Desiring an open space in a master bath with a relatively small footprint, the design shifted towards a more modern aesthetic. Here, Carrara and Calacatta marble cover the floor, the shower walls, the countertop, while a sleek vanity with modern pulls and faucets continue to work in theme; combining it's limitations with efficiencies, it's classic beauty with the hot new thang. The modern master bath offers space and warmth that comfortably connects to the more traditional aspects of the home.

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/

Siding: SM Contractor specializes in siding and offers a range of services related to the installation, repair, and maintenance of a residential house, in this case, we carried out: 1. it was removed and hauled away the siding. 2. Inspected all wood before covering. 3. Any damaged wood was replaced on the other hand when was start the project we capped the fascia and everywhere that was necessary. we provided siding insulation 4. We removed the gutters and reinstalled them

This lovely west Plano kitchen was updated to better serve the lovely family who lives there by removing the existing island (with raised bar) and replaced with custom built option. Quartzite countertops, marble splash and travertine floors create a neutral foundation. Transitional bold lighting over the island offers lots of great task lighting and style.

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This project was completed in conjunction with the construction of the home. The home’s architect was looking for someone who could design and build a new driveway, front entrance, walkways, patio, fencing, and plantings. The gardens were designed for the homeowner who had a real appreciation for gardening and was looking for variety and colour. The plants are all perennials that are relatively low maintenance while offering a wide variety of colours, heights, shapes and textures. For the hardscape, we used a Mondrian slab interlock for the main features and added a natural stone border for architectural detail.

Dramatic plant textures, modern hardscaping and sharp angles enhanced this mid-century modern bungalow. Soft plants were chosen to contrast with the sharp angles of the pathways and hard edges of the MCM home, while providing all-season interest. Horizontal privacy screens wrap the front porch and create intimate garden spaces – some visible only from the street and some visible only from inside the home. The front yard is relatively small in size, but full of colorful texture.

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Over 35 years of research and hundreds of clinical studies offer unequivocal proof that installing biophilic wall art in your personal or family space will: - reduce work and life-related stress - reduce anger and fatigue - reduce anxiety, depression and fear - increase personal productivity - increase creativity - dramatically improve one's sense of personal well being Click on the next picture to continue reading………..

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Thinking of increasing the living space of your home? Collins Remodeling has more than 15 years of experience offering services related to home extension and home ADU in San Leandro. Contact us today to know more about us and how we make your dreams come true. Home ADU in San Leandro, CA - http://www.collinsremodeling.com/

Desiring an open space in a master bath with a relatively small footprint, the design shifted towards a more modern aesthetic. Here, Carrara and Calacatta marble cover the floor, the shower walls, the countertop, while a sleek vanity with modern pulls and faucets continue to work in theme; combining it's limitations with efficiencies, it's classic beauty with the hot new thang. The modern master bath offers space and warmth that comfortably connects to the more traditional aspects of the home.

Thinking of increasing the living space of your home? Collins Remodeling has more than 15 years of experience offering services related to home extension and home ADU in San Leandro. Contact us today to know more about us and how we make your dreams come true. Home ADU in San Leandro, CA - http://www.collinsremodeling.com/

This lakeside A-Frame cottage required creative space planning. The lower level galley kitchen offers tons of hidden storage built under the stairs. Modern grey cabinetry and open shelving are accented by ample recessed and spot lights. The countertop and white subway tiles wrap around into the living area, creating multi-function seating. USB outlets allow homeowners and guest to charge their smart devices easily. The floors look like a greyed rustic wood, but are actually luxury vinyl tiles...perfect for the in-and-out traffic from water related activities.

This relatively small bathroom has been designed to maximise space and useability. The alcoves built into the bath wall, in addition to the open shelving, allow storage for bath items. The large tabular sink offers surface space for vanity items, in the absence of a typical vanity unit. The large mirror matches the width of the sink, and is border-lit and heated. Using the same wood-effect tiling on the floor and feature wall provide continuity and avoids too many differing surfaces in a small area, opening the space up a bit more.

Inspiration for a small transitional u-shaped medium tone wood floor kitchen remodel in Denver with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula and turquoise countertops

Perched on a 16-acre property in Norther Minnesota, this home offers expansive views of Lake Superior’s rugged coastline. A single view takes precedence: During storm events, a micro-island of solid rock experiences dramatic cross-currents and explosive waves. In fair weather the island is a picturesque monolith emerging from dark waters. Core living spaces (Entry, Kitchen, Dining, Living) share this view by establishing lower relative floor planes; rooms step down in reverence to this ever-changing landscape feature.

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Inspiration for a cottage courtyard patio remodel in Dallas with a roof extension

This lakeside A-Frame cottage required creative space planning. The lower level galley kitchen offers tons of hidden storage built under the stairs. Modern grey cabinetry and open shelving are accented by ample recessed and spot lights. The countertop and white subway tiles wrap around into the living area, creating multi-function seating. USB outlets allow homeowners and guest to charge their smart devices easily. The floors look like a greyed rustic wood, but are actually luxury vinyl tiles...perfect for the in-and-out traffic from water related activities.