The Borghorst Residence is a "plate-up" remodeling of a modest single story ranch house on a Willamette riverfront lot. The client had grown up in the original house, purchasing the property from his retiring parents. Seeking a break from traditional forms, the new owners supported a clean modernist image employing a partie of solids and voids to define major spatial groupings. The approach reveals the more public areas that in turn frame a two-story view through the house westward to the river, while private areas are appropriately opened only to the river. This play of opacity and transparency, separated largely by the vertical circulation elements, offers interesting compositional opportunities and a legible clue to the building's organization.

This four bedroom beach house in Washington's South Sound is all about growing up near the water's edge during summer's freedom from school. The owner's childhood was spent in a small cabin on this site with her parents and siblings. Now married and with children of her own, it was time to savor those childhood memories and create new ones in a house designed for generations to come. At 3,200 square feet, including a whimsical Crow's Nest, the new summer cabin is much larger than the original cabin. The home is still about family and fun though. Above the 600 square foot water toys filled garage, there is a 500 square foot bunk room for friends and family. The bunk room is connected to the main house by an upper bridge where built-in storage frames a window seat overlooking the property. Throughout the home are playful details drawing from the waterfront locale. Paddles are integrated into the stair railing, engineered flooring with a weathered look, marine cleats as hardware, a boardwalk to the main entry, and nautical lighting are found throughout the house. Designed by BC&J Architecture.

Nursery's can be full of child-like things, or they can be very adult. This is a little of both, but it's definitely geared towards making the parents comfortable, happy, and relaxed.

The Borghorst Residence is a "plate-up" remodeling of a modest single story ranch house on a Willamette riverfront lot. The client had grown up in the original house, purchasing the property from his retiring parents. Seeking a break from traditional forms, the new owners supported a clean modernist image employing a partie of solids and voids to define major spatial groupings. The approach reveals the more public areas that in turn frame a two-story view through the house westward to the river, while private areas are appropriately opened only to the river. This play of opacity and transparency, separated largely by the vertical circulation elements, offers interesting compositional opportunities and a legible clue to the building's organization.

This four bedroom beach house in Washington's South Sound is all about growing up near the water's edge during summer's freedom from school. The owner's childhood was spent in a small cabin on this site with her parents and siblings. Now married and with children of her own, it was time to savor those childhood memories and create new ones in a house designed for generations to come. At 3,200 square feet, including a whimsical Crow's Nest, the new summer cabin is much larger than the original cabin. The home is still about family and fun though. Above the 600 square foot water toys filled garage, there is a 500 square foot bunk room for friends and family. The bunk room is connected to the main house by an upper bridge where built-in storage frames a window seat overlooking the property. Throughout the home are playful details drawing from the waterfront locale. Paddles are integrated into the stair railing, engineered flooring with a weathered look, marine cleats as hardware, a boardwalk to the main entry, and nautical lighting are found throughout the house. Designed by BC&J Architecture.

Play area for the kids with built-in monkey bars.
Inspiration for a huge craftsman gender-neutral carpeted playroom remodel in Salt Lake City with multicolored walls

High ceiling over entry and living room converted to new open loft for kid's play area. Essentially the loft became one big toy box where all toys were to be kept. This allowed the parents to reclaim the formal living areas below. Coffer ceiling was added (octagon coffer shape). Chris Doering at TRUADDITIONS.

The Caramel Modern Farmhouse design is one of our fan favorites. There are so many things to love. This home was renovated to have an open first floor that allowed the clients to see all the way to their kitchen space. The homeowners were young parents and wanted a space that was multi-functional yet toddler-friendly. By incorporating a play area in the living room and all baby proof furniture and finishes, we turned this vintage home into a modern dream.

The Borghorst Residence is a "plate-up" remodeling of a modest single story ranch house on a Willamette riverfront lot. The client had grown up in the original house, purchasing the property from his retiring parents. Seeking a break from traditional forms, the new owners supported a clean modernist image employing a partie of solids and voids to define major spatial groupings. The approach reveals the more public areas that in turn frame a two-story view through the house westward to the river, while private areas are appropriately opened only to the river. This play of opacity and transparency, separated largely by the vertical circulation elements, offers interesting compositional opportunities and a legible clue to the building's organization.

The Caramel Modern Farmhouse design is one of our fan favorites. There are so many things to love. This home was renovated to have an open first floor that allowed the clients to see all the way to their kitchen space. The homeowners were young parents and wanted a space that was multi-functional yet toddler-friendly. By incorporating a play area in the living room and all baby proof furniture and finishes, we turned this vintage home into a modern dream.

David Blank
Urban dark wood floor bedroom photo in Los Angeles with green walls and no fireplace

Photographed by the uber-talented Mark Menjivar. Detail shot of teenager's bedroom.
Kids' room - transitional kids' room idea in Austin

The Borghorst Residence is a "plate-up" remodeling of a modest single story ranch house on a Willamette riverfront lot. The client had grown up in the original house, purchasing the property from his retiring parents. Seeking a break from traditional forms, the new owners supported a clean modernist image employing a partie of solids and voids to define major spatial groupings. The approach reveals the more public areas that in turn frame a two-story view through the house westward to the river, while private areas are appropriately opened only to the river. This play of opacity and transparency, separated largely by the vertical circulation elements, offers interesting compositional opportunities and a legible clue to the building's organization.

The Caramel Modern Farmhouse design is one of our fan favorites. There are so many things to love. This home was renovated to have an open first floor that allowed the clients to see all the way to their kitchen space. The homeowners were young parents and wanted a space that was multi-functional yet toddler-friendly. By incorporating a play area in the living room and all baby proof furniture and finishes, we turned this vintage home into a modern dream.

The Caramel Modern Farmhouse design is one of our fan favorites. There are so many things to love. This home was renovated to have an open first floor that allowed the clients to see all the way to their kitchen space. The homeowners were young parents and wanted a space that was multi-functional yet toddler-friendly. By incorporating a play area in the living room and all baby proof furniture and finishes, we turned this vintage home into a modern dream.

The Borghorst Residence is a "plate-up" remodeling of a modest single story ranch house on a Willamette riverfront lot. The client had grown up in the original house, purchasing the property from his retiring parents. Seeking a break from traditional forms, the new owners supported a clean modernist image employing a partie of solids and voids to define major spatial groupings. The approach reveals the more public areas that in turn frame a two-story view through the house westward to the river, while private areas are appropriately opened only to the river. This play of opacity and transparency, separated largely by the vertical circulation elements, offers interesting compositional opportunities and a legible clue to the building's organization.

Canyon Design Build created this Corte Madera, CA ADU as a private, accessible living space for an aging parent—complete with a full kitchen, vaulted ceilings, warm mid-century style, and a shared deck that connects the family while honoring independence.

The Borghorst Residence is a "plate-up" remodeling of a modest single story ranch house on a Willamette riverfront lot. The client had grown up in the original house, purchasing the property from his retiring parents. Seeking a break from traditional forms, the new owners supported a clean modernist image employing a partie of solids and voids to define major spatial groupings. The approach reveals the more public areas that in turn frame a two-story view through the house westward to the river, while private areas are appropriately opened only to the river. This play of opacity and transparency, separated largely by the vertical circulation elements, offers interesting compositional opportunities and a legible clue to the building's organization.

The Caramel Modern Farmhouse design is one of our fan favorites. There are so many things to love. This home was renovated to have an open first floor that allowed the clients to see all the way to their kitchen space. The homeowners were young parents and wanted a space that was multi-functional yet toddler-friendly. By incorporating a play area in the living room and all baby proof furniture and finishes, we turned this vintage home into a modern dream.