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Xpand Inc. | Homes of XcellenceThe homeowners came to us looking for assistance to design and build a custom home on their current lakefront property. They were living on the site in an existing small cabin from the 1960s. The property has a steep embankment down to the lake and a zoning setback that created challenges for fitting a custom home on the lot.
Xpand worked with the homeowners to find and select the size and style of home that they liked and worked for their unique piece of land. The homeowner was very interested in aesthetics and desired a modern home with sleek low roof lines and lots of windows to take advantage of the lake views. Restrictions from zoning challenged Xpand, but we were able to perfectly fit the home with an angled deck that was within 3” of both the front and back yard setbacks.
In addition to a modern aesthetic, the homeowners are hoping to stay in the home as they age, so careful consideration was given to making sure that their new home would function for them in the future by including wider doorways, curbless showers, hard surface flooring and single-floor living.
This mid-century modern designed home includes a high covered entry, high ceilings, floor-to- ceiling windows and an open floorplan. Overall, this medium-sized home feels spacious yet bright and inviting. Slab on grade platform construction includes highly efficient in-floor hydronic heat that keeps everything consistently warm in the winter.
Throughout the interior of the home, the use of clean lines reflects the modern aesthetic desired by the homeowner. The kitchen features flat-panel doors and a large island with a dramatic quartz countertop. The use of black and white tones throughout with bright pops of color and geometric shapes completes the modern look to perfection.
Outside, restrictions from zoning challenged Xpand, but we were able to perfectly fit the home with an angled deck that was within 3” of both the front and back yard setbacks. The unique stylistic deck includes airplane cable railings and lifetime warrantied PVC decking on the back of the house.
12/12 Architects & PlannersExisting brick ranch, total gut of first floor with second floor addition on corner lot with tight setback restrictions. Relocated front door, new southern plantation style porch and French doors.
Photos by Kmiecik Imagery.
Epic InteriorsThe Entry
Epic successfully packed so many design elements into such a small space, from the wow factor of the setback and framed-out wall to the high ceilings, transom, and deep crown molding. The gorgeous grasscloth wall covering is Serena & Lily, and the marble floor tile is Ann Sacks. The Lightology chandelier is another gem that draws the eye up and makes the space feel bright and airy.
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Gregory Thomas Residential ArchitectureThe width of the the carport addition was constrained by code setbacks, to such a degree that the car the house was designed around has to be backed into its spot.
The detail above the carport opening echoes the front porch trim.
Window at top gable brings a little light into the attic.
Custom-made cypress screens cover the front facade's double-hung windows.
Construction by CG&S Design-Build
Photo: Tre Dunham, Fine Focus Photography
Leger Wanaselja ArchitectureLeger Wanaselja Architecture
Example of an eclectic exterior home design in San Francisco
Example of an eclectic exterior home design in San Francisco
Azenco OutdoorWorking within small backyards often requires custom-designed outdoor structures. This beachfront pool deck was dominated by a curving kidney-shaped pool, juxtaposed by linear wide-plank decking. The available space limited the shaded dining space to a 10-foot section flanking the inground pool which butted right up to the home’s property setbacks. To maximize the shaded entertainment space, Azenco customized the pergola to perfectly fit that 10-foot
allowance, while extending the supports pylons to 18 feet to keep the space from feeling confined.
Peter B. Rice & CoFacing to the South the gable end contains a 2 story wall of glass that brings in light for the entire home. The windows and doors on this house are Marvin Integrity Wood-Ultrex units with a ebony exterior. The siding used on this house is a poly-fly ash material manufactured by Boral. For the vertical siding a channel groove pattern was chosen and at the entry (green) a ship-lap pattern. The decking is a composite product from Fiberon with a cable rail system at one end. All the products on the exterior were chosen in part because of their low maintenance qualities.
Photography by Anthony Crisafulli Photography
Empire City ConstructionThe interior renovation began with the master bath, which included a glass-partitioned bathtub accented by glass shelving. A drop ceiling that is highlighted by recessed lighting fixtures and finished with minimal trim. The half wall mirror houses a hidden large plasma TV wall screen with audio/visual and remote control elements. The sleek white marble flooring in the hallway leads to a refinished deco staircase and handrail. “Museum” quality paint throughout and refined custom-millwork calls attention to the grand feel of the space.
On the exterior, Empire City Construction repointed new mortar joints (cement lines) and replaced decaying bricks in the archways and walls of the corner patio. Preserving the classic hexagon bays and European style arches in this setback terrace of the penthouse suite.
United Signature TacomaThrough the home's seamless mirrored feature, we design a contemporary feel in wood and white accent to flourish the setback look of the property’s location.
Thompson RemodelingFeast your eyes on this modern master bath renovation by Thompson Remodeling. Gorgeous hickory cabinets with a slate finish set an upscale tone. The linear lines created by the center storage cabinet are nicely offset by a quartz countertop with round sinks. The walk-in shower features rich, ceramic tile walls and ceiling set in a repeating pattern and a pebble stone floor. Storage niches were set into the wall so that soaps and shampoos are kept hidden from view.
Sogno Design GroupPhoto by: Michele Lee Wilson
Inspiration for a transitional kitchen remodel in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz countertops, cement tile backsplash and white countertops
Inspiration for a transitional kitchen remodel in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz countertops, cement tile backsplash and white countertops
BRP ConstructionInspiration for a large contemporary formal and open concept concrete floor living room remodel in DC Metro with white walls, a ribbon fireplace, a concrete fireplace and a wall-mounted tv
PassivWorks, Inc. - Better BuildingsKassidy Love Photography
Large elegant beige one-story stucco gable roof photo in San Francisco with a metal roof
Large elegant beige one-story stucco gable roof photo in San Francisco with a metal roof
Taragano Design and BuildTaragano Design & Build framing a detached accessory dwelling unit
in Contra Costa County, California.
An ADU is ground up construction on a lot that already has a house
on it, and that is the part homeowners underestimate. New
foundation, new framing, new service connections, all fitted into
whatever space the setbacks leave behind an existing structure.
The foundation determines the schedule more than anything else.
Soil across much of this county is expansive clay, which means
footing depth and reinforcement come out of a soils report rather
than a standard detail. That report happens early, because what it
says can change the design.
Roof form was set at the framing stage rather than adjusted later.
The shed slope pitches away from the main house, which keeps water
off the existing structure and lets the tall wall face the yard
where the glass goes.
Detached units frequently need their own address and their own
electrical meter, and in some cases a separate county permit after
the city permit. Requirements vary by jurisdiction, so we confirm
them in writing during design.
Licensed general contractor, CSLB #1143420. Diamond Certified.
Elements Architectural GroupLocated along a country road, a half mile from the clear waters of Lake Michigan, we were hired to re-conceptualize an existing weekend cabin to allow long views of the adjacent farm field and create a separate area for the owners to escape their high school age children and many visitors!
The site had tight building setbacks which limited expansion options, and to further our challenge, a 200 year old pin oak tree stood in the available building location.
We designed a bedroom wing addition to the side of the cabin which freed up the existing cabin to become a great room with a wall of glass which looks out to the farm field and accesses a newly designed pea-gravel outdoor dining room. The addition steps around the existing tree, sitting on a specialized foundation we designed to minimize impact to the tree. The master suite is kept separate with ‘the pass’- a low ceiling link back to the main house.
Painted board and batten siding, ribbons of windows, a low one-story metal roof with vaulted ceiling and no-nonsense detailing fits this modern cabin to the Michigan country-side.
A great place to vacation. The perfect place to retire someday.
Empire City ConstructionThe interior renovation began with the master bath, which included a glass-partitioned bathtub accented by glass shelving. A drop ceiling that is highlighted by recessed lighting fixtures and finished with minimal trim. The half wall mirror houses a hidden large plasma TV wall screen with audio/visual and remote control elements. The sleek white marble flooring in the hallway leads to a refinished deco staircase and handrail. “Museum” quality paint throughout and refined custom-millwork calls attention to the grand feel of the space.
On the exterior, Empire City Construction repointed new mortar joints (cement lines) and replaced decaying bricks in the archways and walls of the corner patio. Preserving the classic hexagon bays and European style arches in this setback terrace of the penthouse suite.
Empire City ConstructionThe interior renovation began with the master bath, which included a glass-partitioned bathtub accented by glass shelving. A drop ceiling that is highlighted by recessed lighting fixtures and finished with minimal trim. The half wall mirror houses a hidden large plasma TV wall screen with audio/visual and remote control elements. The sleek white marble flooring in the hallway leads to a refinished deco staircase and handrail. “Museum” quality paint throughout and refined custom-millwork calls attention to the grand feel of the space.
On the exterior, Empire City Construction repointed new mortar joints (cement lines) and replaced decaying bricks in the archways and walls of the corner patio. Preserving the classic hexagon bays and European style arches in this setback terrace of the penthouse suite.
Luxury Outdoor Living, Inc.The 20' rear setback required all the hardscape to be kept close to the house but we didn't want solid concrete from one end of the house to the other, so we separated the two main patios with a step stone path across a babbling brook that became the focal point from the family room windows.
Twisted Rock Terrascape & Design, Inc.With a fairly severe back to front slope and a concrete swale that was set at the back of property we simply pushed the patio grade out and constructed a retaining wall within the bylaws to allow for the rear yard setbacks. A great and functional solution!!
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