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Mid-sized beach style bathroom photo in Austin with white cabinets, multicolored walls, an undermount sink and shaker cabinets

Inspiration for a transitional open concept dark wood floor family room remodel in Atlanta with white walls and a tv stand

Inspiration for a farmhouse l-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor kitchen remodel in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, black appliances, two islands and white countertops
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Bathroom - transitional multicolored floor and double-sink bathroom idea in Boston with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, an undermount sink, a hinged shower door and a freestanding vanity

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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Example of a mid-sized transitional single-wall travertine floor utility room design in Burlington with a side-by-side washer/dryer, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface countertops and white walls
Example of a mid-sized transitional single-wall travertine floor utility room design in Burlington with a side-by-side washer/dryer, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface countertops and white walls

Inspiration for a contemporary women's light wood floor and beige floor walk-in closet remodel in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets and white cabinets

This project is a whole home remodel that is being completed in 2 phases. The first phase included this bathroom remodel. The whole home will maintain the Mid Century styling. The cabinets are stained in Alder Wood. The countertop is Ceasarstone in Pure White. The shower features Kohler Purist Fixtures in Vibrant Modern Brushed Gold finish. The flooring is Large Hexagon Tile from Dal Tile. The decorative tile is Wayfair “Illica” ceramic. The lighting is Mid-Century pendent lights. The vanity is custom made with traditional mid-century tapered legs. The next phase of the project will be added once it is completed.
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Columbus, OH
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Columbus Design-Build, Kitchen & Bath Remodeling, Historic Renovations

The Devonshire Series direct vent gas fireplace delivers a clean-face design featuring one of the tallest viewing areas for a true masonry-built look. Combined with top tier features, such as heat-radiating ceramic glass, a realistic log set, heavy-duty cast iron grate, and a variety of options, the Devonshire Series will create a warm and inviting home.
EXCLUSIVE FEATURES
Available in 36” and 42” models
Conveniently located gas controls for easy installation and operation
Energy saving electronic controls with seamless battery backup provide continued operation in the event of a power outage
Clean-face design allows more flexibility for a custom look
Tall opening provides an exceptional view of the flame
Multi-level burner produces tall, dancing flames with beautiful ember bed
Smooth-faced design features ceramic glass for optimum heat transfer
Ceramic poured fiber log set with heavy duty cast-iron grate
Dual blowers for increased comfort
High definition refractory panels available in multiple styles and colors
Includes full-featured remote control (variable flame control and IPI/CPI)
Limited Lifetime Warranty
This fireplace meets all 2015 ANSI barrier requirements.

Photo: Lucy Call © 2014 Houzz
Bedroom - eclectic dark wood floor bedroom idea in Salt Lake City with no fireplace
Bedroom - eclectic dark wood floor bedroom idea in Salt Lake City with no fireplace

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Columbus, OH
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Custom Home in Jackson Hole, WY
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Deck container garden - small rustic backyard deck container garden idea with decking and no cover
Deck container garden - small rustic backyard deck container garden idea with decking and no cover
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