This renovated brick rowhome in Boston’s South End offers a modern aesthetic within a historic structure, creative use of space, exceptional thermal comfort, a reduced carbon footprint, and a passive stream of income. DESIGN PRIORITIES. The goals for the project were clear - design the primary unit to accommodate the family’s modern lifestyle, rework the layout to create a desirable rental unit, improve thermal comfort and introduce a modern aesthetic. We designed the street-level entry as a shared entrance for both the primary and rental unit. The family uses it as their everyday entrance - we planned for bike storage and an open mudroom with bench and shoe storage to facilitate the change from shoes to slippers or bare feet as they enter their home. On the main level, we expanded the kitchen into the dining room to create an eat-in space with generous counter space and storage, as well as a comfortable connection to the living space. The second floor serves as master suite for the couple - a bedroom with a walk-in-closet and ensuite bathroom, and an adjacent study, with refinished original pumpkin pine floors. The upper floor, aside from a guest bedroom, is the child's domain with interconnected spaces for sleeping, work and play. In the play space, which can be separated from the work space with new translucent sliding doors, we incorporated recreational features inspired by adventurous and competitive television shows, at their son’s request. MODERN MEETS TRADITIONAL. We left the historic front facade of the building largely unchanged - the security bars were removed from the windows and the single pane windows were replaced with higher performing historic replicas. We designed the interior and rear facade with a vision of warm modernism, weaving in the notable period features. Each element was either restored or reinterpreted to blend with the modern aesthetic. The detailed ceiling in the living space, for example, has a new matte monochromatic finish, and the wood stairs are covered in a dark grey floor paint, whereas the mahogany doors were simply refinished. New wide plank wood flooring with a neutral finish, floor-to-ceiling casework, and bold splashes of color in wall paint and tile, and oversized high-performance windows (on the rear facade) round out the modern aesthetic. RENTAL INCOME. The existing rowhome was zoned for a 2-family dwelling but included an undesirable, single-floor studio apartment at the garden level with low ceiling heights and questionable emergency egress. In order to increase the quality and quantity of space in the rental unit, we reimagined it as a two-floor, 1 or 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment with a modern aesthetic, increased ceiling height on the lowest level and provided an in-unit washer/dryer. The apartment was listed with Jackie O'Connor Real Estate and rented immediately, providing the owners with a source of passive income. ENCLOSURE WITH BENEFITS. The homeowners sought a minimal carbon footprint, enabled by their urban location and lifestyle decisions, paired with the benefits of a high-performance home. The extent of the renovation allowed us to implement a deep energy retrofit (DER) to address air tightness, insulation, and high-performance windows. The historic front facade is insulated from the interior, while the rear facade is insulated on the exterior. Together with these building enclosure improvements, we designed an HVAC system comprised of continuous fresh air ventilation, and an efficient, all-electric heating and cooling system to decouple the house from natural gas. This strategy provides optimal thermal comfort and indoor air quality, improved acoustic isolation from street noise and neighbors, as well as a further reduced carbon footprint. We also took measures to prepare the roof for future solar panels, for when the South End neighborhood’s aging electrical infrastructure is upgraded to allow them. URBAN LIVING. The desirable neighborhood location allows the both the homeowners and tenant to walk, bike, and use public transportation to access the city, while each charging their respective plug-in electric cars behind the building to travel greater distances. OVERALL. The understated rowhouse is now ready for another century of urban living, offering the owners comfort and convenience as they live life as an expression of their values. Eric Roth Photo

This thoughtfully designed and newly constructed sleek and modern residence is in Flatbush. Each duplex style apartment has upper floor spacious bedrooms and bathrooms. It is near convenient subway stations and has plenty of outdoor space with a shared backyard and exquisite sky lounge rooftop views of Manhattan. The high-end apartments have durable hardwood floors with central air-conditioning for maximum comfort. For weekends with friends, there is a common game room with pool tables to enjoy. Walk into the spacious duplex bathroom to find our black high gloss Atwood Vanity sink cabinet. This sleek and rigid block provides a durable casing with a gentle curve and polished chrome handles. With a curved and secure handle, you can easily open the cabinet and take advantage of the smartly designed storage. This is paired with our Frameport Standard Single Bowl Sink; it is elevated with a sophisticated and glossy modern design with a white shine. The toilet bowls are our ceramic glazed white MOTB2W and OE12W models. These have a fine finish with durable materials for maximum comfort and efficiency. The ceramic layer prevents mold and debris and is easy to clean. The toilet has a double flush function which reduces water consumption and saves energy. The Drop-in and Alcove unique tub is a symbol of maximum quality with a reinforced fiberglass glossy shine. The material is very easy to clean, and it retains heat to exude warmth during cold days.

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This new 6400 s.f. two-story split-level home lifts upward and orients toward unobstructed views of Windy Hill. The deep overhanging flat roof design with a stepped fascia preserves the classic modern lines of the building while incorporating a Zero-Net Energy photovoltaic panel system. From start to finish, the construction is uniformly energy efficient and follows California Build It Green guidelines. Many sustainable finish materials are used on both the interior and exterior, including recycled old growth cedar and pre-fabricated concrete panel siding. Photo by: www.bernardandre.com

Cherry custom cabinetry by Wood-Mode (tm) with granite countertops anchor this highly functional and efficient kitchen. This gorgeous kitchen is illuminated by beautiful high-end pendant lights, along with high-efficiency LED under-cabinet lights and recessed cans.

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Fantastic opportunity to own a new construction home in Vickery Place, built by J. Parker Custom Homes. This beautiful Craftsman features 4 oversized bedrooms, 3.5 luxurious bathrooms, and over 4,000 sq.ft. Kitchen boasts high end appliances and opens to living area .Massive upstairs master suite with fireplace and spa like bathroom. Additional features include natural finished oak floors, automatic side gate, and multiple energy efficient items.

FullView Modern Perfectly refined, thoroughly Mendota Designed for those who are ready for the next level of fireplace enjoyment, the Mendota Modern transcends traditional fireplace design and elevates it to a new level of elegance and sophistication. The fact that the passion and beauty is fueled by efficient Mendota BurnGreen™ technology adds to its refined, contemporary appeal. FullView Modern Blending contemporary elements with the primal, instinctive allure of fire, this simple yet stunning fireplace makes a confident statement in any room. An elegant, contemporary fireplace that’s smarter, too Flames leap from a base of natural river rock or glass fire stones A choice of interior linings that intensify the nuances of the fire Combines today’s high-efficiency green technology with century-old Mendota craftsmanship Easily customized with a choice of fronts, doors, fire base and interior linings Remote controlled variable flames: 18,000 to 29,000 BTUH

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3,800sf, 4 bdrm, 3.5 bath with oversized 4 car garage and over 270sf Loggia; climate controlled wine room and bar, Tech Room, landscaping and pool. Solar, high efficiency HVAC and insulation was used which resulted in huge rebates from utility companies, enhancing the ROI. The challenge with this property was the downslope lot, sewer system was lower than main line at the street thus requiring a special pump system. Retaining walls to create a flat usable back yard. ESI Builders is a subsidiary of EnergyWise Solutions, Inc. and was formed by Allan, Bob and Dave to fulfill an important need for quality home builders and remodeling services in the Sacramento region. With a strong and growing referral base, we decided to provide a convenient one-stop option for our clients and focus on combining our key services: quality custom homes and remodels, turnkey client partnering and communication, and energy efficient and environmentally sustainable measures in all we do. Through energy efficient appliances and fixtures, solar power, high efficiency heating and cooling systems, enhanced insulation and sealing, and other construction elements – we go beyond simple code compliance and give you immediate savings and greater sustainability for your new or remodeled home. All of the design work and construction tasks for our clients are done by or supervised by our highly trained, professional staff. This not only saves you money, it provides a peace of mind that all of the details are taken care of and the job is being done right – to Perfection. Our service does not stop after we clean up and drive off. We continue to provide support for any warranty issues that arise and give you administrative support as needed in order to assure you obtain any energy-related tax incentives or rebates. This ‘One call does it all’ philosophy assures that your experience in remodeling or upgrading your home is an enjoyable one. ESI Builders was formed by professionals with varying backgrounds and a common interest to provide you, our clients, with options to live more comfortably, save money, and enjoy quality homes for many years to come. As our company continues to grow and evolve, the expertise has been quickly growing to include several job foreman, tradesmen, and support staff. In response to our growth, we will continue to hire well-qualified staff and we will remain committed to maintaining a level of quality, attention to detail, and pursuit of perfection.

ZeroEnergy Design (ZED) created this modern home for a progressive family in the desirable community of Lexington. Thoughtful Land Connection. The residence is carefully sited on the infill lot so as to create privacy from the road and neighbors, while cultivating a side yard that captures the southern sun. The terraced grade rises to meet the house, allowing for it to maintain a structured connection with the ground while also sitting above the high water table. The elevated outdoor living space maintains a strong connection with the indoor living space, while the stepped edge ties it back to the true ground plane. Siting and outdoor connections were completed by ZED in collaboration with landscape designer Soren Deniord Design Studio. Exterior Finishes and Solar. The exterior finish materials include a palette of shiplapped wood siding, through-colored fiber cement panels and stucco. A rooftop parapet hides the solar panels above, while a gutter and site drainage system directs rainwater into an irrigation cistern and dry wells that recharge the groundwater. Cooking, Dining, Living. Inside, the kitchen, fabricated by Henrybuilt, is located between the indoor and outdoor dining areas. The expansive south-facing sliding door opens to seamlessly connect the spaces, using a retractable awning to provide shade during the summer while still admitting the warming winter sun. The indoor living space continues from the dining areas across to the sunken living area, with a view that returns again to the outside through the corner wall of glass. Accessible Guest Suite. The design of the first level guest suite provides for both aging in place and guests who regularly visit for extended stays. The patio off the north side of the house affords guests their own private outdoor space, and privacy from the neighbor. Similarly, the second level master suite opens to an outdoor private roof deck. Light and Access. The wide open interior stair with a glass panel rail leads from the top level down to the well insulated basement. The design of the basement, used as an away/play space, addresses the need for both natural light and easy access. In addition to the open stairwell, light is admitted to the north side of the area with a high performance, Passive House (PHI) certified skylight, covering a six by sixteen foot area. On the south side, a unique roof hatch set flush with the deck opens to reveal a glass door at the base of the stairwell which provides additional light and access from the deck above down to the play space. Energy. Energy consumption is reduced by the high performance building envelope, high efficiency mechanical systems, and then offset with renewable energy. All windows and doors are made of high performance triple paned glass with thermally broken aluminum frames. The exterior wall assembly employs dense pack cellulose in the stud cavity, a continuous air barrier, and four inches exterior rigid foam insulation. The 10kW rooftop solar electric system provides clean energy production. The final air leakage testing yielded 0.6 ACH 50 - an extremely air tight house, a testament to the well-designed details, progress testing and quality construction. When compared to a new house built to code requirements, this home consumes only 19% of the energy. Architecture & Energy Consulting: ZeroEnergy Design Landscape Design: Soren Deniord Design Paintings: Bernd Haussmann Studio Photos: Eric Roth Photography

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This renovated brick rowhome in Boston’s South End offers a modern aesthetic within a historic structure, creative use of space, exceptional thermal comfort, a reduced carbon footprint, and a passive stream of income. DESIGN PRIORITIES. The goals for the project were clear - design the primary unit to accommodate the family’s modern lifestyle, rework the layout to create a desirable rental unit, improve thermal comfort and introduce a modern aesthetic. We designed the street-level entry as a shared entrance for both the primary and rental unit. The family uses it as their everyday entrance - we planned for bike storage and an open mudroom with bench and shoe storage to facilitate the change from shoes to slippers or bare feet as they enter their home. On the main level, we expanded the kitchen into the dining room to create an eat-in space with generous counter space and storage, as well as a comfortable connection to the living space. The second floor serves as master suite for the couple - a bedroom with a walk-in-closet and ensuite bathroom, and an adjacent study, with refinished original pumpkin pine floors. The upper floor, aside from a guest bedroom, is the child's domain with interconnected spaces for sleeping, work and play. In the play space, which can be separated from the work space with new translucent sliding doors, we incorporated recreational features inspired by adventurous and competitive television shows, at their son’s request. MODERN MEETS TRADITIONAL. We left the historic front facade of the building largely unchanged - the security bars were removed from the windows and the single pane windows were replaced with higher performing historic replicas. We designed the interior and rear facade with a vision of warm modernism, weaving in the notable period features. Each element was either restored or reinterpreted to blend with the modern aesthetic. The detailed ceiling in the living space, for example, has a new matte monochromatic finish, and the wood stairs are covered in a dark grey floor paint, whereas the mahogany doors were simply refinished. New wide plank wood flooring with a neutral finish, floor-to-ceiling casework, and bold splashes of color in wall paint and tile, and oversized high-performance windows (on the rear facade) round out the modern aesthetic. RENTAL INCOME. The existing rowhome was zoned for a 2-family dwelling but included an undesirable, single-floor studio apartment at the garden level with low ceiling heights and questionable emergency egress. In order to increase the quality and quantity of space in the rental unit, we reimagined it as a two-floor, 1 or 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment with a modern aesthetic, increased ceiling height on the lowest level and provided an in-unit washer/dryer. The apartment was listed with Jackie O'Connor Real Estate and rented immediately, providing the owners with a source of passive income. ENCLOSURE WITH BENEFITS. The homeowners sought a minimal carbon footprint, enabled by their urban location and lifestyle decisions, paired with the benefits of a high-performance home. The extent of the renovation allowed us to implement a deep energy retrofit (DER) to address air tightness, insulation, and high-performance windows. The historic front facade is insulated from the interior, while the rear facade is insulated on the exterior. Together with these building enclosure improvements, we designed an HVAC system comprised of continuous fresh air ventilation, and an efficient, all-electric heating and cooling system to decouple the house from natural gas. This strategy provides optimal thermal comfort and indoor air quality, improved acoustic isolation from street noise and neighbors, as well as a further reduced carbon footprint. We also took measures to prepare the roof for future solar panels, for when the South End neighborhood’s aging electrical infrastructure is upgraded to allow them. URBAN LIVING. The desirable neighborhood location allows the both the homeowners and tenant to walk, bike, and use public transportation to access the city, while each charging their respective plug-in electric cars behind the building to travel greater distances. OVERALL. The understated rowhouse is now ready for another century of urban living, offering the owners comfort and convenience as they live life as an expression of their values. Eric Roth Photo

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4 Bedroom, 2 Bath, Eichler Atrium model appx.1755 sf situated on a 7245 sf parcel The automatic retractable roof over the tiled atrium The stunning modern kitchen features Silestone countertops, custom European cabinetry, and a chef’s island w/ breakfast bar Top of the line modern appliances and fixtures Adjacent to the kitchen is a family room with built-in cabinetry and hutch Open living room/dining room includes a classic Eichler fireplace with a beautiful brick hearth and plenty of floor to ceiling windows Spacious master bedroom suite features floor to ceiling windows with sliding door to the back yard Light & bright remodeled master bath features a custom vanity, granite countertop, modern fixtures and tiled shower Remodeled hall bathroom features granite counters, modern dual sink vanity, tile floor and tub/shower combination Custom tile and mahogany flooring Classic Eichler color palette used outside and modern accent walls inside Original details include mahogany paneling, tongue & groove ceilings, & radiant heating Recessed, designer and accent lighting Newer high-efficiency central heat and AC Versatile backyard artist studio/office Private rear yard features a patio, modern concrete retaining wall and amazing outdoor lighting The backyard is beautifully landscaped with a variety of plants and shrubs and auto irrigation Attached two-car garage with original Eichler garage doors and a hidden door to the atrium Tight-knit Fairbrae neighborhood close to everything Silicon Valley has to offer Steps to Fairbrae Swim & Racquet club and close to Las Palmas and Heritage parks Highly desirable Fairbrae location walk to parks, schools, shops & restaurants Top Sunnyvale School District: Cumberland, Sunnyvale Middle, Fremont High For more Pictures & Virtual Tour, please visit: www.SunnyvaleEichler.com

Product Information Napoleon’s dedicated team of designers and engineers have taken wood burning to a higher level and created a distinctive fireplace experience never seen before in the industry! The perfect blend of elegant, rustic styling and state-of-the-art wood burning technology makes the High Country™ 6000 wood burning fireplace an ideal choice to add class and artistry to your home. The High Country™ 6000 stands out in the crowd, well deserving the Napoleon® insignia. Treasured for its quality and performance, every Napoleon® fireplace is hand crafted to last for generations. PRODUCT FEATURES EPA Exempt Impressive 36” w x 22” h door opening – massive viewing area High efficiency and low emissions are achieved through a non-catalytic high tech design Heat radiating high temperature ceramic glass Heavy duty MIG welded 1/4” boiler plate construction Easy, single lever combustion control allows convenient regulation of burn rate Elegant cast iron andirons and grate Optional powerful, remotely located and WHISPER QUIET™ blower system with decorative grill and washable filter Largest firebox in the industry allowing for an overnight burn Advanced airwash system helps keep the glass clean Firebrick lined firebox with a cast Napoleon® insignia, ensures quality in every fireplace Optional country crane and hearth pot Steel template included to ensure proper fit for facing material President’s Limited Lifetime Warranty

Awarded "Best Smart Home of the Year" by EH, this home's living area features Meridian 7200 speakers and Sonance in wall and in ceiling speakers. In order for the homeowners to enjoy different music and entertainment in various rooms, 14 zones of video and 26 zones of audio were necessary. To control the lighting and offer privacy from the large windows, Spire installed Lutron motorized shades that seamless descends from hidden soffits. Spire outfitted this beautiful Michigan home with the best in high quality luxury technology. The homeowners enjoy the complete control of their home, from lighting and shading to entertainment and security, through the Savant Control System.

Beginning this full home remodel in the kitchen, we added a cozy banquette, built-in custom cabinets, and a PentalQuartz Super White countertop for a contemporary vibe. The kitchen’s central feature is an inset bar in rich macassar ebony and Flavor Paper’s Monaco gold foil wallpaper that was formerly a fireplace.

This Model Home showcases a high-contrast color palette with varying blends of soft, neutral textiles, complemented by deep, rich case-piece finishes.