ArchitectsContemporary home built on an infill lot in downtown Harrisonburg. The goal of saving as many trees as possible led to the creation of a bridge to the front door. This not only allowed for saving trees, but also created a reduction is site development costs.
Platinum Homes by Mark MolthanPage // Agency
Living room - huge transitional open concept medium tone wood floor living room idea in Dallas with white walls and a wall-mounted tv
Living room - huge transitional open concept medium tone wood floor living room idea in Dallas with white walls and a wall-mounted tv
Backyard BuildingsThis 10x10 shed can easily be customized with a wide variety of high quality accessories that will not only protect your investment, it will make your daily tasks much easier. For extra light inside your storage shed, add a large window. If you plan on storing items that emit chemical vapors such as gasoline, get a wall vent, ridge vent or venting skylight for more air circulation. We're your one stop shop for high quality 10x10 sheds and accessories.
Dennis Moffitt PaintingMid-sized beach style kids' ceramic tile freestanding bathtub photo in Providence with a trough sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a two-piece toilet and multicolored walls
Katie Grace DesignsLiving room - traditional formal medium tone wood floor living room idea in Little Rock with beige walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and no tv
Clearcut & CoLove how this kitchen renovation creates an open feel for our clients to their dining room and office and a better transition to back yard!
Eat-in kitchen - large transitional u-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen idea in Raleigh with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite countertops, gray backsplash, marble backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops
Eat-in kitchen - large transitional u-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen idea in Raleigh with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite countertops, gray backsplash, marble backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops
The Gaines Group ArchitectsOpen floor plan concept with lots of light and vaulted ceiling.
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern open concept medium tone wood floor family room remodel with white walls and a media wall
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern open concept medium tone wood floor family room remodel with white walls and a media wall
DreamMaker Bath & KitchenTo meet code and gain floor space, we tore out the bulky sink cabinet and installed the smallest pedestal sink we could find.
Small trendy 3/4 blue tile ceramic tile alcove bathtub photo in Minneapolis with a pedestal sink, a two-piece toilet and white walls
Small trendy 3/4 blue tile ceramic tile alcove bathtub photo in Minneapolis with a pedestal sink, a two-piece toilet and white walls
The Gaines Group Architects458 sf house built in Harrisonburg Virginia. The home features a storage loft above the bedroom and vaulted ceilings. Our goal was to provide the most energy-efficient home possible on a limited budget.
GAINES GENERAL CONTRACTINGThis is an example of a mid-sized transitional backyard landscaping in Los Angeles.
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