Marianne Reed
Example of a large classic u-shaped travertine floor open concept kitchen design in Dallas with raised-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, granite countertops, beige backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Mid-century modern white tile claw-foot bathtub photo in Los Angeles with a pedestal sink

Inspiration for a timeless u-shaped enclosed kitchen remodel in Dallas with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, green backsplash and stainless steel appliances

The ShedQuarters DIY Easy-to-Assemble PANELIZED wood buildings save valuable time for our customers. All of our panelized components, including our PATENTED ROOF DESIGN, make getting more space for your place a snap! This popular gambrel style resembles the roof lines of the majestic American barns found throughout our great nation!. Features like LP SmartSide siding, 12"on-center treated floor joists, 16" on-center wall studs w/ double top wall plates and our durable fiberglass doors are just some of the key features that make this building superior to the competition. All buildings include an 18" x 23" sliding glass window and most buildings include an above door transom window for beauty and style on the outside and natural sunlight on the inside. Buildings can, however, be ordered with no windows or with more windows. Our PATENTED roof system takes away all the frustration of having to calculate, cut and build complex rafters systems. Our roof system, as well as the floor and wall systems, are panelized and meet most building codes around the country and make doing it yourself easy and simple. Check out our website to see all the features and accessories that will make a ShedQuarters building the right choice for your back yard and the best VALUE for your dollar.

The ShedQuarters DIY Easy-to-Assemble PANELIZED wood buildings save valuable time for our customers. All of our panelized components, including our PATENTED ROOF DESIGN, make getting more space for your place a snap! Following the easy lines of ranch style homes, the Guardian's gable style roof blends in well with any back yard. Features like LP SmartSide siding, 12"on-center treated floor joists, 16" on-center wall studs w/ double top wall plates and our durable fiberglass doors are just some of the key features that make this building superior to the competition. All buildings include an 18" x 23" sliding glass window and most buildings include an above door transom window for beauty and style on the outside and natural sunlight on the inside. Buildings can, however, be ordered with no windows or with more windows. Our PATENTED roof system takes away all the frustration of having to calculate, cut and build complex rafters systems. Our roof system, as well as the floor and wall systems, are panelized and meet most building codes around the country and make doing it yourself easy and simple. Check out our website to see all the features and accessories that will make a ShedQuarters building the right choice for your back yard and the best VALUE for your dollar.

The ShedQuarters DIY Easy-to-Assemble PANELIZED wood buildings save valuable time for our customers. All of our panelized components, including our PATENTED ROOF DESIGN, make getting more space for your place a snap! This popular gambrel style resembles the roof lines of the majestic American barns found throughout our great nation!. Features like LP SmartSide siding, 12"on-center treated floor joists, 16" on-center wall studs w/ double top wall plates and our durable fiberglass doors are just some of the key features that make this building superior to the competition. All buildings include an 18" x 23" sliding glass window and most buildings include an above door transom window for beauty and style on the outside and natural sunlight on the inside. Buildings can, however, be ordered with no windows or with more windows. Our PATENTED roof system takes away all the frustration of having to calculate, cut and build complex rafters systems. Our roof system, as well as the floor and wall systems, are panelized and meet most building codes around the country and make doing it yourself easy and simple. Check out our website to see all the features and accessories that will make a ShedQuarters building the right choice for your back yard and the best VALUE for your dollar.

Example of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped kitchen design in Toronto with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white backsplash, quartz backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Mid-sized transitional u-shaped kitchen photo in Toronto with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white backsplash, quartz backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped kitchen remodel in Toronto with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white backsplash, quartz backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Kitchen - mid-sized transitional u-shaped kitchen idea in Toronto with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white backsplash, quartz backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Inspiration for a timeless u-shaped enclosed kitchen remodel in Dallas with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, green backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Woodland Collection
Inspiration for a small contemporary u-shaped ceramic tile eat-in kitchen remodel in Orlando with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, laminate countertops, black backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

This West Asheville small house is on an ⅛ acre infill lot just 1 block from the Haywood Road commercial district. With only 840 square feet, space optimization is key. Each room houses multiple functions, and storage space is integrated into every possible location. The owners strongly emphasized using available outdoor space to its fullest. A large screened porch takes advantage of the our climate, and is an adjunct dining room and living space for three seasons of the year. A simple form and tonal grey palette unify and lend a modern aesthetic to the exterior of the small house, while light colors and high ceilings give the interior an airy feel. Photography by Todd Crawford

The site for this waterfront residence is located on the Great Neck Peninsula, facing west to views of NYC and the borough bridges. When purchased, there existed a 50-year-old house and pool structurally condemned which required immediate removal. Once the site was cleared, a year was devoted to stabilizing the seawall and hill to accommodate the newly proposed home. The lot size, shape and relationship to an easement access road, overlaid with strict zoning regulations was a key factor in the organization of the client’s program elements. The arc contour of the easement road and required setback informed the front facade shape, which was designed as a privacy screen, as adjacent homes are in close proximity. Due to strict height requirements the house from the street appears to be one story and then steps down the hill allowing for three fully occupiable floors. The local jurisdiction also granted special approval accepting the design of the garage, within the front set back, as its roof is level with the roadbed and fully landscaped. A path accesses a hidden door to the bedroom level of the house. The garage is accessed through a semicircular driveway that leads to a depressed entry courtyard, offering privacy to the main entrance. The configuration of the home is a U-shape surrounding a rear courtyard. This shape, along with suspended pods assures water views to all occupants while not compromising privacy from the adjacent homes. The house is constructed on a steel frame, clad with fiber cement, resin panels and an aluminum curtain wall system. All roofs are accessible as either decks or landscaped garden areas. The lower level accesses decks, an outdoor kitchen, and pool area which are perched on the edge of the upper retaining wall.

Example of a trendy u-shaped light wood floor open concept kitchen design in Austin with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, quartzite countertops, stone slab backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

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

Eat-in kitchen - mid-sized contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen idea in Orange County with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, beige backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Example of a mid-sized classic u-shaped limestone floor kitchen pantry design in Orange County with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stone tile backsplash, white appliances, an island, an undermount sink, granite countertops and beige backsplash

Sunset Construction and Design specializes in creating residential patio retreats, outdoor kitchens with fireplaces and luxurious outdoor living rooms. Our design-build service can turn an ordinary back yard into a natural extension of your home giving you a whole new dimension for entertaining or simply unwinding at the end of the day. Today, almost any activity you enjoy inside your home you can bring to the outside. Depending on your budget, your outdoor room can be simple, with a stamped concrete patio, a grill and a table for dining, or more elaborate with a fully functional outdoor kitchen complete with concrete countertops for preparing and serving food, a sink and a refrigerator. You can take the concept even further by adding such amenities as a concrete pizza oven, a fireplace or fire-pit, a concrete bar-top for serving cocktails, an architectural concrete fountain, landscape lighting and concrete statuary. Cooking Something to cook with, such as a barbecue grill or wood-fired pizza oven, and countertops for food preparation and serving are key elements in a well-designed outdoor kitchen. Concrete countertops offer the advantages of weather resistance and versatility, since they can be formed into any shape you desire to suit the space. A coat of sealer will simplify cleanup by protecting your countertop from stains. Other amenities, such as concrete bar-tops and outdoor sinks with plumbing, can expand your entertainment options. Hearth Wood-burning or gas fireplaces, fire pits, chimineas and portable patio heaters extend the enjoyment of outdoor living well into the evening while creating a cozy conversation area for people to gather around. If you’re interested in converting a boring back yard or starting from scratch in a new home, look us up! A great patio and outdoor living area can easily be yours. Greg, Sunset Construction & Design in Fresno, CA.