City living can lead to creativity, like this complete remodel that also included a rooftop patio. A NARI Contractor of the Year award winner, this contemporary design relies heavily on straight lines and metallic accents.

Step out onto the rooftop garden for a view of the surrounding woods. Enjoy the firepit, the cedar soaking tub and the covered patio area
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Shaded nook perfect for a beach read. Photography: Van Inwegen Digital Arts.
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Photo: Jason Snyder © 2013 Houzz
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Photo Credit: John Linden
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A modern inspired, contemporary town house in Philadelphia's most historic neighborhood. This custom built luxurious home provides state of the art urban living on six levels with all the conveniences of suburban homes. Vertical staking allows for each floor to have its own function, feel, style and purpose, yet they all blend to create a rarely seen home. A six-level elevator makes movement easy throughout. With over 5,000 square feet of usable indoor space and over 1,200 square feet of usable exterior space, this is urban living at its best. Breathtaking 360 degree views from the roof deck with outdoor kitchen and plunge pool makes this home a 365 day a year oasis in the city. Photography by Jay Greene.

Neil Landino. Design Credit: Stephen Stimson Associates
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Builder: Dan Kippley Photography: Todd Barnett
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Photography by Eric Laignel
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Featured in the 2013 AIA San Francisco Home Tour, this Bernal Heights residence was transformed from a drab stucco box to an architectural gem prominently positioned to take in bridge to bridge views. Scope of work consisted of a complete gut of the existing house and adding a third story to capture kitchen, dining and living room functions. An exterior Skatelite rainscreen system provides street side privacy while modest materials and simple glass box bring in the views without distraction.

Lounge at the bar area with a signature Kimera Fire table, Frosted glass for privacy.
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