Enjoy higher efficiency and lower heating bills with the Flush Wood Plus, the first and best completely flush wood fireplace insert on the market. This medium sized insert provides extraordinary heat, and its classic architecture along with the large viewing area of the single door are complementary to virtually all styles. The Flush Wood Plus features a three-sided convection chamber, a 6" seamless flue collar and a kiln-fired refractory firebrick interior, making this wood insert very high in quality with exceptional heat transfer. The heat is evenly distributed by a 180 CFM convection fan that can circulate warmth up to 2,000 square feet. Its advanced combustion system also provides fires that burn longer and more efficiently, with less wood and burn times up to 10 hours. The Flush Wood Plus is available with the GreenStart patent-pending ignition system for the modern wood burner; just load your wood and push a button! We've completely eliminated slow, cracked open door startups and laboring over fickle newspaper.

Ashbury Hides Italian Haired Hide in Black Ottoman, Michael Berman Limited Glazed and Leafed Finish Urn Lamp from Bradbury Collection, Clarence House Carre Royal chair fabric from Holly Hunt, Jarrett Sofa and pillows from Nancy Corzine, Mannheim Ruseau Tufted Ottoman from David Sutherland, Drapery fabricated by Don's Drapery Service, Paul Ferrante Custom Bamboo Coffee Table, Balestra in Baltic/wheat fabric from Rose Tarlow on Dessin Chairs, Wool and Silk Rug from Mansour, Dreher Chair from Dessin Fuurnir, Curved Wingback chair from JF Chen, Cromwell Table in Walnut from JF Chen, Frascati Console from Neirman Weeks, Bamboo Floor lamp from Neirman Weeks, Samuel and Sons European Leather Welt in Black trim on JF Chen Wing Chairs,

peter Rymwid
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Ashbury Hides Italian Haired Hide in Black Ottoman, Michael Berman Limited Glazed and Leafed Finish Urn Lamp from Bradbury Collection, Clarence House Carre Royal chair fabric from Holly Hunt, Jarrett Sofa and pillows from Nancy Corzine, Mannheim Ruseau Tufted Ottoman from David Sutherland, Drapery fabricated by Don's Drapery Service, Paul Ferrante Custom Bamboo Coffee Table, Balestra in Baltic/wheat fabric from Rose Tarlow on Dessin Chairs, Wool and Silk Rug from Mansour, Dreher Chair from Dessin Fuurnir, Curved Wingback chair from JF Chen, Cromwell Table in Walnut from JF Chen, Frascati Console from Neirman Weeks, Bamboo Floor lamp from Neirman Weeks, Samuel and Sons European Leather Welt in Black trim on JF Chen Wing Chairs,

Ashbury Hides Italian Haired Hide in Black Ottoman, Michael Berman Limited Glazed and Leafed Finish Urn Lamp from Bradbury Collection, Clarence House Carre Royal chair fabric from Holly Hunt, Jarrett Sofa and pillows from Nancy Corzine, Mannheim Ruseau Tufted Ottoman from David Sutherland, Drapery fabricated by Don's Drapery Service, Paul Ferrante Custom Bamboo Coffee Table, Balestra in Baltic/wheat fabric from Rose Tarlow on Dessin Chairs, Wool and Silk Rug from Mansour, Dreher Chair from Dessin Fuurnir, Curved Wingback chair from JF Chen, Cromwell Table in Walnut from JF Chen, Frascati Console from Neirman Weeks, Bamboo Floor lamp from Neirman Weeks, Samuel and Sons European Leather Welt in Black trim on JF Chen Wing Chairs,

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Ashbury Hides Italian Haired Hide in Black Ottoman, Michael Berman Limited Glazed and Leafed Finish Urn Lamp from Bradbury Collection, Clarence House Carre Royal chair fabric from Holly Hunt, Jarrett Sofa and pillows from Nancy Corzine, Mannheim Ruseau Tufted Ottoman from David Sutherland, Drapery fabricated by Don's Drapery Service, Paul Ferrante Custom Bamboo Coffee Table, Balestra in Baltic/wheat fabric from Rose Tarlow on Dessin Chairs, Wool and Silk Rug from Mansour, Dreher Chair from Dessin Fuurnir, Curved Wingback chair from JF Chen, Cromwell Table in Walnut from JF Chen, Frascati Console from Neirman Weeks, Bamboo Floor lamp from Neirman Weeks, Samuel and Sons European Leather Welt in Black trim on JF Chen Wing Chairs,

Ashbury Hides Italian Haired Hide in Black Ottoman, Michael Berman Limited Glazed and Leafed Finish Urn Lamp from Bradbury Collection, Clarence House Carre Royal chair fabric from Holly Hunt, Jarrett Sofa and pillows from Nancy Corzine, Mannheim Ruseau Tufted Ottoman from David Sutherland, Drapery fabricated by Don's Drapery Service, Paul Ferrante Custom Bamboo Coffee Table, Balestra in Baltic/wheat fabric from Rose Tarlow on Dessin Chairs, Wool and Silk Rug from Mansour, Dreher Chair from Dessin Fuurnir, Curved Wingback chair from JF Chen, Cromwell Table in Walnut from JF Chen, Frascati Console from Neirman Weeks, Bamboo Floor lamp from Neirman Weeks, Samuel and Sons European Leather Welt in Black trim on JF Chen Wing Chairs,

The owners of this former one-story ranch house had clipped a newspaper article featuring Morpurgo Architects’ receipt of the coveted State and County Historic Preservation Awards. As they read the article, they knew that they had found the firm with the expertise to turn their ranch into a Dutch Colonial two-story home with sweeping roof lines. It was their family’s opportunity to return to their roots that lie in the early history of the Dutch settlements in Bergen County. We designed renovations that reconfigured and expanded the first floor. The relocated entrance, centered on the new stone masonry front facade that replicates the rope grouting of the 1800’s, opens onto a vestibule that provides access to the new kitchen, dining, living, and family rooms. The new second floor roof sweeps and dormers add interior visual interest to the bedroom and bathroom. Our clients tell us that neighbors frequently stop by to admire their distinctive home, unique among the nearby ranch houses. They feel that they have the best of both worlds, living in a house that has the look of a historic home and includes authentic features such as wide plank floors, square-cut nails, bulls-eye glass, Dutch doors, strap hinges and latches, while enjoying all the modern amenities of today’s homes.

Griffins Gate is a beautiful 3,200 square foot energy independent passive solar home with a separate 1,200 square foot studio built on 5 ½ acres in Montgomery County, Maryland. The home was designed to be energy independent and in complete harmony with nature; to be all natural, non-toxic, and organic for the health of the owners. The walls and roof are insulated with recycled newspaper. The home faces south to maximize the passive solar benefit, with engineered overhangs shading the windows all summer to minimize the cooling load. In tandem with an energy efficient high mass fireplace, a geothermal heat pump warms the radiant floor in the winter. In the summer, cool water is circulated from the well through the radiant floor and a fan coil unit cools the air in the home.

The owners of this former one-story ranch house had clipped a newspaper article featuring Morpurgo Architects’ receipt of the coveted State and County Historic Preservation Awards. As they read the article, they knew that they had found the firm with the expertise to turn their ranch into a Dutch Colonial two-story home with sweeping roof lines. It was their family’s opportunity to return to their roots that lie in the early history of the Dutch settlements in Bergen County. We designed renovations that reconfigured and expanded the first floor. The relocated entrance, centered on the new stone masonry front facade that replicates the rope grouting of the 1800’s, opens onto a vestibule that provides access to the new kitchen, dining, living, and family rooms. The new second floor roof sweeps and dormers add interior visual interest to the bedroom and bathroom. Our clients tell us that neighbors frequently stop by to admire their distinctive home, unique among the nearby ranch houses. They feel that they have the best of both worlds, living in a house that has the look of a historic home and includes authentic features such as wide plank floors, square-cut nails, bulls-eye glass, Dutch doors, strap hinges and latches, while enjoying all the modern amenities of today’s homes.

Griffins Gate is a beautiful 3,200 square foot energy independent passive solar home with a separate 1,200 square foot studio built on 5 ½ acres in Montgomery County, Maryland. The home was designed to be energy independent and in complete harmony with nature; to be all natural, non-toxic, and organic for the health of the owners. The walls and roof are insulated with recycled newspaper. The home faces south to maximize the passive solar benefit, with engineered overhangs shading the windows all summer to minimize the cooling load. In tandem with an energy efficient high mass fireplace, a geothermal heat pump warms the radiant floor in the winter. In the summer, cool water is circulated from the well through the radiant floor and a fan coil unit cools the air in the home.

Ashbury Hides Italian Haired Hide in Black Ottoman, Michael Berman Limited Glazed and Leafed Finish Urn Lamp from Bradbury Collection, Clarence House Carre Royal chair fabric from Holly Hunt, Jarrett Sofa and pillows from Nancy Corzine, Mannheim Ruseau Tufted Ottoman from David Sutherland, Drapery fabricated by Don's Drapery Service, Paul Ferrante Custom Bamboo Coffee Table, Balestra in Baltic/wheat fabric from Rose Tarlow on Dessin Chairs, Wool and Silk Rug from Mansour, Dreher Chair from Dessin Fuurnir, Curved Wingback chair from JF Chen, Cromwell Table in Walnut from JF Chen, Frascati Console from Neirman Weeks, Bamboo Floor lamp from Neirman Weeks, Samuel and Sons European Leather Welt in Black trim on JF Chen Wing Chairs,

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The owners of this former one-story ranch house had clipped a newspaper article featuring Morpurgo Architects’ receipt of the coveted State and County Historic Preservation Awards. As they read the article, they knew that they had found the firm with the expertise to turn their ranch into a Dutch Colonial two-story home with sweeping roof lines. It was their family’s opportunity to return to their roots that lie in the early history of the Dutch settlements in Bergen County. We designed renovations that reconfigured and expanded the first floor. The relocated entrance, centered on the new stone masonry front facade that replicates the rope grouting of the 1800’s, opens onto a vestibule that provides access to the new kitchen, dining, living, and family rooms. The new second floor roof sweeps and dormers add interior visual interest to the bedroom and bathroom. Our clients tell us that neighbors frequently stop by to admire their distinctive home, unique among the nearby ranch houses. They feel that they have the best of both worlds, living in a house that has the look of a historic home and includes authentic features such as wide plank floors, square-cut nails, bulls-eye glass, Dutch doors, strap hinges and latches, while enjoying all the modern amenities of today’s homes.

The property is one of the original farm houses located on the main street of a small town. It has been in the family for many years and our client just inherited the property. They were trying to have balance of preserving the old while realizing modern day living has its benefits too. The house had a large addition added using mostly old style materials, but designed with function and modern day luxuries. Our goal was to carry that theme to the outside. Our first problem we had to address was how to transition between the first floor elevation changes. The lower room was the husband’s office. He stated in the future he may have clients over and it would be nice to have an area to sit outside. The wife’s main concern was to renew the four corner garden. She also felt it was very important to be able to see it from the kitchen area. Finally there was an old wishing well stuck right outside the kitchen. They both felt it would be neat to be able to incorporate this in some how. They wanted a patio area with a built in grill to accommodate there family and friends. They also wanted to keep a large play area for the kids. We were able to pull this off successfully. We addressed the first issue by having a small lower level flagstone area. This area is large enough for 1 to 2 people to sit comfortably. It also provides a transition from his office to the larger patio area. We installed a simple small gravel sitting area opposite of the main patio. This provides our client a secluded place to relax or do business. Mrs.... told me she is amazed how much her and her husband enjoys this area. It is so peaceful looking at the small creek over a glass of wine. We built a natural limestone retaining wall to create the patio terrace. The stone was chosen to extend the houses architectural elements into the landscape. Irregular broken flagstone was used to give it a more casual feel. We installed three Serviceberries into the patio terrace to replace some trees that were taken down during the remodeling. She was very concern that they would block the view of the four corner garden. We new they were crucial to nestle in the terrace, so we placed them for a couple days for her to decide. Fortunately she agreed they not only kept the view open, but helped frame the garden. The four corner garden was designed to be viewed from afar and experienced up close. We wanted the space to have some formal structure while keeping with the casual farm house feel. Another natural limestone retaining wall was created. This leveled the garden terrace and helped associate it with the rest of the property. The four corner garden is nestled into the existing woods edge. This provides three distinct experiences to entering the garden; a more formal from the driveway, an open feel from the lower lawn, and a more natural / casual experience from the wooded area. The Plymouth brown gravel was used for the center of the garden. This helped highlight the stone post that was found during construction. The gravel also brings the sense of sound into the garden space. Lamb’s ear was chosen as a fun way to get kids interest in horticulture. The balance of using the new to create the old feel is what makes this project a success. The property has already hosted a local historical society event and won an award for its preservation efforts. When Mrs.... can’t find her husband, she knows he is either reading the newspaper by the grill or resting in the hammock along the wood’s path.

david berlekamp
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