A couple that entertains for both business and pleasure wanted a grand room that would receive their guests in style, but also double as a sunny spot where the two of them could enjoy the view of their picturesque pool and garden. Energy-efficient floor-to-ceiling windows flood the space with sunshine, illuminating decorative beams and moulding. A highly polished cedar floor reflects light from every angle, while a chandelier composed of wrought iron and gleaming crystals hangs from a coffered ceiling. The addition blends seamlessly with the existing home.

Elegant french country farmhouse built in Brookfield Wisconsin. Complete with exterior stone from Halquist stone in Sussex Wisconsin and brick from Champion brick in New Berlin Wisconsin. Also elegant iron work and custom name plates to boot

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Inspired by the surrounding landscape, the Craftsman/Prairie style is one of the few truly American architectural styles. It was developed around the turn of the century by a group of Midwestern architects and continues to be among the most comfortable of all American-designed architecture more than a century later, one of the main reasons it continues to attract architects and homeowners today. Oxbridge builds on that solid reputation, drawing from Craftsman/Prairie and classic Farmhouse styles. Its handsome Shingle-clad exterior includes interesting pitched rooflines, alternating rows of cedar shake siding, stone accents in the foundation and chimney and distinctive decorative brackets. Repeating triple windows add interest to the exterior while keeping interior spaces open and bright. Inside, the floor plan is equally impressive. Columns on the porch and a custom entry door with sidelights and decorative glass leads into a spacious 2,900-square-foot main floor, including a 19 by 24-foot living room with a period-inspired built-ins and a natural fireplace. While inspired by the past, the home lives for the present, with open rooms and plenty of storage throughout. Also included is a 27-foot-wide family-style kitchen with a large island and eat-in dining and a nearby dining room with a beadboard ceiling that leads out onto a relaxing 240-square-foot screen porch that takes full advantage of the nearby outdoors and a private 16 by 20-foot master suite with a sloped ceiling and relaxing personal sitting area. The first floor also includes a large walk-in closet, a home management area and pantry to help you stay organized and a first-floor laundry area. Upstairs, another 1,500 square feet awaits, with a built-ins and a window seat at the top of the stairs that nod to the home’s historic inspiration. Opt for three family bedrooms or use one of the three as a yoga room; the upper level also includes attic access, which offers another 500 square feet, perfect for crafts or a playroom. More space awaits in the lower level, where another 1,500 square feet (and an additional 1,000) include a recreation/family room with nine-foot ceilings, a wine cellar and home office. Photographer: Jeff Garland

Staying true to the Arts & Crafts style of the neighborhood, this front porch addition relocated the front door and created an outdoor entertaining space. Austin Williams Photography www.facebook.com/awmassmediallc

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2 story French Country with dark bronze metal roof covered porch and pillar accents. Gables trimmed in white with James Hardie Iron Gray siding and thin veneer stone. Carriage style garage doors on an angled garage. Weathered Wood GAF Timberline shingles. (Ryan Hainey)

Designed by MossCreek, this beautiful timber frame home includes signature MossCreek style elements such as natural materials, expression of structure, elegant rustic design, and perfect use of space in relation to build site. Photo by Mark Smith

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A unique angle to view the gorgeous ceiling details - arched wood beams, shiplap, and black chandeliers Photo by Ashley Avila Photography
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White kitchen cabinets with custom-made shelving. Custom art- Cat etched a mountain scene (requested by clients) on aluminum insets created for pantry doors. Customized art work- Aluminum island "kick" with hand etched longitude and latitude coordinates (etched by Cat). Kitchen island with extended 16" overhang for eating area. Hidden support brackets holdup the extension. American Walnut butcherblock island countertop. White enamel apron front sink. Chef style kitchen faucet. Stainless steel appliances. Open shelves- industrial pipe shelf brackets, 2" thick wormy maple shelves with custom-made "live edge."

Mid-sized traditional l-shaped eat-in kitchen with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, beige backsplash, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula, granite countertops, ceramic backsplash and medium tone hardwood floors.

Sophisticated Equestrian Entryway. A previous love of riding horses and a strong connection to animals in general, gave inspiration for a front entry of riding wall art. Custom glass front entry doors by Elegant Entrys, beams light throughout the entry into the great room. The spherical, candle inspired chandelier with crystal droplets, capture the eye. Photography by Grey Crawford

Custom rustic stair with dancing winders and custom forged iron balustrades.
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Horizontal baluster handrail: Oak cap with 1/2" square horizontal balusters. 2" square posts. Powder coat finish. Hueber Industries LLC Design and Metal Fabrication, Fort Collins, CO.

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Custom made wrought Iron railings by San Marcos Iron Doors. 2014 Parade of Homes in San Antonio, Texas Adam Wilson Custom Homes
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