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/

Refine your bathroom's aesthetic with the Everstein Modern Series faucet. Combining sleek, minimalist lines with industrial-grade durability, this faucet is designed to be the centerpiece of any contemporary vanity. Sophisticated Design & Finish Fingerprint-Resistant: The premium brushed nickel finish is specifically engineered to resist tarnish, corrosion, and unsightly fingerprint marks. Lasting Brilliance: Our finish has passed rigorous salt spray testing, ensuring it maintains its original luster even in high-humidity bathroom environments. Modern Profile: Featuring crisp lines and a sleek look, this faucet complements a wide variety of bathroom styles, from transitional to ultra-modern.

Transitional/ Modern kitchen transformation designed pass the test of time. Finest solid Maple caabinets custom made locally. Subtle grey granite coutertops with fascinating natural pattern. Hand modeled white toned backsplash. Wood in Maple planks on ceiling to match cabinets. Oak flooring. Lighting in micro small recessed on ceiling, under cabinet lighting for tasks, accent lignting for peninsula and island in blown blue glass.

Transitional/ Modern kitchen transformation designed pass the test of time. Finest solid Maple caabinets custom made locally. Subtle grey granite coutertops with fascinating natural pattern. Hand modeled white toned backsplash. Wood in Maple planks on ceiling to match cabinets. Oak flooring. Lighting in micro small recessed on ceiling, under cabinet lighting for tasks, accent lignting for peninsula and island in blown blue glass.

Transitional/ Modern kitchen transformation designed pass the test of time. Finest solid Maple caabinets custom made locally. Subtle grey granite coutertops with fascinating natural pattern. Hand modeled white toned backsplash. Wood in Maple planks on ceiling to match cabinets. Oak flooring. Lighting in micro small recessed on ceiling, under cabinet lighting for tasks, accent lignting for peninsula and island in blown blue glass.

Kitchen - traditional l-shaped beige floor kitchen idea in New York with an undermount sink, white cabinets, beige backsplash, paneled appliances, an island and beige countertops

Inspiration for a contemporary master brown tile, gray tile and stone tile white floor freestanding bathtub remodel in Orange County with white walls

The dining area of this kitchen was oversized, and the young family had a unique request: Incorporate a lounge area with cozy upholstered in the kitchen. We added a built-in bench seat to take advantage of a nook for the dining table, and used small scale (but comfy!) furniture to create a kid-friendly lounge complete with TV. All of the upholstery is done with outdoor fabrics for durability-- it all had to pass the blueberry test! In the end, this is a family-friendly kitchen that truly reflects our client's feminine, elegant style.

Transitional/ Modern kitchen transformation designed pass the test of time. Finest solid Maple caabinets custom made locally. Subtle grey granite coutertops with fascinating natural pattern. Hand modeled white toned backsplash. Wood in Maple planks on ceiling to match cabinets. Oak flooring. Lighting in micro small recessed on ceiling, under cabinet lighting for tasks, accent lignting for peninsula and island in blown blue glass.

Transitional/ Modern kitchen transformational designed to pass the test of time. Finest solid Maple cabinets custom made locally. Subtle grey granite counter tops with fascinating natural pattern. Hand modeled white toned back splash. Wood in Maple planks on ceiling to match cabinets. Oak flooring. Lighting in micro small recessed on ceiling, under cabinet lighting for tasks. accent lighting for peninsula and island in blown blue glass.

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Dressing room - huge transitional gender-neutral carpeted and gray floor dressing room idea with shaker cabinets and blue cabinets

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This is an example of a rustic porch design in Denver with decking and a roof extension.

For some design inspiration with a Lowcountry feel, check out this custom home on Sullivan's Island, as featured in Charleston Home + Design Magazine. The ActivWall Gas Strut Window used creates a stylish and functional indoor-outdoor entertaining space. For added peace of mind, our products are impact tested for safety in hurricane zones and include a 10-year residential warranty. Architect: Clarke Design Group Builder: Diament Building Corp. Designer: LuAnn Oliver McCants #GasStrutWindow #CoastalLiving #MadeinUSA Martinsville Made #CharlestonSC

For some design inspiration with a Lowcountry feel, check out this custom home on Sullivan's Island, as featured in Charleston Home + Design Magazine. The ActivWall Gas Strut Window used creates a stylish and functional indoor-outdoor entertaining space. For added peace of mind, our products are impact tested for safety in hurricane zones and include a 10-year residential warranty. Architect: Clarke Design Group Builder: Diament Building Corp. Designer: LuAnn Oliver McCants #GasStrutWindow #CoastalLiving #MadeinUSA Martinsville Made #CharlestonSC

This master bath remodel in Olivenhain on a gorgeous piece of horse property was a collaborative effort between a client and designer. The outcome is a luxurious spa bath that will pass the test of time. Elegant and creative with marble details dividing the tall vanity mirrors and hidden medicine cabinets make this bathroom gorgeous and practical all at once.

This master bath remodel in Olivenhain on a gorgeous piece of horse property was a collaborative effort between a client and designer. The outcome is a luxurious spa bath that will pass the test of time. Elegant and creative with marble details dividing the tall vanity mirrors and hidden medicine cabinets make this bathroom gorgeous and practical all at once.

This master bath remodel in Olivenhain on a gorgeous piece of horse property was a collaborative effort between a client and designer. The outcome is a luxurious spa bath that will pass the test of time. Elegant and creative with marble details dividing the tall vanity mirrors and hidden medicine cabinets make this bathroom gorgeous and practical all at once.

For some design inspiration with a Lowcountry feel, check out this custom home on Sullivan's Island, as featured in Charleston Home + Design Magazine. The ActivWall Gas Strut Window used creates a stylish and functional indoor-outdoor entertaining space. For added peace of mind, our products are impact tested for safety in hurricane zones and include a 10-year residential warranty. Architect: Clarke Design Group Builder: Diament Building Corp. Designer: LuAnn Oliver McCants #GasStrutWindow #CoastalLiving #MadeinUSA Martinsville Made #CharlestonSC

Introducing the Cascade Barn style sliding Shower glass door. We love this door, after trying various manufacturers we finally found our Barn Door of Choice. The quality is phenomenal, installation much quicker than the others, aesthetically the perfect look we wanted. The rollers are dramatic and rch looking. Also solid compared to some of the discount brands. The support bar is solid, it can handle the weight of the glass, where others have failed and you end up with a sagging support bar and a door that wont stay closed. Not good. This one has passed all of our tests. IT is available to see in our showroom!