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This modern green home offers both a vacation destination on Cape Cod near local family members and an opportunity for rental income. FAMILY ROOTS. A West Coast couple living in the San Francisco Bay Area sought a permanent East Coast vacation home near family members living on Cape Cod. As academic professionals focused on sustainability, they sought a green, energy efficient home that was well-aligned with their values. With no green homes available for sale on Cape Cod, they decided to purchase land near their family and build their own. SLOPED SITE. Comprised of a 3/4 acre lot nestled in the pines, the steeply sloping terrain called for a plan that embraced and took advantage of the slope. Of equal priority was optimizing solar exposure, preserving privacy from abutters, and creating outdoor living space. The design accomplished these goals with a simple, rectilinear form, offering living space on the both entry and lower/basement levels. The stepped foundation allows for a walk-out basement level with light-filled living space on the down-hill side of the home. The traditional basement on the eastern, up-hill side houses mechanical equipment and a home gym. The house welcomes natural light throughout, captures views of the forest, and delivers entertainment space that connects indoor living space to outdoor deck and dining patio. MODERN VISION. The clean building form and uncomplicated finishes pay homage to the modern architectural legacy on the outer Cape. Durable and economical fiber cement panels, fixed with aluminum channels, clad the primary form. Cedar clapboards provide a visual accent at the south-facing living room, which extends a single roof plane to cover the entry porch. SMART USE OF SPACE. On the entry level, the “L”-shaped living, dining, and kitchen space connects to the exterior living, dining, and grilling spaces to effectively double the home’s summertime entertainment area. Placed at the western end of the entry level (where it can retain privacy but still claim expansive downhill views) is the master suite with a built-in study. The lower level has two guest bedrooms, a second full bathroom, and laundry. The flexibility of the space—crucial in a house with a modest footprint—emerges in one of the guest bedrooms, which doubles as home office by opening the barn-style double doors to connect it to the bright, airy open stair leading up to the entry level. Thoughtful design, generous ceiling heights and large windows transform the modest 1,100 sf* footprint into a well-lit, spacious home. *(total finished space is 1800 sf) RENTAL INCOME. The property works for its owners by netting rental income when the owners are home in San Francisco. The house especially caters to vacationers bound for nearby Mayo Beach and includes an outdoor shower adjacent to the lower level entry door. In contrast to the bare bones cottages that are typically available on the Cape, this home offers prospective tenants a modern aesthetic, paired with luxurious and green features. Durable finishes inside and out will ensure longevity with the heavier use that comes with a rental property. COMFORT YEAR-ROUND. The home is super-insulated and air-tight, with mechanical ventilation to provide continuous fresh air from the outside. High performance triple-paned windows complement the building enclosure and maximize passive solar gain while ensuring a warm, draft-free winter, even when sitting close to the glass. A properly sized air source heat pump offers efficient heating & cooling, and includes a carefully designed the duct distribution system to provide even comfort throughout the house. The super-insulated envelope allows us to significantly reduce the equipment capacity, duct size, and airflow quantities, while maintaining unparalleled thermal comfort. ENERGY EFFICIENT. The building’s shell and mechanical systems play instrumental roles in the home’s exceptional performance. The building enclosure reduces the most significant energy glutton: heating. Continuous super-insulation, thorough air sealing, triple-pane windows, and passive solar gain work together to yield a miniscule heating load. All active energy consumers are extremely efficient: an air source heat pump for heating and cooling, a heat pump hot water heater, LED lighting, energy recovery ventilation (ERV), and high efficiency appliances. The result is a home that uses 70% less energy than a similar new home built to code requirements. OVERALL. The home embodies the owners’ goals and values while comprehensively enabling thermal comfort, energy efficiency, a vacation respite, and supplementary income. PROJECT TEAM ZeroEnergy Design - Architect & Mechanical Designer A.F. Hultin & Co. - Contractor Pamet Valley Landscape Design - Landscape & Masonry Lisa Finch - Original Artwork European Architectural Supply - Windows Eric Roth Photography - Photography

A tree lined vacant lot was the ideal blank canvas for a more than 5,000 sf, three bedroom Modern spin on a Colonial home in Hudson, NH. The Client customized the home with a Master Suite boasting Cathedral ceilings, functional office/hobby room, an inviting eat-in kitchen, an attached 2 car garage with a large unfinished basement for a workshop area. A main feature of this home is the large clearstory windows center stage at the front entrance of the house showering the inside open foyer with stairs to the second floor with a gracious amount of natural light. One of the main challenges of this project was assuring this house was sited into the landscape properly. With a massive grade change from the front of the house to the back we designed the house to fit seamlessly into the surrounding landscape.

First, we de-cluttered, then we established a plan. We set up a proper office, a master suite, and two living areas - one off the kitchen for everyday use and the other for entertaining. Find The House Candy: - Custom Bowl for a Pop of Color - Lamps from my Favorite Store - C. Damien Fox - Stamp Art in Acrylic Frames

Our clients already had a cottage on Torch Lake that they loved to visit. It was a 1960s ranch that worked just fine for their needs. However, the lower level walkout became entirely unusable due to water issues. After purchasing the lot next door, they hired us to design a new cottage. Our first task was to situate the home in the center of the two parcels to maximize the view of the lake while also accommodating a yard area. Our second task was to take particular care to divert any future water issues. We took necessary precautions with design specifications to water proof properly, establish foundation and landscape drain tiles / stones, set the proper elevation of the home per ground water height and direct the water flow around the home from natural grade / drive. Our final task was to make appealing, comfortable, living spaces with future planning at the forefront. An example of this planning is placing a master suite on both the main level and the upper level. The ultimate goal of this home is for it to one day be at least a 3/4 of the year home and designed to be a multi-generational heirloom. - Jacqueline Southby Photography

Our clients already had a cottage on Torch Lake that they loved to visit. It was a 1960s ranch that worked just fine for their needs. However, the lower level walkout became entirely unusable due to water issues. After purchasing the lot next door, they hired us to design a new cottage. Our first task was to situate the home in the center of the two parcels to maximize the view of the lake while also accommodating a yard area. Our second task was to take particular care to divert any future water issues. We took necessary precautions with design specifications to water proof properly, establish foundation and landscape drain tiles / stones, set the proper elevation of the home per ground water height and direct the water flow around the home from natural grade / drive. Our final task was to make appealing, comfortable, living spaces with future planning at the forefront. An example of this planning is placing a master suite on both the main level and the upper level. The ultimate goal of this home is for it to one day be at least a 3/4 of the year home and designed to be a multi-generational heirloom. - Jacqueline Southby Photography

Pepper Watkins
Inspiration for a scandinavian bedroom remodel in DC Metro

The Made to Last team kept much of the existing footprint and original feel of the cabin while implementing the new elements these clients wanted. To expand the outdoor space, they installed a composite wrap-around deck with picture frame installation, built to last a lifetime. Inside, no opportunity was lost to add additional storage space, including a pantry and hidden shelving throughout. Finally, by adding a two-story addition on the back of the existing A-frame, they were able to create a better kitchen layout, a welcoming entranceway with a proper porch, and larger windows to provide plenty of natural light and views of the ocean and rugged Thetis Island scenery. There is a guest room and bathroom towards the back of the A-frame. The master suite of this home is located in the upper loft and includes an ensuite and additional upstairs living space.

Our clients already had a cottage on Torch Lake that they loved to visit. It was a 1960s ranch that worked just fine for their needs. However, the lower level walkout became entirely unusable due to water issues. After purchasing the lot next door, they hired us to design a new cottage. Our first task was to situate the home in the center of the two parcels to maximize the view of the lake while also accommodating a yard area. Our second task was to take particular care to divert any future water issues. We took necessary precautions with design specifications to water proof properly, establish foundation and landscape drain tiles / stones, set the proper elevation of the home per ground water height and direct the water flow around the home from natural grade / drive. Our final task was to make appealing, comfortable, living spaces with future planning at the forefront. An example of this planning is placing a master suite on both the main level and the upper level. The ultimate goal of this home is for it to one day be at least a 3/4 of the year home and designed to be a multi-generational heirloom. - Jacqueline Southby Photography

Installation of a new subfloor to replace the damaged existing material and provide a strong, stable, and level foundation for the new flooring. The subfloor was properly secured and prepared to ensure long-term durability and a quality finish for the bathroom renovation.

Plumbing and Ceiling Repair Due to a plumbing failure, water damage occurred to the ceiling on the first floor. Our team repaired the damaged plumbing system and restored the affected ceiling area, ensuring proper functionality and a clean, finished appearance.

Installation of a new toilet flange and water supply connections to ensure proper plumbing function and a secure installation. All connections were carefully installed and tested to provide reliable performance and prepare the bathroom for final fixture installation.

Craig Thompson Photography NKBA 1st Place Winner in Large Bath Category Lead Designer: Emily Miller, CKD Co-Designer: Tommy Trzcinski A make-up table was partially recessed into the wall between the Master Bedroom and Bathroom to allow proper walk space. The custom grommet in the wood top allows easy access to a concealed outlet in the knee space for the owner’s lighted makeup mirror. The use of another Docking Drawer concealed the power outlets in drawers to keep the top and walls free of clutter.

Amoura Productions
1960s gray tile bathroom photo in Omaha with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets and granite countertops

Our clients already had a cottage on Torch Lake that they loved to visit. It was a 1960s ranch that worked just fine for their needs. However, the lower level walkout became entirely unusable due to water issues. After purchasing the lot next door, they hired us to design a new cottage. Our first task was to situate the home in the center of the two parcels to maximize the view of the lake while also accommodating a yard area. Our second task was to take particular care to divert any future water issues. We took necessary precautions with design specifications to water proof properly, establish foundation and landscape drain tiles / stones, set the proper elevation of the home per ground water height and direct the water flow around the home from natural grade / drive. Our final task was to make appealing, comfortable, living spaces with future planning at the forefront. An example of this planning is placing a master suite on both the main level and the upper level. The ultimate goal of this home is for it to one day be at least a 3/4 of the year home and designed to be a multi-generational heirloom. - Jacqueline Southby Photography

Master Bathroom by Los Angeles interior designer Alexandra Rae with blue ming and white thasos, carrara marble and custom cabinets.
Example of a huge classic master white tile and mosaic tile marble floor bathroom design in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, an undermount tub, a wall-mount toilet, blue walls and marble countertops

Photography: Michael Hunter
Inspiration for a transitional bedroom remodel in Austin

Color & Finish Selections: Paint: Sherwin Williams 7506 Loggia, Typhoon Bordeaux Granite from AAA Helenic Marble, Craftmade Lighting Fixtures; Heritage Collection, brushed nickel with frosted white glass shades 2 light vanity fixture with custom extensions by Home Lighting to allow proper clearance from wall over Tri-view medicine cabinet, Shower & Faucet Fixtures: Delta Victorian Brilliance Stainless, Cabinetry; Bertch Premium Zurich Cherry Autumn, Heated Floor; Florida Tile , Berkshire Hickory 6"x24" offset pattern, Botticino marble; floor & shower thresholds, corner shampoo shelves, shower seat, shower & toilet 1/2 walls, Shower: Mediterranea Essence Forest 12"x24" horizontal brick pattern, Shower Floor: Mediterranea Essence Forest 2"x2" mosaic shower tile Michael J. Eckstrom Photography

Tamma & Holger wanted to update their master bathroom and the elements in two other bathrooms of their home. In the master bathroom they wanted to remove the odd shaped shower, the vanity was large, but the storage capacity was not designed properly. Overall, they wanted a fresh and clean bathroom to meet their needs. The new vanity offers larger drawers and better space capacity. By using the inverted sink base cabinet here, we now have a larger drawer for larger hair appliances and less hiding places for products. Colonial White Granite countertops were selected for this project which ties the existing flooring to the new shower walls. Each bathroom features a vessel sink and faucet. The master features a bronze rectangular sink, and the two other bathrooms are from Kohler. The sink is called Vox Oval. In the master shower, we installed a 12X24 Porcelain tile called Tivoli Beige and inlayed a pebble mosaic as a decorative band, niche feature and shower flooring. We also used the shower wall tile around the existing tub in the master bathroom.