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When the Owners approached Goggans Architecture about renovation of a 90’s era oceanfront house, it was clear there would be a lot more to the renovation than mere updates and remedying deferred maintenance. One of the most significant issues was how to integrate an outdoor pool given the pool had to be within the building envelope, and the house was already abutting the setback on its ocean side. A second significant challenge was how to provide a roof top deck over a pitched roof house with an attic, that was functional and attractive. Finally, creating better access from the parking area to the kitchen was a priority.
Goggans Architecture addressed the placement of a pool by creating a walled courtyard at the front, or landward side, of the house. The pool was placed on one side of the entry walkway, while its composition was balanced by a parterre garden on the other side of the walkway. The roof top deck was resolved by adding a new staircase and passageway through former attic space. By using a motorized roof hatch, the Owners could ascend to the roof deck which perched just below the roof ridge, hidden from view from the street. Relocating an underneath stair from one side of the house to a point that was closer to the kitchen resolved the access issue.
These strategic moves created other opportunities, such as expansion of the master bathroom to a portion of the front porch, while allowing an exterior stair from the bath directly to the pool. Other enhancements included placement of a large folding door in the Great room, renovation and expansion of the kitchen and exterior decks, reorganization, and replacement of the fenestration, updating all baths and interior and exterior finishes.
The extensive renovation reflects the holistic approach of Goggans Architecture, marrying landscape architecture, architecture, and interiors.

Swimming Pool is on a slope with drainage issues from all sides, Crystal Pools LLC designed to incorporate and resolve all the drainage issues and transform the yard into a luxurious backyard experience. Crystal pools patented Cleaning system, glass tile, Ozone system make this pool enjoyed everyday! with use of very little chlorine/salt.

Swimming Pool is on a slope with drainage issues from all sides, Crystal Pools LLC designed to incorporate and resolve all the drainage issues and transform the yard into a luxurious backyard experience. Crystal pools patented Cleaning system, glass tile, Ozone system make this pool enjoyed everyday! with use of very little chlorine/salt.
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When the Owners approached Goggans Architecture about renovation of a 90’s era oceanfront house, it was clear there would be a lot more to the renovation than mere updates and remedying deferred maintenance. One of the most significant issues was how to integrate an outdoor pool given the pool had to be within the building envelope, and the house was already abutting the setback on its ocean side. A second significant challenge was how to provide a roof top deck over a pitched roof house with an attic, that was functional and attractive. Finally, creating better access from the parking area to the kitchen was a priority.
Goggans Architecture addressed the placement of a pool by creating a walled courtyard at the front, or landward side, of the house. The pool was placed on one side of the entry walkway, while its composition was balanced by a parterre garden on the other side of the walkway. The roof top deck was resolved by adding a new staircase and passageway through former attic space. By using a motorized roof hatch, the Owners could ascend to the roof deck which perched just below the roof ridge, hidden from view from the street. Relocating an underneath stair from one side of the house to a point that was closer to the kitchen resolved the access issue.
These strategic moves created other opportunities, such as expansion of the master bathroom to a portion of the front porch, while allowing an exterior stair from the bath directly to the pool. Other enhancements included placement of a large folding door in the Great room, renovation and expansion of the kitchen and exterior decks, reorganization, and replacement of the fenestration, updating all baths and interior and exterior finishes.
The extensive renovation reflects the holistic approach of Goggans Architecture, marrying landscape architecture, architecture, and interiors.

Example of a large transitional master blue tile medium tone wood floor and brown floor bathroom design in Boston with furniture-like cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, a two-piece toilet, gray walls, a vessel sink and white countertops

Architectural close-up highlighting the home’s layered contemporary façade, deep roof overhangs and refined material transitions. Dark metal panels, warm wood cladding and recessed soffit detailing create strong horizontal lines and a carefully resolved modern exterior.

Dry stream beds with aesthetically-placed boulders planted with a mixture of shrubs, grasses, ferns, perennials and groundcover to provide year-round interest and color.

Swimming Pool is on a slope with drainage issues from all sides, Crystal Pools LLC designed to incorporate and resolve all the drainage issues and transform the yard into a luxurious backyard experience. Crystal pools patented Cleaning system, glass tile, Ozone system make this pool enjoyed everyday! with use of very little chlorine/salt.

Barn Door install in progress. We continue to work on it actually, closing the gap between the drywall and the door proves a greater struggle than we anticipated. However, in our case, it is an issue that a wider door would fully resolve, which is what we plan to do (eventually).

Calacatta Viola marble is defined by its dense, slow-formed crystalline structure, which produces the deep burgundy and violet veining that moves with rare chromatic intensity across a ground of cool white — characteristics that a high-gloss polished finish renders with full optical clarity on this wall-mount natural stone basin. Cut to a precise 20"×20" corner geometry with a 7" height, the floating profile resolves the architectural problem of compact bathrooms without reducing the visual weight the stone commands, while a fluted front profile introduces rhythmic shadow and tactile relief against the otherwise planar surface. The partially filled texture of the ribbed face contrasts directly with the mirror-polished basin interior, giving this corner wall-mount marble sink a layered materiality that reads as resolved architectural detail rather than decorative addition. Configured with one pre-drilled faucet hole for corner placement.

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room remodel in Denver with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz countertops, a side-by-side washer/dryer and white countertops

This dining room was impersonal with only builder paint. This was resolved with a beautiful combination of Sherwin Williams Monorail Silver on the walls with SW Colonnade Gray on the ceiling. Now the colors compliment the wood tones and show off the crown molding, wainscoting and ceiling medallion.

This house had been vacant and for sale for 15 months, draining seller's finances. We staged it, and the first person who saw it after staging put in an offer. Sold in 48 hours! This living room is shaped like a triangle, and it was hard to picture how to furnish it. Staging resolved the issue.

Double shelves that independently pull out of the cabinet allow easy access to the back of the cabinet. Available in a variety of finishes and three sizes.

Inspiration for a contemporary formal medium tone wood floor living room remodel in DC Metro with white walls

Bathroom remodel for feminine home office/guest bath. Carrara gold basketweave with ming green stone compliments the botanical print wallpaper from Schumacher. Shower tile is Walker Zanger. Hive LA Home repurposed a vintage Louis dresser for a beautiful statement vanity with useful storage. Fixtures by Kohler
Photo by Amy Bartlam

The lower level lawn area was perpetually soggy across the back fed by the runoff from the sloping yard. To resolve this, Betz installed a four-foot-deep French drain using stone covered with filter fabric and topsoil to support a variety of low maintenance ground covers. The area is home to multiple bird feeders.

Kousa Dogwoods frame the granite autocourt. The challenge of this site was to design functional living spaces while resolving a series of problems. Two entry courts offer suitable welcomes to the home: a formal granite court that is approached from above as one descends down a once blind driveway, and a more utilitarian play court off the garage. The rear yard, once disconnected from the house, is terraced and suitable for entertaining. A granite stair descends from the terrace to a new expanded lower lawn. A custom fire pit sits off the upper terrace and provides a more intimate gathering space.

The primary closet was designed as a built-in millwork environment rather than a storage room. Cabinetry configuration, shelving rhythm, and drawer placement were resolved during the design selection phase to support daily use while maintaining visual order.
A central window seat introduces symmetry and natural light, creating a focal point that softens the linearity of the cabinetry walls. Open shelving, concealed drawers, and integrated hanging zones establish a clear organizational hierarchy, allowing function to remain seamless and visually quiet.
Material selection stays restrained — warm wood tones, soft textiles, and subtle hardware — reinforcing continuity with the home’s architectural palette. The result is a primary closet that reads as composed interior architecture: efficient, tailored, and scaled for routine without excess.
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