The addition, seen in context, reveals an emphasis on visually opening up to the back yard while providing views of the adjacent park and the Chicago River beyond.

Pool - contemporary indoor rectangular indoor pool idea in Moscow

Inspiration for a modern white three-story wood flat roof remodel in Vancouver

Photo of the roof chimneys used for all roof penetrations and skylight tubes. Photo: Mike Wiseman
Inspiration for a mid-sized rustic brown one-story mixed siding gable roof remodel

Rachel Sieben
Large cottage two-story wood gable roof idea in Portland Maine with a metal roof

stairwell with skylight above to act as thermal chimney and light shaft to filter natural light through the interior of the home.
Hallway - modern hallway idea in Chicago

Hot tub - coastal backyard rectangular hot tub idea in Boston

Inspiration for a mid-sized southwestern drought-tolerant and partial sun side yard brick garden path in Phoenix.

Our clients requested an energy-efficient escape home on a 16-acre site in rural Elgin that would be maintenance friendly, age-in-place adaptable, and whose sculptural quality could harbor for their expressive family. With its dominant east-west axis, the maximizes control of solar gain control; its placement was carefully adjusted to allow all of the nearby trees to thrive. The standing seam roof’s pitch and azimuth provide optimal solar PV and fills a 20,000-gallon rainwater cistern. The age-in-place, step-less interior provides an expansive view at the south terrace. The cantilever of the board-formed foundation is a structurally expressive solution resolving an otherwise imposing mass. The curved prow of the north-pointing entry is a nod to local Elgin brick. A bowed and formally jubilant thermal chimney faces south for efficient passive ventilation. Photo credit: Chris Diaz General Contractor: Native (buildnative.com)

Detail at the entry Photo: Mike Wiseman
Example of a mid-sized mountain style brown one-story mixed siding exterior home design

Scot Zimmerman
This is an example of a mid-sized farmhouse white and full sun two-story and backyard vinyl and concrete paver landscaping in Salt Lake City with a metal roof and a fire pit.

New entry design in a contemporary Santa Fe style. Caroline Johnson Photography
Inspiration for a rustic entryway remodel in San Francisco

Photo Credit-Sunny Brook Photography
Mid-sized elegant backyard stone patio photo in Denver with a fireplace and a pergola

This spacious modern kitchen boasts an oversized island with Dekton Quartz waterfall counters. A muted color palette and streamlined cabinets and fixtures makes this kitchen a minimalists’ dream. With ReAlta, we are introducing for the first time in Charlotte a fully solar community. Each beautifully detailed home will incorporate low profile solar panels that will collect the sun’s rays to significantly offset the home’s energy usage. Combined with our industry-leading Home Efficiency Ratings (HERS), these solar systems will save a ReAlta homeowner thousands over the life of the home. Credit: Brendan Kahm

Transforming a mid-century home in Chevy Chase, MD, requires blending period-accurate design with modern functionality. Key exterior renovation features include warm wood accent siding, high-performance solar roof panels, a custom wood entry door, and a multi-lite transom system. A stacked stone masonry chimney adds architectural texture, complemented by a precision-laid slate flagstone walkway and native landscaping. Executed by Gilday Renovations, this high-end facade redesign enhances curb appeal while preserving mid-century modern character in the DC Metro area.

Architect Dominique Lobjois of De Bilt Homes used a VELUX No Leak Solar Powered "Fresh Air" Skylight at the top of this stairwell to provide passive ventilation to this modern farmhouse. When open in conjunction with a window below, it creates the chimney effect in which warm air rises to escape from the skylight and cooler air is draw in through the window. Using passive ventilation can reduce dependence on electrical air conditioning. Photo credit: ArtByArtLA

Example of a mid-sized cottage gray two-story wood gable roof design in Orange County with a mixed material roof

This inviting swimming pool, hot tub and screened porch offer respite from the busy streets of Edgartown. Greg Premru Photography
Large traditional white two-story exterior home idea in Boston

Example of a mid-sized transitional backyard stone patio container garden design in New York with no cover