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Mark English Architects, AIAThe Atherton House is a family compound for a professional couple in the tech industry, and their two teenage children. After living in Singapore, then Hong Kong, and building homes there, they looked forward to continuing their search for a new place to start a life and set down roots.
The site is located on Atherton Avenue on a flat, 1 acre lot. The neighboring lots are of a similar size, and are filled with mature planting and gardens. The brief on this site was to create a house that would comfortably accommodate the busy lives of each of the family members, as well as provide opportunities for wonder and awe. Views on the site are internal. Our goal was to create an indoor- outdoor home that embraced the benign California climate.
The building was conceived as a classic “H” plan with two wings attached by a double height entertaining space. The “H” shape allows for alcoves of the yard to be embraced by the mass of the building, creating different types of exterior space. The two wings of the home provide some sense of enclosure and privacy along the side property lines. The south wing contains three bedroom suites at the second level, as well as laundry. At the first level there is a guest suite facing east, powder room and a Library facing west.
The north wing is entirely given over to the Primary suite at the top level, including the main bedroom, dressing and bathroom. The bedroom opens out to a roof terrace to the west, overlooking a pool and courtyard below. At the ground floor, the north wing contains the family room, kitchen and dining room. The family room and dining room each have pocketing sliding glass doors that dissolve the boundary between inside and outside.
Connecting the wings is a double high living space meant to be comfortable, delightful and awe-inspiring. A custom fabricated two story circular stair of steel and glass connects the upper level to the main level, and down to the basement “lounge” below. An acrylic and steel bridge begins near one end of the stair landing and flies 40 feet to the children’s bedroom wing. People going about their day moving through the stair and bridge become both observed and observer.
The front (EAST) wall is the all important receiving place for guests and family alike. There the interplay between yin and yang, weathering steel and the mature olive tree, empower the entrance. Most other materials are white and pure.
The mechanical systems are efficiently combined hydronic heating and cooling, with no forced air required.
William Roslansky ArchitectThis project was a substantial addition to a small house. It occupies a prominent vista at one end of Woods Hole's picturesque Nobska beach, a frequently photographed beach.
Viewers will note Woods Hole's iconic 1912 Airplane House in the background, an important example of Prairie School architecture.
Byggmeister IncPhoto by Jim Raycroft
Our client for this project, an amateur pianist, wanted to create a music room for a nice new piano he was planning to purchase. The project scope would also include a new kitchen, bathroom, bedroom and living space, but the new piano was the priority.
LIFTING THE CEILING
The client was moving into a row house, and hoped to accommodate occasional gatherings of musician friends for informal recitals. Because acoustics were important we asked sound engineers from Acentech to visit the site. They noted that the ideal space would have higher ceilings and would be more like a cube than the “half a cube” we were dealing with. “How can we raise the ceiling and make the space a cube?” our client asked.
Designer Josy Raycroft started to explore the possibility of combining the second and third floor units by removing the front half of second floor ceiling, thereby opening up a 2-story music space in the shape of a nearly perfect cube. Thus, the project turned from a straightforward floor plan modification into a complete reimagining of the whole row house, with the client’s new Steinway D as the focal point. Josy and the client started with the piano and created the space around it.
ADDRESSING EVERYDAY NEEDS
For the client’s more mundane needs, Josy switched the location of the bathroom and kitchen—moving the bathroom towards the middle of the second floor where it would be convenient to the rest of the spaces, and placing the kitchen towards the back. The remainder of the third floor was transformed into bedroom and office space open to the music room below.
Products and finishes coordinator Karin Mahdavi worked with the client to select understated finishes for the living spaces so that they would support the piano room without competing with it. As a result the living spaces flow seamlessly into the piano space, creating a coherent whole out of the different parts, kind of like a Schubert piano sonata.
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Barn Light Electric CompanyThe sleek shade of the Cherokee adds a hint of modern style while still being grounded in the classic RLM-inspired barn lighting of the early 20th century. The team chose 16″ shades with a Galvanized finish and White cords. Clear glass allows maximum output of light.
“The look and price were important factors to us as we searched for lighting,” von Weise notes. “The scale was perfect and gave us the light output we were looking for. And the finish fit with the galvanized roof of the project.”
DeccoprintArt Deco style has become increasingly popular lately. Why is this French style of the 20's returning? You may or may not ask… but we can try to answer anyway! Art Deco symbolizes stability, structure, wealth, cleanliness and, of course, the Gatsby era! Without a doubt – important things nowadays! It's like the mainstream modern style, but different – more colorful. Besides, it should be noted that both styles mainly use clean lines.
Cleanliness and clean lines – that's Hotsy-Totsy, as you would say in the twenties.
Byggmeister IncPhoto by Jim Raycroft
Our client for this project, an amateur pianist, wanted to create a music room for a nice new piano he was planning to purchase. The project scope would also include a new kitchen, bathroom, bedroom and living space, but the new piano was the priority.
LIFTING THE CEILING
The client was moving into a row house, and hoped to accommodate occasional gatherings of musician friends for informal recitals. Because acoustics were important we asked sound engineers from Acentech to visit the site. They noted that the ideal space would have higher ceilings and would be more like a cube than the “half a cube” we were dealing with. “How can we raise the ceiling and make the space a cube?” our client asked.
Designer Josy Raycroft started to explore the possibility of combining the second and third floor units by removing the front half of second floor ceiling, thereby opening up a 2-story music space in the shape of a nearly perfect cube. Thus, the project turned from a straightforward floor plan modification into a complete reimagining of the whole row house, with the client’s new Steinway D as the focal point. Josy and the client started with the piano and created the space around it.
ADDRESSING EVERYDAY NEEDS
For the client’s more mundane needs, Josy switched the location of the bathroom and kitchen—moving the bathroom towards the middle of the second floor where it would be convenient to the rest of the spaces, and placing the kitchen towards the back. The remainder of the third floor was transformed into bedroom and office space open to the music room below.
Products and finishes coordinator Karin Mahdavi worked with the client to select understated finishes for the living spaces so that they would support the piano room without competing with it. As a result the living spaces flow seamlessly into the piano space, creating a coherent whole out of the different parts, kind of like a Schubert piano sonata.
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INSPIRED KITCHEN DESIGNThis unique IKEA wetbar fulfilled all of Nastia’s wishlist in style.
“Houses in this area are not super big so the storage space is really important. “Before we added the wetbar we had an old and odd piece of furniture that was completely non-practical for this space,” she says.
To that end, the wetbar really needed to store items, like plates and cups, so the couple could easily take items to the backyard during gatherings or when grilling.
“Plus, our kids spend a lot of time downstairs because it’s their playroom. To help them out, I dedicated a drawer for them to keep plastic cups for drinking,” she says.
IKD’s design team recommended IKEA’s SEKTION with pullout drawers and shelves along with custom door fronts from Semihandmade. (This is also an example of why The New York Times recommends us as a design resource for customers considering custom doors for their cabinets.)
The upper IKEA cabinets with the pull-up function makes storage accessible while tucked against the dropped ceiling, and the custom base cabinets are convenient for the kids to grab cups for drinks from the under counter refrigerator.
“My favorite part is to get a drink from the drink fridge when we watch a movie together. It’s not a part of our main kitchen, but it supports the main kitchen’s storage,” she adds.
She even notes that they recently added an aquarium for the kids on the wetbar counter as well.
Talk about making a splash!
Leo’s Magic GlassA shower glass installation typically involves the placement of tempered glass panels in a shower enclosure, replacing traditional shower curtains or other non-glass materials. These glass panels may be frameless or framed, and can feature a variety of finishes and patterns to suit different design preferences.
In terms of installation, a shower glass installation typically involves the custom-cutting of the glass panels to fit the specific dimensions of the shower enclosure. The panels are then mounted using specialized hardware or adhesives designed for glass installation, which may require professional installation. The installation process may involve anchoring the glass panels to the wall or floor to ensure they are secure and level.
Shower glass installations offer several advantages over traditional shower materials. They are easy to clean and maintain, as they do not require frequent replacement like shower curtains or liners. Additionally, they create a sleek and modern look that can enhance the overall aesthetic of a bathroom or shower space.
It's worth noting that shower glass installation requires proper ventilation and drainage to prevent the buildup of moisture and minimize the risk of mold or mildew growth. For this reason, it is important to consult with a professional installer to ensure that the installation is done correctly and that proper ventilation is maintained.
Overall, a shower glass installation is a popular choice for those seeking a modern and stylish look for their bathroom or shower space. With a range of design options available, it's possible to find a shower glass solution that perfectly suits your needs and enhances the overall aesthetic of your space.
DeccoprintArt Deco style has become increasingly popular lately. Why is this French style of the 20s returning? You may or may not ask… but we can try to answer anyway! Art Deco symbolizes stability, structure, wealth, cleanliness, and, of course, the Gatsby era! Without a doubt – important things nowadays! It's like the mainstream modern style, but different – more colorful. Besides, it should be noted that both styles mainly use clean lines.
Cleanliness and clean lines – that's Hotsy-Totsy, as you would say in the twenties.
Robert A. McGraw ArchitectAnother shot of this versatile domain. Note the central stairs leading down to the bedroom level of the house and the elevator next to it. Making the levels of this hillside home easy to navigate was an important goal.
Jon Encarnacion photographer
pipexIn today's highly competitive piping business, it is necessary to choose the right components to ensure efficiency and safety. On the B2B industrial marketplace Pipex.ai, it is possible to find many kinds of components, such as Flanges and Blind Flanges, providing secure connections and ensuring the integrity of the piping systems. It is necessary to note that a Flanges Supplier always pays great attention to quality when manufacturing its products for different kinds of industries. Additionally, many industries work with the help of a good Blind Flanges Exporter who provides them with reliable sealing products.
The use of stainless steel 304H and 309H flanges is quite common due to their strength and heat resistance properties. For this reason, it is very important to have cooperation with a qualified tainless Steel 304H Flanges Dealer that guarantees the supply of flanges for the petrochemical and other processing units. Similarly, a Stainless Steel 309H Flanges Distributor helps many industries with their unique properties.
In cases where there are very high temperatures along with high pressure, it is highly recommended to use Stainless Steel 310H flanges for their best performance and stability over time. It can be said that a Stainless Steel 310H Flanges Stockist will be able to provide you with the best materials that are capable of maintaining their strength even in the harshest environments, such as power plants.
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UpperKeyOne interesting feature that can be found in some Parisian apartment kitchens is a "piano de cuisine," or a professional-grade range with multiple burners and an oven. While these ranges are more commonly found in restaurants, some Parisian home chefs invest in a piano de cuisine for their apartment kitchen to elevate their cooking skills and create restaurant-quality meals at home.
In many Parisian apartment buildings, the kitchens are located at the back of the apartment, facing a courtyard or garden. This helps to create a quiet and peaceful space for cooking, away from the noise of the street.
Another unique aspect of Parisian apartment kitchens is the use of decorative tiles on the walls and floors. These tiles often feature intricate patterns and designs, adding a touch of elegance and style to the kitchen.
Finally, it is worth noting that Parisian apartment kitchens are often quite small compared to those in other countries. This reflects the compact nature of many Parisian apartments, where space is at a premium. Despite their small size, however, Parisian kitchens are designed to be efficient, functional, and beautiful, reflecting the importance of food and cooking in French culture.
Leo’s Magic GlassA shower glass installation typically involves the placement of tempered glass panels in a shower enclosure, replacing traditional shower curtains or other non-glass materials. These glass panels may be frameless or framed, and can feature a variety of finishes and patterns to suit different design preferences.
In terms of installation, a shower glass installation typically involves the custom-cutting of the glass panels to fit the specific dimensions of the shower enclosure. The panels are then mounted using specialized hardware or adhesives designed for glass installation, which may require professional installation. The installation process may involve anchoring the glass panels to the wall or floor to ensure they are secure and level.
Shower glass installations offer several advantages over traditional shower materials. They are easy to clean and maintain, as they do not require frequent replacement like shower curtains or liners. Additionally, they create a sleek and modern look that can enhance the overall aesthetic of a bathroom or shower space.
It's worth noting that shower glass installation requires proper ventilation and drainage to prevent the buildup of moisture and minimize the risk of mold or mildew growth. For this reason, it is important to consult with a professional installer to ensure that the installation is done correctly and that proper ventilation is maintained.
Overall, a shower glass installation is a popular choice for those seeking a modern and stylish look for their bathroom or shower space. With a range of design options available, it's possible to find a shower glass solution that perfectly suits your needs and enhances the overall aesthetic of your space.
Hometenders Home Staging & DesignIncredible Craftsman Bungalow in St. Louis’s central corridor. Everything is new….featuring imported tiles, hardwoods, plush knitted carpets, great kitchen with stainless pot fillers. Our staging made this a Zen filled masterpiece.
Signature Kitchens Additions & BathsMultiple layers of Carrara Marble make this bathroom renovations so appealing. Note the floating bench seat. Its not that hard to do. It is important that the floating bench seat be complete on the bottom to avoid mold.
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