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(via VonDalwig) An existing 1967 complex of three buildings and a pool situated on 13 acres of meadows and wetlands was previously renovated and 2009. The main house was extended and a pool added in that renovation but the addition and pool felt more like a detached limb than an integrated part to the house and the plan adjustments and facade work did little to take advantage of the beautiful property and surroundings. Our approach was to allow the parts – the buildings, the landscape, the pool – to unfold and connect to the whole both inside and out, spatially and programmatically – and to establish relationships between spaces that builds a ‘stage’ allowing a programmatic ‘dance’ for the owners to visually and physically connect to the beautiful exterior setting. We reconfigured the floor plan and exterior openings, directing it towards views and created an exterior pergola that include, rather than exclude, the guest studio while also fulfilling the town pool regulations. The outcome is a subtle framing of multiple platforms that connects in and out.

Context Norbert and Robin had dreamed of retiring in a Passive House-certified home overlooking the Lubberland Creek Preserve in Southeastern New Hampshire, and they’d done their homework. They were interested in using four integrated Zehnder America (www.zehnderamerica.com) technologies to make the 1,900 square foot home extremely energy efficient. They didn’t miss any opportunity to innovate or raise the bar on sustainable design. Our goals were focused on guaranteeing their comfort in every season, saving them money on a fixed income, and reducing the home’s overall impact on the environment as much as possible. Response The home faces directly south and captures sunlight all winter under tall and vaulted ceilings and a continuous band of slim-lined, Italian triple-pane windows and doors that provide gorgeous views of the wild preserve. A second-story office nook and clerestory provide even deeper views, with a little more privacy. Zehnder, which previously sold its innovative products only in Europe, took on the project as a test house. We designed around Zehnder’s vent-based systems, including a geothermal heat loop that heats and cools incoming air, a heat pump cooling system, electric towel-warmer radiators in the bathrooms, and a highly efficient energy recovery ventilator, which recycles heat and minimizes the need for air conditioning. The house effectively has no conventional heating system—and doesn’t need it. We also looked for efficiencies and smart solutions everywhere, from the lights to the windows to the insulation. The kitchen exhaust hood eliminates, cleans, and recirculates cooking fumes in the home’s unique kitchen, custom-designed to match the ways Norbert likes to prepare meals. There are several countertop heights so they can prep and clean comfortably, and the eat-in kitchen also has two seating heights so people can sit and socialize while they’re working on dinner. An adjacent screened porch greets guests and opens to the view. A roof-mounted solar system helps to ensure that the home generates more energy than it consumes—helped by features such as a heat pump water heater, superinsulation, LED lights and a polished concrete floor that helps regulate indoor temperatures.

The main goal for the owners of this 1926 house was an addition to gain more closet space near their main floor master bedroom. New built-in closets in the 7-foot wide addition are easily accessed from the master bedroom. • We framed the storage cabinets to look built-in. To break up a wall of storage, we added a window seat that is open underneath. This photos shows one of the three skylights in the addition. In assessing the feasibility of the project, the first thing the designer did was to check the zoning regulations. After a thorough study, it was determined that a 7-foot side addition was possible. The existing house floors were not level. We replaced and sistered many joists as they had deteriorated over the 93 year age of the house. New white oak flooring covers both the addition and the affected sitting room and master bedroom.

Artisan Drapery Drawn with Detail Graber Artisan Drapery is created with elegant details - double-turned hems, mitered corners, sewn-in liners, and bottom weights to ensure that your drapes hang beautifully. Choose from an exclusive collection of sophisticated fabrics, including solids, prints, stripes, jacquards, and sheers. Then add a touch of designer style to your décor with coordinating top treatments or pillows. Great Lengths Frame your windows with drapery that either falls straight down, hovers near a sill, or puddles on the floor. Heading Up Your Look Our drapery fabric can take on the structure of a sturdy pleat, the flat profile of a classic tab, the modern look of grommets, or the ruched gathers of rod pockets. A Full Line of Liners Your drapes hang more beautifully with the body and substance that liners provide. Choose from a variety of lining options to protect fabric from outside elements, regulate the light, and insulate your windows.

We chose to go with a dining loft and underloft for sleeping. The dining table folds in and lowers to a coffee table height. This makes it easier to play our guitars and kick out feet up if we want more of a living room feel. Mitsubishi Mini split above feels so good and sounds so silent. When this touring tiny house comes to 20 cities across the U.S., local homeowners and building pros will see what measured home performance can do for their own homes. Photo: Grace Lunsford

Original Electric installation was wrongly made. Safety and code violations. Everything that we could do just simply cut off existing electrical installation and build new according to code regulations.

Although less common than projects from our other product lines, a Sunspace Design pool enclosure is one of the most visually impressive products we offer. This custom pool enclosure was constructed on a beautiful four acre parcel in Carlisle, Massachusetts. It is the third major project Sunspace Design has designed and constructed on this property. We had previously designed and built an orangery as a dining area off the kitchen in the main house. Our use of a mahogany wood frame and insulated glass ceiling became a focal point and ultimately a beloved space for the owners and their children to enjoy. This positive experience led to an ongoing relationship with Sunspace. We were called in some years later as the clients were considering building an indoor swimming pool on their property. They wanted to include wood and glass in the ceiling in the same fashion as the orangery we had completed for them years earlier. Working closely with the clients, their structural engineer, and their mechanical engineer, we developed the elevations and glass roof system, steel superstructure, and a very sophisticated environment control system to properly heat, cool, and regulate humidity within the enclosure. Further enhancements included a full bath, laundry area, and a sitting area adjacent to the pool complete with a fireplace and wall-mounted television. The magnificent interior finishes included a bluestone floor. We were especially happy to deliver this project to the client, and we believe that many years of enjoyment will be had by their friends and family in this new space.

This couple moved from Chicago’s Wicker Park to a rural setting but wanted to maintain their modern aesthetic. Scott Dresner of Dresner Design created a modern spa oasis for the couple’s master bathroom. The second project completed by Scott in the couple’s home. On the client’s, wish list…a luxurious space to relax, a new window to replace the dated looking glass block, great storage for towels and larger items as well as smaller toiletries. Scott accomplished a variety of storage with deep vanity drawers with push hardware, medicine cabinets with storage on the entire wall, and a large linen closet. Finishes are modern with a hint of warmth created by the floating walnut vanity and trim work. LED light along the vanity and medicine cabinets create a soft ambience perfect for a relaxing bath. Floors are radiant heat, window treatment is motorized, and panel controls a speaker and LED lighting in the rain showerhead. Sources: -Lighting, Lucy Slivinski -Artwork, Linc Thelen -Gray Porcelain Tile, Renaissance Tile + Bath -White Porcelain Tile, Porcelainosa -Black Porcelain tile, The Tile Outlet -Mosaic Shower Floor, Porcelainosa -Bath Tub, Victoria + Albert -Tub Tray, Victoria + Albert -Bath Filler, Phylich -Regulators, Graff -Shower Head, Jaclo -Accessories, Colonial Bronze + Dezi -Rain Shower (LED lighting + music), Thermasol -Toilet, TOTO -Hand spray, Graff -Stone, Calia Stone Boutique -Stone Fabrication, Euro Marble Supply -Vanity, Mirrors, and Linen Closet, The Dresner Design Private Label Collection by De Angelis Italia -Radiant Flooring, Warmup -Linerar Drain, Infinity -Sinks, Lacava -Sink Plumbing, Graff -Window Treatment, The Shade Store -Chair, CB2

Betty installed her Pro Dunk Diamond Basketball System on her concrete driveway with its lines being high school regulation. Her court area is about 50 feet wide and 40 feet deep. Her residence is located in Atwater, California. This is a Pro Dunk Diamond Basketball System that was purchased in September of 2011. It was installed on a 50 ft wide by a 40 ft deep playing area in Atwater, CA. Browse all of Betty J's photos navigate to: http://www.produnkhoops.com/photos/albums/betty-50x40-pro-dunk-diamond-basketball-system-627/

Alm Architects; Located on a small challenging uphill lot in Beaver Creek, CO this ski-in home was designed for three Owners in different parts of the country. Both interior and exterior of this house reflect the modern ideas of the Owners while complying with the resorts strict design regulations.

When it all adds up, the Mount Hamilton ADU construction project perfectly combines modern farmhouse charm and contemporary elegance. With ADU Builders in Mount Hamilton, we crafted two bright bedrooms and two sleek bathrooms, all with quality finishes. The open living area features high ceilings, natural light from large windows, and rich hardwood floors. You'll find granite countertops, white cabinetry, and modern appliances in the kitchen - all part of the custom our Mount Hamilton ADU design and build process, ensuring every detail adds to the home's quality and style. Mount Hamilton ADU Builders - https://www.aduspecialistbayarea.com/locations/mount-hamilton/ Mount Hamilton ADU Floor Plan - https://www.aduspecialistbayarea.com/adu-floor-plans/mount-hamilton/3-bed-3-bath/ Mount Hamilton ADU Regulations - https://www.aduspecialistbayarea.com/adu-regulations/mount-hamilton/ ADU Project in Mount Hamilton - https://www.aduspecialistbayarea.com/projects/mount-hamilton/marvin-family-detached-adu/

Providing quality service, this Pleasanton ADU construction project turned the entire unit into a serene and stylish haven. Focusing on contemporary design, we added dark hardwood floors, a striking tray ceiling, and ample natural light. The kitchen features sleek custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, and elegant pendant lighting. The glass walk-in shower and marble-look tiles in the bathroom create a spa-like experience. As expert Pleasanton ADU builders, our design and build process ensures a seamless blend of comfort, luxury, and craftsmanship throughout the space. Pleasanton ADU Builders - https://www.aduspecialistbayarea.com/locations/pleasanton/ Pleasanton ADU Floor Plan - https://www.aduspecialistbayarea.com/adu-floor-plans/pleasanton/1-bed-2-bath/ Pleasanton ADU Regulations - https://www.aduspecialistbayarea.com/adu-regulations/pleasanton/ ADU Project in Pleasanton - https://www.aduspecialistbayarea.com/projects/pleasanton/bailey-family-adu/

Private Residence / Alys Beach, Florida Architect: Eric Watson Builder: Hufham Farris Construction Working with Hufham Farris Construction and architect Eric Watson on this beautiful and unique Alys Beach residence, we supplied a custom E. F. San Juan front entry door, custom interior windows for the wine cellar, custom exterior gates, exterior railings, exterior paneling and trim, and the magnificent Loewen® windows and doors that make a statement the moment you see the home. Challenges: Due to our limited production capacity in the wake of Hurricane Michael, providing custom millwork for this home was challenging, but our team was happy and proud to return to work after such a disaster. The primary challenge on this gorgeous 5,050-plus-square-foot residence designed by Eric Watson was the vaulted two-story wall of windows that comprises most of the facade. Another feature of this home is the incredible 600-bottle wine cellar on the first floor. Watson wanted this amenity to be a focal point for residents and guests, with large glass windows looking into the cellar from a hallway at the front of the house. Due to the delicate nature of wine and the need to protect the bottles from sunlight, this meant creating custom windows that would block the light while still allowing a view of the cellar from the outside. E. F. San Juan provided these custom windows that filter UV light and are airtight to keep out moisture and regulate the cellar’s temperature. Solution: We worked closely with our trusted partners at Loewen to supply the large, impact-rated windows for the home’s grand facade and throughout the property, along with exterior doors leading to the courtyard, balconies, and other outdoor living spaces. The E. F. San Juan team also created the accompanying millwork and matching exterior trim, railings, and more. Providing privacy, security, and beauty, the front entry door and driveway gates were also made by E. F. San Juan. This new-build home, completed in 2020, exudes the quintessential luxury and unique design acumen of Alys Beach. It was recently sold by agent Matt McGuire of Scenic Sotheby’s International Realty for $7.2 million—a record-breaking sale for residences north of Scenic Highway 30-A in the coastal South Walton area of Northwest Florida. E. F. San Juan is proud to be part of the talented team that created such a standout property in the affluent community of Alys Beach. —- Photography by Tim Kramer, courtesy of Scenic Sotheby’s International Realty

Nantucket is a small island vacation destination off the mainland of Massachusetts. The appeal of the villages is due to the restrained New England architecture, beaches, sailing, fishing, golf and quaint shops. Regulations imposed by the towns restrict the height and size of new homes and remodeling of existing homes. In consequence to this concern for scale and habitat architects are known for creative utilization of interior spaces. Created by Bentley and Churchill Architects this cottage is a wonderful example of fully utilized space, easy living interiors and with an eye towards the timelessness of the island. Jaeger & Ernst cabinetmakers were chosen for our design sensibility, craftsmanship and an ability to move seamlessly between cabinetry, furniture and millwork. Although each portion of the home is complex in it’s fitting and structure the overall impression is one of inviting simplicity. In this photo the end two drawers are fronts on Miele dishwashers. The wall paneling remains exposed on the upper cabinets serving two functions: the room remains larger visually and everything is easily known for use. The Wolf range is nested in the hearth – all the mess, smells and fuss are contained.

These home owners used Weatherwell Elite aluminum shutters to create privacy in their outdoor pavilion. The wood grain powder coat complements their rustic design scheme, and the operable louvers allow them to regulate the airflow.

There’s nothing like having a personalized space that’s functional and beautifully designed. For this Union City ADU construction project, we ensured this property turned into a quality, modern retreat. Working closely with the homeowner, our ADU design and build a team in Union City brought the client's vision to life, combining thoughtful ideas with meticulous attention to detail. From the open, airy layout to the carefully crafted finishes, we focused on creating a seamless extension that adds value, style, and comfort to your home. Union City ADU Builders - https://www.aduspecialistbayarea.com/locations/union-city/ Union City ADU Floor Plan - https://www.aduspecialistbayarea.com/adu-floor-plans/union-city/4br-2ba/ Union City ADU Regulations - https://www.aduspecialistbayarea.com/adu-regulations/union-city/ ADU Project in Union City - https://www.aduspecialistbayarea.com/projects/union-city/wolff-family-attached-adu/

custom sports barn designed by D2A Architecture and Design
Example of a cottage kids' room design in New York

Clients love to entertain! And why wouldn't they, when they have a space like this? When I arrived, this huge space was nothing but bare soil. What a transformation! Project goals primarily focused on the creation of a beautiful space to enjoy with multiple outdoor rooms, space to grow food and space to play outside with guests. We created a regulation-size bocce ball court, large fountain and pond, and used an incredible and diverse selection of drought-tolerant plants including California native selections as well as plants from South Africa, Australia and beyond. Textures and colors form a buzzing, living tapestry which is framed by magnificent views of the fields and distant mountains. All garden elements are connected by winding decomposed granite pathways so the frequent guests, children and grandchildren can roam freely. Raised veggie beds provide a bountiful harvest of veggies and tomatoes. The sound of flowing water and the tranquil garden make it impossible to go inside; this is outdoor living at its finest!