The primary goal for this project was to craft a modernist derivation of pueblo architecture. Set into a heavily laden boulder hillside, the design also reflects the nature of the stacked boulder formations. The site, located near local landmark Pinnacle Peak, offered breathtaking views which were largely upward, making proximity an issue. Maintaining southwest fenestration protection and maximizing views created the primary design constraint. The views are maximized with careful orientation, exacting overhangs, and wing wall locations. The overhangs intertwine and undulate with alternating materials stacking to reinforce the boulder strewn backdrop. The elegant material palette and siting allow for great harmony with the native desert. The Elegant Modern at Estancia was the collaboration of many of the Valley's finest luxury home specialists. Interiors guru David Michael Miller contributed elegance and refinement in every detail. Landscape architect Russ Greey of Greey | Pickett contributed a landscape design that not only complimented the architecture, but nestled into the surrounding desert as if always a part of it. And contractor Manship Builders -- Jim Manship and project manager Mark Laidlaw -- brought precision and skill to the construction of what architect C.P. Drewett described as "a watch." Project Details | Elegant Modern at Estancia Architecture: CP Drewett, AIA, NCARB Builder: Manship Builders, Carefree, AZ Interiors: David Michael Miller, Scottsdale, AZ Landscape: Greey | Pickett, Scottsdale, AZ Photography: Dino Tonn, Scottsdale, AZ Publications: "On the Edge: The Rugged Desert Landscape Forms the Ideal Backdrop for an Estancia Home Distinguished by its Modernist Lines" Luxe Interiors + Design, Nov/Dec 2015. Awards: 2015 PCBC Grand Award: Best Custom Home over 8,000 sq. ft. 2015 PCBC Award of Merit: Best Custom Home over 8,000 sq. ft. The Nationals 2016 Silver Award: Best Architectural Design of a One of a Kind Home - Custom or Spec 2015 Excellence in Masonry Architectural Award - Merit Award Photography: Dino Tonn

Napoleon Timberwolf Economizer EPA Medium Wood Burning Stove A Napoleon Economizer wood burning stove gives consumers an economical solution to rising heat costs. The Timberwolf cast iron stove provides great value for your money and allows you to heat your home at the lowest possible price. This wood stove features a beautiful painted black finish that matches any decor. An elegantly arched cast iron door couples beautifully with ceramic glass to protect your home from the open fire while still offering a large view of the flame.

This cellar separates a living room and the kitchen with glass walls offering a glimpse into the cellar. The glass walls are tinted, UV protected -- this photo has been enhanced to show the cellar detail through the glass. Photo by Michael McNamera, ShootingLA

Sapele mahogany offers a sophisticated appearance with fabulously showy grain. The Sikkens Ceol finish enhances the look and offers long term protection with minimal maintenance expense.

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Partial Bahama Shutters offer great Solar/Rain protection and Island/Coastal aesthetic, while keeping porches open and never impeding on your view!
Island style two-story white home design photo in Orlando

The new roof on this Ypsilanti home features Owen Corning’s Oakridge shingles. Of the many colors offered, all feature StreakGuard™ Algae Resistance Protection which helps inhibit the growth of blue-green algae to provide protection against those ugly black streaks.

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Xpress offers the highest quality roofing solutions to protect your home from the elements for years to come. See the beauty and protection an Owens Corning roof can add to your home.

Xpress offers the highest quality roofing solutions to protect your home from the elements for years to come. See the beauty and protection an Owens Corning roof can add to your home.

What a fun backyard! The fabric sun shades offer colorful protection for the patio. Pull up a chair and enjoy hanging out with friends.
Example of a small trendy backyard patio design in St Louis

Xpress offers the highest quality roofing solutions to protect your home from the elements for years to come. See the beauty and protection an Owens Corning roof can add to your home.

Xpress offers the highest quality roofing solutions to protect your home from the elements for years to come. See the beauty and protection an Owens Corning roof can add to your home.

Xpress offers the highest quality roofing solutions to protect your home from the elements for years to come. See the beauty and protection an Owens Corning roof can add to your home.

Xpress offers the highest quality roofing solutions to protect your home from the elements for years to come. See the beauty and protection an Owens Corning roof can add to your home.

Xpress offers the highest quality roofing solutions to protect your home from the elements for years to come. See the beauty and protection an Owens Corning roof can add to your home.

Post Completion of newly installed bronze exterior vinyl replacement windows from our Mezzo Collection. Easily installed, these upgraded windows offer increased sound protection, energy efficiency, UV protection, and moisture control over outdated and drafty single pane aluminum windows.

Post Completion of newly installed bronze exterior vinyl replacement windows from our Mezzo Collection. Easily installed, these upgraded windows offer increased sound protection, energy efficiency, UV protection, and moisture control over outdated and drafty single pane aluminum windows.

Xpress offers the highest quality roofing solutions to protect your home from the elements for years to come. See the beauty and protection an Owens Corning roof can add to your home.