This project won in the 2013 Builders Association of Metropolitan Pittsburgh Housing Excellence Award for Best Urban Renewal Renovation Project. The glass bowl was made in the glass studio owned by the owner which is adjacent to the residence. The mirror is a repurposed window. The door is repurposed from a boarding house. George Mendel

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/

Our designer has achieved a stylish look by combining dark cabinets and light-colored marbles.

Tucked into the hillsides of Marin, the environment played a predominant role in defining the contemporary yet exotic style of this home. In the master bedroom, a fireplace adds a cozy design element, while an inconspicuous home theater system can be elegantly tucked away when not in use. In the master bathroom, pebbled stone tile adorn the walls of the double shower that overlooks the hillsides of Marin. A guest bathroom was designed to compliment the eclectic aesthetic of the home. While in the center of the residence, a spiral acrylic staircase climbs 3 floors acting as a consistent element, tying together the varied yet complementary styles.

This is an organic Lime Wash done with a true lime wash product as opposed to a brick mortar or concrete that is often seen on new houses. This product can be applied as a solid coating making the surface completely white, or can be applied and "washed off" in many artistic ways, as seen here. If you hate your brick or just want something unique this is a great option! Photo credit: Jeff Murrey

Made by VISTATILES Ships from a small business in Pennsylvania . Since Ottoman Arabesque Tile Tiles are produced by hand, it is normal to have color tones in the products. . Our Arabesque Ceramic-based product is glazed.Preserves its appearance for many years. No loss of color and pattern . Handmade tiles are fired (baked) at 1050 degrees. Therefore, the sun, wind, etc. weather resistant. . The product surface is resistant to water and moisture thanks to its glossy polished finish. Therefore, it does not hold water on its surface and prevents the formation of bacteria and mold. . Our tile products are preferred in your interior and exterior architectural decoration and designs and restoration projects. . We do not recommend using Ottoman Arabesk tiles directly in water. . You can easily use the products produced with special glaze crackle in wet places. . In front of the bar, Spa decoration, behind the Turkish bath basin, tile panel or above the basin, as a decor in the bathroom shower cabin, Kitchen countertop and countertop, etc. used in the fields. . Dimension:30X30 cm . 1 m2: ~ 10 file . 1 m2:~ 20 kg . Production in desired color Please note that international buyers are responsible for any duties/customs charges and import taxes associated with shipping to their respective countries. These fees are calculated and imposed by your country when the item arrives in the country.

Made by VISTATILES Ships from a small business in Pennsylvania . Since Ottoman Arabesque Tile Tiles are produced by hand, it is normal to have color tones in the products. . Our Arabesque Ceramic-based product is glazed.Preserves its appearance for many years. No loss of color and pattern . Handmade tiles are fired (baked) at 1050 degrees. Therefore, the sun, wind, etc. weather resistant. . The product surface is resistant to water and moisture thanks to its glossy polished finish. Therefore, it does not hold water on its surface and prevents the formation of bacteria and mold. . Our tile products are preferred in your interior and exterior architectural decoration and designs and restoration projects. . We do not recommend using Ottoman Arabesk tiles directly in water. . You can easily use the products produced with special glaze crackle in wet places. . In front of the bar, Spa decoration, behind the Turkish bath basin, tile panel or above the basin, as a decor in the bathroom shower cabin, Kitchen countertop and countertop, etc. used in the fields. . Dimension:30X30 cm . 1 m2: ~ 10 file . 1 m2:~ 20 kg . Production in desired color Please note that international buyers are responsible for any duties/customs charges and import taxes associated with shipping to their respective countries. These fees are calculated and imposed by your country when the item arrives in the country.

We used: Custom cherry cabinetry in Arts & Crafts Shaker style by Kabinart in Boulder and Espresso stains. Liberty Hardware Venetian bronze 1-1/2" cabinet knobs. KitchenAid Architect II Series 22 CF counter-depth French door refrigerator. KitchenAid Architect Series II 27" convection single wall oven. KitchenAid 36" 6-burner dual fuel freestanding commercial-style range. KitchenAid Architect II Series 24" dishwasher. Sharp Insight Pro Series 24" built-in microwave drawer (Model #KB6524PS). Crystorama Solaris 12" wide pendant lights in English bronze. Granite countertops in Brown Fantasy. 3"x6" polished marble backsplash. Paint colors: Walls: Glidden Silver Cloud 30YY 63/024 Ceilings/Trims/Doors: Glidden Swan White GLC23 Robert B. Narod Photography

Engineered cedar siding creates beautiful gray-blue tones at the exterior of the home, while adding a textural element to activate the simple exterior design.

New Installation of Red Oak Wood, 3 1/4 in width. White-washed Bona Stain was used, Bona Finish, as well as Bona Traffic HD. Dustless sanding.
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Made by VISTATILES Ships from a small business in Pennsylvania . 6 tiles = one square ft $32.99 per square ft . There are 50 ceramic-based glazed tiles in 39,37 inch (1 m2. ) . The product size is 2,75 x 8,26 inch (7x 21 cm). It is sent without a file. . The back is serrated with a matte ceramic base and the front is glazed and glossy polished. . It is normal for the products to have tints in colors since they are produced by handwork. . 2,75 x 8,26 inch(7x21 cm) Ceramic-based glazed tile features . The color element with the decorative art of tile glazed tiles is a dimension that joins the architectural expression in multicolor. . Ceramic-based tiles are resistant to water and chemical cleaning materials, as their water absorption is close to zero. . Ceramic-based tile glazed tile preserves its appearance for many years. There is no loss of color and pattern. . Water and moisture proof thanks to its glossy glazed polished surface. . For this reason, it does not hold water on its surface, prevents the formation of bacteria and mold. . Ceramic-based shaped ceramic-based glazed tiles are suitable for use as wall tiles in bathrooms. . Pool porcelain tiles are used in the interior flooring of the pools. Production is made in the desired color and pattern. . For floor coverings, production is made using matte glaze by printing on the floor tiles. . It can be used in Turkish bath, basin back panel decoration and bath decoration in wet places. . Width : 7 cm . Height 21 cm . Thickness : 0.7 cm . 1 m2 Weight: 16 kg. . 1 m2 Quantity: 50 pcs Please note that international buyers are responsible for any duties/customs charges and import taxes associated with shipping to their respective countries. These fees are calculated and imposed by your country when the item arrives in the country.

There are 70 ceramic-based glazed tiles in 1 m2. . The product size is 7x21. It is sent without a file. . The back is serrated with a matte ceramic base and the front is glazed and glossy polished. . It is normal for the products to have tints in colors since they are produced by handwork. . 7x21 Ceramic-based glazed tile features . The color element with the decorative art of tile glazed tiles is a dimension that joins the architectural expression in multicolor. . Ceramic-based tiles are resistant to water and chemical cleaning materials, as their water absorption is close to zero. . Ceramic-based tile glazed tile preserves its appearance for many years. There is no loss of color and pattern. . Water and moisture proof thanks to its glossy glazed polished surface. . For this reason, it does not hold water on its surface, prevents the formation of bacteria and mold. . Kütahya armada provides thermal insulation with the materials used in the ceramic-based glazed tile composition, . It keeps it cool in summer and warm in winter and breathes in places where ceramic-based tile glazed tiles are used. . Provides homogeneous distribution of sound waves thanks to its reflective feature on the glaze layer on the ceramic-based glazed tile surface . Kütahya Seramik-based tile glazed tile is resistant to external factors such as sun, wind, etc. . Ceramic-based tile glazed tile It is easy to use and apply. . Kütahya Armada tile Ceramic-based glazed tiles usage areas : . Kütahya patterned ceramic-based glazed tiles are used between countertops in kitchens. . Ceramic-based shaped ceramic-based glazed tiles are suitable for use as wall tiles in bathrooms. . Pool porcelain tiles are used in the interior flooring of the pools. Production is made in the desired color and pattern. . For floor coverings, production is made using matte glaze by printing on the floor tiles. . It can be used in Turkish bath, basin back panel decoration and bath decoration in wet places. . Width : 07 cm . Height 21 cm . Thickness : 0.7 cm . 1 m2 Weight: 15,50 kg. . 1 m2 Quantity: 70 pcs Please note that international buyers are responsible for any duties/customs charges and import taxes associated with shipping to their respective countries. These fees are calculated and imposed by your country when the item arrives in the country.

Made by VISTATILES Ships from a small business in Pennsylvania . 6 tiles = one square ft $32.99 per square ft . There are 50 ceramic-based glazed tiles in 39,37 inch (1 m2. ) . The product size is 2,75 x 8,26 inch (7x 21 cm). It is sent without a file. . The back is serrated with a matte ceramic base and the front is glazed and glossy polished. . It is normal for the products to have tints in colors since they are produced by handwork. . 2,75 x 8,26 inch(7x21 cm) Ceramic-based glazed tile features . The color element with the decorative art of tile glazed tiles is a dimension that joins the architectural expression in multicolor. . Ceramic-based tiles are resistant to water and chemical cleaning materials, as their water absorption is close to zero. . Ceramic-based tile glazed tile preserves its appearance for many years. There is no loss of color and pattern. . Water and moisture proof thanks to its glossy glazed polished surface. . For this reason, it does not hold water on its surface, prevents the formation of bacteria and mold. . Ceramic-based shaped ceramic-based glazed tiles are suitable for use as wall tiles in bathrooms. . Pool porcelain tiles are used in the interior flooring of the pools. Production is made in the desired color and pattern. . For floor coverings, production is made using matte glaze by printing on the floor tiles. . It can be used in Turkish bath, basin back panel decoration and bath decoration in wet places. . Width : 7 cm . Height 21 cm . Thickness : 0.7 cm . 1 m2 Weight: 16 kg. . 1 m2 Quantity: 50 pcs Please note that international buyers are responsible for any duties/customs charges and import taxes associated with shipping to their respective countries. These fees are calculated and imposed by your country when the item arrives in the country.

Made by VISTATILES Ships from a small business in Pennsylvania . 6 tiles = one square ft $32.99 per square ft . There are 50 ceramic-based glazed tiles in 39,37 inch (1 m2. ) . The product size is 2,75 x 8,26 inch (7x 21 cm). It is sent without a file. . The back is serrated with a matte ceramic base and the front is glazed and glossy polished. . It is normal for the products to have tints in colors since they are produced by handwork. . 2,75 x 8,26 inch(7x21 cm) Ceramic-based glazed tile features . The color element with the decorative art of tile glazed tiles is a dimension that joins the architectural expression in multicolor. . Ceramic-based tiles are resistant to water and chemical cleaning materials, as their water absorption is close to zero. . Ceramic-based tile glazed tile preserves its appearance for many years. There is no loss of color and pattern. . Water and moisture proof thanks to its glossy glazed polished surface. . For this reason, it does not hold water on its surface, prevents the formation of bacteria and mold. . Ceramic-based shaped ceramic-based glazed tiles are suitable for use as wall tiles in bathrooms. . Pool porcelain tiles are used in the interior flooring of the pools. Production is made in the desired color and pattern. . For floor coverings, production is made using matte glaze by printing on the floor tiles. . It can be used in Turkish bath, basin back panel decoration and bath decoration in wet places. . Width : 7 cm . Height 21 cm . Thickness : 0.7 cm . 1 m2 Weight: 16 kg. . 1 m2 Quantity: 50 pcs Please note that international buyers are responsible for any duties/customs charges and import taxes associated with shipping to their respective countries. These fees are calculated and imposed by your country when the item arrives in the country.

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