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With natural light from VELUX skylights, this kitchen's dark blue and black color scheme really shines. The homeowner selected gold skylight blinds to complement the light fixture and cabinet hardware.

Undercabinet LED lights make the backsplash tile sparkle. The vertical power strips frame the tile.
Transitional kitchen photo in Sacramento with quartz countertops, black backsplash, glass tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances
Transitional kitchen photo in Sacramento with quartz countertops, black backsplash, glass tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances
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This angled power strip from TASK Lighting is a great way to install receptacles as well as light switches.
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Inspiration for a transitional kitchen remodel in Sacramento
Inspiration for a transitional kitchen remodel in Sacramento

CREATING A CONNECTION. We drastically improved the spatial and visual flow of the first-floor space. Removing some walls allowed for integration of the kitchen and living and dining rooms, resulting in a large, open layout.
Photography by Anice Hoachlander

Clean back splash tile with recessed power strip and integrated lights and components by LeGrande
Example of a mid-sized minimalist l-shaped vinyl floor home design design in Orlando with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and a peninsula
Example of a mid-sized minimalist l-shaped vinyl floor home design design in Orlando with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and a peninsula

All we did was repaint the entire space white for a spectacular improvement. Again, never underestimate the power of paint.
Pool - large transitional pool idea in Montreal
Pool - large transitional pool idea in Montreal

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Large photo-voltaic panels on the roof provide adequate power to the house; with extra power being sent back to the power grid. The custom green roof increases thermal insulation all year round while providing a private green space and helping to improve air quality.

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All we did was repaint the entire space white for a spectacular improvement. Again, never underestimate the power of paint.
Inspiration for a large transitional pool remodel in Montreal
Inspiration for a large transitional pool remodel in Montreal

Inspiration for a mid-sized mediterranean beige tile and ceramic tile powder room remodel in New York with raised-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, beige walls, an undermount sink and solid surface countertops

Lincoln Farmhouse
LEED-H Platinum, Net-Positive Energy
OVERVIEW. This LEED Platinum certified modern farmhouse ties into the cultural landscape of Lincoln, Massachusetts - a town known for its rich history, farming traditions, conservation efforts, and visionary architecture. The goal was to design and build a new single family home on 1.8 acres that respects the neighborhood’s agrarian roots, produces more energy than it consumes, and provides the family with flexible spaces to live-play-work-entertain. The resulting 2,800 SF home is proof that families do not need to compromise on style, space or comfort in a highly energy-efficient and healthy home.
CONNECTION TO NATURE. The attached garage is ubiquitous in new construction in New England’s cold climate. This home’s barn-inspired garage is intentionally detached from the main dwelling. A covered walkway connects the two structures, creating an intentional connection with the outdoors between auto and home.
FUNCTIONAL FLEXIBILITY. With a modest footprint, each space must serve a specific use, but also be flexible for atypical scenarios. The Mudroom serves everyday use for the couple and their children, but is also easy to tidy up to receive guests, eliminating the need for two entries found in most homes. A workspace is conveniently located off the mudroom; it looks out on to the back yard to supervise the children and can be closed off with a sliding door when not in use. The Away Room opens up to the Living Room for everyday use; it can be closed off with its oversized pocket door for secondary use as a guest bedroom with en suite bath.
NET POSITIVE ENERGY. The all-electric home consumes 70% less energy than a code-built house, and with measured energy data produces 48% more energy annually than it consumes, making it a 'net positive' home. Thick walls and roofs lack thermal bridging, windows are high performance, triple-glazed, and a continuous air barrier yields minimal leakage (0.27ACH50) making the home among the tightest in the US. Systems include an air source heat pump, an energy recovery ventilator, and a 13.1kW photovoltaic system to offset consumption and support future electric cars.
ACTUAL PERFORMANCE. -6.3 kBtu/sf/yr Energy Use Intensity (Actual monitored project data reported for the firm’s 2016 AIA 2030 Commitment. Average single family home is 52.0 kBtu/sf/yr.)
o 10,900 kwh total consumption (8.5 kbtu/ft2 EUI)
o 16,200 kwh total production
o 5,300 kwh net surplus, equivalent to 15,000-25,000 electric car miles per year. 48% net positive.
WATER EFFICIENCY. Plumbing fixtures and water closets consume a mere 60% of the federal standard, while high efficiency appliances such as the dishwasher and clothes washer also reduce consumption rates.
FOOD PRODUCTION. After clearing all invasive species, apple, pear, peach and cherry trees were planted. Future plans include blueberry, raspberry and strawberry bushes, along with raised beds for vegetable gardening. The house also offers a below ground root cellar, built outside the home's thermal envelope, to gain the passive benefit of long term energy-free food storage.
RESILIENCY. The home's ability to weather unforeseen challenges is predictable - it will fare well. The super-insulated envelope means during a winter storm with power outage, heat loss will be slow - taking days to drop to 60 degrees even with no heat source. During normal conditions, reduced energy consumption plus energy production means shelter from the burden of utility costs. Surplus production can power electric cars & appliances. The home exceeds snow & wind structural requirements, plus far surpasses standard construction for long term durability planning.
ARCHITECT: ZeroEnergy Design http://zeroenergy.com/lincoln-farmhouse
CONTRACTOR: Thoughtforms http://thoughtforms-corp.com/
PHOTOGRAPHER: Chuck Choi http://www.chuckchoi.com/

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Large modern brown two-story stucco exterior home idea in San Diego with a clipped gable roof
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