The Aerius - Modern Craftsman in Ridgefield Washington by Cascade West Development Inc. Upon opening the 8ft tall door and entering the foyer an immediate display of light, color and energy is presented to us in the form of 13ft coffered ceilings, abundant natural lighting and an ornate glass chandelier. Beckoning across the hall an entrance to the Great Room is beset by the Master Suite, the Den, a central stairway to the Upper Level and a passageway to the 4-bay Garage and Guest Bedroom with attached bath. Advancement to the Great Room reveals massive, built-in vertical storage, a vast area for all manner of social interactions and a bountiful showcase of the forest scenery that allows the natural splendor of the outside in. The sleek corner-kitchen is composed with elevated countertops. These additional 4in create the perfect fit for our larger-than-life homeowner and make stooping and drooping a distant memory. The comfortable kitchen creates no spatial divide and easily transitions to the sun-drenched dining nook, complete with overhead coffered-beam ceiling. This trifecta of function, form and flow accommodates all shapes and sizes and allows any number of events to be hosted here. On the rare occasion more room is needed, the sliding glass doors can be opened allowing an out-pour of activity. Almost doubling the square-footage and extending the Great Room into the arboreous locale is sure to guarantee long nights out under the stars. Cascade West Facebook: https://goo.gl/MCD2U1 Cascade West Website: https://goo.gl/XHm7Un These photos, like many of ours, were taken by the good people of ExposioHDR - Portland, Or Exposio Facebook: https://goo.gl/SpSvyo Exposio Website: https://goo.gl/Cbm8Ya

This transitional bungalow home's small addition allows the long rays of the winter sun to warm this family room's stone floor while shading it from the high summer sun.

Concealed roll-down insect screens transform this family room into a screen porch in summer to eliminate the need for air-conditioning by allowing cross-ventilating breezes to cool the spaces and take advantage of the home's woodland setting.

The Aerius - Modern Craftsman in Ridgefield Washington by Cascade West Development Inc. Upon opening the 8ft tall door and entering the foyer an immediate display of light, color and energy is presented to us in the form of 13ft coffered ceilings, abundant natural lighting and an ornate glass chandelier. Beckoning across the hall an entrance to the Great Room is beset by the Master Suite, the Den, a central stairway to the Upper Level and a passageway to the 4-bay Garage and Guest Bedroom with attached bath. Advancement to the Great Room reveals massive, built-in vertical storage, a vast area for all manner of social interactions and a bountiful showcase of the forest scenery that allows the natural splendor of the outside in. The sleek corner-kitchen is composed with elevated countertops. These additional 4in create the perfect fit for our larger-than-life homeowner and make stooping and drooping a distant memory. The comfortable kitchen creates no spatial divide and easily transitions to the sun-drenched dining nook, complete with overhead coffered-beam ceiling. This trifecta of function, form and flow accommodates all shapes and sizes and allows any number of events to be hosted here. On the rare occasion more room is needed, the sliding glass doors can be opened allowing an out-pour of activity. Almost doubling the square-footage and extending the Great Room into the arboreous locale is sure to guarantee long nights out under the stars. Cascade West Facebook: https://goo.gl/MCD2U1 Cascade West Website: https://goo.gl/XHm7Un These photos, like many of ours, were taken by the good people of ExposioHDR - Portland, Or Exposio Facebook: https://goo.gl/SpSvyo Exposio Website: https://goo.gl/Cbm8Ya

Leger Wanaselja Architecture, Kiera Marie Condrey
Inspiration for a small eclectic two-story mixed siding exterior home remodel in San Francisco

When retracted to the side, these operable glass doors transform the family room into an open porch to open the interiors to the natural surroundings.

The island isn't just for looks; it offers plenty of storage, a convenient microwave drawer, and a built-in waste bin. During gatherings, it transforms into a buffet area, making hosting a breeze. It also provides seating and extra storage on its backside.

Located on approximately 12 acres of upland hillside that include old bluestone quarry sites, this project has developed over time through a series of alterations and additions to an existing late eighteenth century farmhouse. Initial new work included a new entry, screen porch and shed dormer additions to the main house, as well as a subsequent detached new ceramics studio. More recent complimentary additions include new dining, living and screened in porch spaces as well as new entry and connection links. Conceptualized as a cascading series of vernacular forms on a moderately sloping hillside, all new spaces feature extra height ceilings and plenty of glass and light connecting inside to out with new bluestone terraces, retaining walls and garden features. We also created a 246 square foot studio with a generous southwestern exposure and a passive cantilevered roof coverage for an aspiring ceramic artist. Inspired by local agrarian features, this new structure takes its cue from nearby chicken coops, but transforms with careful window, door and exterior material detailing. Built upon the tailings of an early bluestone quarry, the exterior landscaping includes the integration of existing adjacent ledge outcropping, dry laid bluestone walls, steps and terraces with a mature hardwood canopy. Planned for year round occupation (although with easy seasonal shutdown mode), amenities include: in floor radiant heating, slop sink, floor drains, insulated windows and doors, code compliant (spray foam) insulation envelope