Elegant exterior home photo in Louisville

Elegant exterior home photo in Louisville

Trendy backyard concrete paver patio photo in Seattle with a roof extension and a bbq area

Michael Jacob
Inspiration for a contemporary backyard concrete patio fountain remodel in St Louis with a roof extension

What our clients needed: • Create a garden folly that doubles as a well-built shed for crafts and storage. • Size the structure large enough for comfortable storage without dominating the garden. • Discreetly locate the shed in the far corner of the rear yard while maintaining existing trees. • Ensure that the structure is protected from the weather and carefully detailed to deter access of wildlife and rodents. FUNCTION • Construct the shed slab close to grade to permit easy access for bicycle storage, while building shed walls above grade to ensure against termites and dryrot. • Install a French door and operable casement windows to admit plenty of daylight and provide views to the garden. • Include rugged built-in work bench, shelves, bike racks and tool storage for a rustic well-organized and efficient space. • Incorporate GFIC electrical service for safe access to power at this distant corner of the yard. • Position energy-efficient interior lighting to ensure space can be used year-round. • Switch control of exterior light from house and from shed for ease of command. AESTHETICS • Design and detail the shed to coordinate with the Arts and Crafts style house. • Include an arbor for future flowering vines, further softening the shed’s garden presence. • Simple and rustic interior surfaces ensure that the space is easy to clean. • Create an aged and softly weathered appearance, and protect the exterior siding by finishing the cedar with a custom-colored semi-transparent stain. INNOVATIVE MATERIALS AND CONSTRUCTION • Factory-built components were pre-assembled to allow for a speedy assembly and for a shorter on-site construction schedule. • Each component was easily transported through the yard without disturbing garden features. • Decorative exterior trim frames the door and windows, while a simpler trim is used inside the unadorned shed. OBSTACLE OVERCOME • The structure is located in the corner of the yard to avoid disturbance of a curly willow tree. • The low-profile structure is positioned close to property lines while staying beneath the allowable daylight plane for structures. • To comply with daylight plane close to fence, the roof form combines hip and gable forms, with door located at gable end. • The height of the modest interior is maximized, without exceeding the allowable building height. CRAFTSMANSHIP • The concrete slab was precisely formed and finished for ease of shed assembly before the factory-built components were delivered to site. • Precision planning meant the pre-framed door fit exactly between raised concrete curb.

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Country tile screened-in back porch idea in New Orleans with a roof extension

Off the kitchen and overlooking the pool, the porch was remodeled into an office and cozy sunroom; it quickly became the grandchildren's favorite hangout. Sunbrella fabrics provide protection against sun and sticky hands. Featured in Charleston Style + Design, Winter 2013 Holger Photography

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Bathroom - traditional bathroom idea in Indianapolis

Eye-Land: Named for the expansive white oak savanna views, this beautiful 5,200-square foot family home offers seamless indoor/outdoor living with five bedrooms and three baths, and space for two more bedrooms and a bathroom. The site posed unique design challenges. The home was ultimately nestled into the hillside, instead of placed on top of the hill, so that it didn’t dominate the dramatic landscape. The openness of the savanna exposes all sides of the house to the public, which required creative use of form and materials. The home’s one-and-a-half story form pays tribute to the site’s farming history. The simplicity of the gable roof puts a modern edge on a traditional form, and the exterior color palette is limited to black tones to strike a stunning contrast to the golden savanna. The main public spaces have oversized south-facing windows and easy access to an outdoor terrace with views overlooking a protected wetland. The connection to the land is further strengthened by strategically placed windows that allow for views from the kitchen to the driveway and auto court to see visitors approach and children play. There is a formal living room adjacent to the front entry for entertaining and a separate family room that opens to the kitchen for immediate family to gather before and after mealtime.

Mid-sized trendy backyard concrete patio kitchen photo in Austin with a roof extension

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Inspiration for a coastal two-story wood gable roof remodel in Boston

Large elegant three-story and attached wood and one-car brown porte cochere photo in New York

Inspiration for a modern pivot front door remodel in San Francisco

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Inspiration for a contemporary two-car carport remodel in Seattle

Exterior Painting: This two story red brick house takes on a very cozy gingerbread house feel with the contrasting taupe exterior paint, don't you think?

Installed on South Flamingo Road in Davie, Florida, this premium Mahogany pivot entry system was engineered to deliver architectural performance, enhanced security, and long-term durability. The oversized pivot configuration provides smooth operation, structural stability, and a refined contemporary appearance. Crafted from natural Mahogany, the warm wood finish strengthens the visual connection between interior and exterior spaces while adding depth, character, and timeless elegance to the residence. For advanced protection and everyday functionality, this entry door incorporates a high-quality 3-Point Lock System that secures the door at multiple contact points, improving structural reinforcement, weather sealing, operational security, and overall performance compared to traditional single-point systems. Combined with expert handcrafted fabrication and premium materials, this custom entry solution offers a balance of engineering precision, contemporary design, and elevated residential living.

Inspiration for a large contemporary one-story wood brown deck remodel in Los Angeles with a pergola

Chipper Hatter
Large transitional medium tone wood floor mudroom photo in San Francisco with white walls

Photo: Sarah Greenman © 2014 Houzz
Eclectic dining room photo in Dallas with beige walls