Scott Carlisle
Inspiration for an eclectic home design remodel in Birmingham

A strong mix of contemporary colors and forms with traditional farmhouse aesthetics.
Inspiration for a timeless family room remodel in Columbus

This historic 1840’s Gothic Revival home perched on the harbor, presented an array of challenges: they included a narrow-restricted lot cozy to the neighboring properties, a sensitive coastal location, and a structure desperately in need of major renovations. The renovation concept respected the historic notion of individual rooms and connecting hallways, yet wanted to take better advantage of water views. The solution was an expansion of windows on the water siding of the house, and a small addition that incorporates an open kitchen/family room concept, the street face of the home was historically preserved. The interior of the home has been completely refreshed, bringing in a combined reflection of art and family history with modern fanciful choices. Adds testament to the successful renovation, the master bathroom has been described as “full of rainbows” in the morning.

This historic 1840’s Gothic Revival home perched on the harbor, presented an array of challenges: they included a narrow-restricted lot cozy to the neighboring properties, a sensitive coastal location, and a structure desperately in need of major renovations. The renovation concept respected the historic notion of individual rooms and connecting hallways, yet wanted to take better advantage of water views. The solution was an expansion of windows on the water siding of the house, and a small addition that incorporates an open kitchen/family room concept, the street face of the home was historically preserved. The interior of the home has been completely refreshed, bringing in a combined reflection of art and family history with modern fanciful choices. Adds testament to the successful renovation, the master bathroom has been described as “full of rainbows” in the morning.

Gothic Revival folly addition to Federal style home. High design. photo Kevin Sprague
Mid-sized ornate brown one-story wood house exterior photo in Boston with a hip roof and a shingle roof

Inspiration for a mediterranean stucco exterior home remodel in Miami

Example of a classic brick exterior home design in Dallas

This is a library we built last year that became a centerpiece feature in "The Classical American House" book by Phillip James Dodd. We are also featured on the back cover. Asked to replicate and finish to match with new materials, we built this 16' high room using only the original Gothic arches that were existing. All other materials are new and finished to match. We thank John Milner Architects for the opportunity and the results are spectacular. Photography: Tom Crane

Dennis Mayer Photography www.chilternestate.com
Design ideas for a huge traditional full sun front yard landscaping in San Francisco.

Known as "Edgewood," this home on the National Register of Historic Places was built on a Revolutionary War battlefield in 1845. Combining Gothic Revival architecture with Quaker influences - and a tower addition built in 1889 - "Edgewood" stands out in a region dominated by Colonial architecture. Photo by John Welsh.

The Gothic Revival Farmhouse look grew organically as the program for the house progressed. The style is attractive and charming, and is made of simple forms that are easy to build. Views determined the positioning and adjacency of the major spaces in the house during the predesign stage, even before the design work began. Strategically placed windows capture dramatic vistas while the placement of the house blocks less desirable views. Almost every room in the open interior does "double duty" for the family, keeping costs down and creating an open, comfortable flow.

Mountain style one-story wood exterior home photo in Other with a shingle roof

Inspiration for a rustic guest bedroom remodel in Other with beige walls and no fireplace

Pennings & Sons
Large elegant green two-story wood exterior home photo in Grand Rapids with a shingle roof

Stephanie Barnes-Castro is a full service architectural firm specializing in sustainable design serving Santa Cruz County. Her goal is to design a home to seamlessly tie into the natural environment and be aesthetically pleasing and energy efficient.

Example of an eclectic yellow two-story wood exterior home design in Boston

Mid-sized farmhouse two-story exterior home photo in Nashville

Pennings & Sons
Inspiration for a large timeless green two-story wood exterior home remodel in Grand Rapids with a shingle roof

Inspiration for a country porch remodel in Columbus