Wanting to get as close to net- zero as possible, our clients came to us with a desire to create a home that would accommodate their growing family while walking lighter on the earth and living in a healthier home. A collaborative process with the clients, architect and Meadowlark resulted in a stunning energy-efficient home that seamlessly melds with the aesthetic of the classic Ann Arbor neighborhood where it’s situated. Architecture: Architectural Resource Photography: Joshua Caldwell

Rear after renovation showing the new deck and solar panels that provide 100% of the electricity for the home. This is a total renovation and addition to a small A-frame home. We added a beautiful new high end kitchen, garage, and a spa room. We also expanded the second floor and added a deck. This is a Zero Energy Grid Independent home with solar power and batteries. We also installed a geothermal heat pump. The house has no utility bills and never loses power.

Example of a small minimalist exterior home design

Roof feature lined with Solar Panels in the Off-Grid Arrowhead One Community.
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern gray two-story mixed siding exterior home remodel with a shed roof

Entertainment room, which also features a pool table
Example of a minimalist enclosed carpeted and beige floor living room design with a bar, orange walls and a wall-mounted tv

Bright, blue master bedroom with white and blue accents and furniture,
Minimalist master carpeted and beige floor bedroom photo with blue walls

Ground up Modern style Architecture in Culver City. Ipe Rain screen horizontal siding Stone facing, New doors and windows, spiral staircase from lower to upper decks. Glass railings New Tesla Solar and 2 power walls.

Elevate your outdoor living with Sustainable Bamboo Blends & Solar-Powered Shade Systems, redefining eco-conscious outdoor design. Combining natural bamboo textures with recycled polyester fabrics, these shades offer 95% UV protection while supporting green building certifications like LEED and Living Building Challenge. Ideal for beachside villas or rooftop gardens, the modular shade structures feature wind-resistant aluminum frames (50mph+ durability) and OEKO-TEX hypoallergenic coatings for sensitive users. Smart climate adaptation includes automatic rain sensors and motorized lifts powered by solar-charged batteries, reducing energy costs by up to 40%. Customizable in earthy tones or vibrant colors, these awnings integrate with fire-retardant vinyl canopies for California wildfire zones and include ADA-compliant mounting systems. Featured in Houzz Pro portfolios, our solutions balance industrial minimalism with bohemian aesthetics, perfect for commercial hospitality projects or sustainable residential upgrades.

Arrowhead One master bathroom
Mid-sized minimalist master beige tile and wood-look tile ceramic tile, gray floor and double-sink alcove shower photo with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a two-piece toilet, beige walls, an undermount sink, granite countertops, white countertops and a built-in vanity

master suite custom closet with flush trim details, custom cabinetry, full white height glass pivot door that doubles as the entrance to the suite
Mid-sized trendy gender-neutral medium tone wood floor home design photo in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets and white cabinets

Arrowhead One master bathroom
Example of a mid-sized minimalist master beige tile and wood-look tile ceramic tile, gray floor and double-sink alcove shower design with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a two-piece toilet, beige walls, an undermount sink, granite countertops, white countertops and a built-in vanity

Arrowhead One master bathroom
Alcove shower - mid-sized modern master beige tile and wood-look tile ceramic tile, gray floor and double-sink alcove shower idea with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a two-piece toilet, beige walls, an undermount sink, granite countertops, white countertops and a built-in vanity

Lincoln Farmhouse LEED-H Platinum, Net-Positive Energy OVERVIEW. This LEED Platinum certified modern farmhouse ties into the cultural landscape of Lincoln, Massachusetts - a town known for its rich history, farming traditions, conservation efforts, and visionary architecture. The goal was to design and build a new single family home on 1.8 acres that respects the neighborhood’s agrarian roots, produces more energy than it consumes, and provides the family with flexible spaces to live-play-work-entertain. The resulting 2,800 SF home is proof that families do not need to compromise on style, space or comfort in a highly energy-efficient and healthy home. CONNECTION TO NATURE. The attached garage is ubiquitous in new construction in New England’s cold climate. This home’s barn-inspired garage is intentionally detached from the main dwelling. A covered walkway connects the two structures, creating an intentional connection with the outdoors between auto and home. FUNCTIONAL FLEXIBILITY. With a modest footprint, each space must serve a specific use, but also be flexible for atypical scenarios. The Mudroom serves everyday use for the couple and their children, but is also easy to tidy up to receive guests, eliminating the need for two entries found in most homes. A workspace is conveniently located off the mudroom; it looks out on to the back yard to supervise the children and can be closed off with a sliding door when not in use. The Away Room opens up to the Living Room for everyday use; it can be closed off with its oversized pocket door for secondary use as a guest bedroom with en suite bath. NET POSITIVE ENERGY. The all-electric home consumes 70% less energy than a code-built house, and with measured energy data produces 48% more energy annually than it consumes, making it a 'net positive' home. Thick walls and roofs lack thermal bridging, windows are high performance, triple-glazed, and a continuous air barrier yields minimal leakage (0.27ACH50) making the home among the tightest in the US. Systems include an air source heat pump, an energy recovery ventilator, and a 13.1kW photovoltaic system to offset consumption and support future electric cars. ACTUAL PERFORMANCE. -6.3 kBtu/sf/yr Energy Use Intensity (Actual monitored project data reported for the firm’s 2016 AIA 2030 Commitment. Average single family home is 52.0 kBtu/sf/yr.) o 10,900 kwh total consumption (8.5 kbtu/ft2 EUI) o 16,200 kwh total production o 5,300 kwh net surplus, equivalent to 15,000-25,000 electric car miles per year. 48% net positive. WATER EFFICIENCY. Plumbing fixtures and water closets consume a mere 60% of the federal standard, while high efficiency appliances such as the dishwasher and clothes washer also reduce consumption rates. FOOD PRODUCTION. After clearing all invasive species, apple, pear, peach and cherry trees were planted. Future plans include blueberry, raspberry and strawberry bushes, along with raised beds for vegetable gardening. The house also offers a below ground root cellar, built outside the home's thermal envelope, to gain the passive benefit of long term energy-free food storage. RESILIENCY. The home's ability to weather unforeseen challenges is predictable - it will fare well. The super-insulated envelope means during a winter storm with power outage, heat loss will be slow - taking days to drop to 60 degrees even with no heat source. During normal conditions, reduced energy consumption plus energy production means shelter from the burden of utility costs. Surplus production can power electric cars & appliances. The home exceeds snow & wind structural requirements, plus far surpasses standard construction for long term durability planning. ARCHITECT: ZeroEnergy Design http://zeroenergy.com/lincoln-farmhouse CONTRACTOR: Thoughtforms http://thoughtforms-corp.com/ PHOTOGRAPHER: Chuck Choi http://www.chuckchoi.com/

Rather than starting with an outcome in mind, this 1,400 square foot residence began from a polemic place - exploring shared conviction regarding the concentrated power of living with a smaller footprint. From the gabled silhouette to passive ventilation, the home captures the nostalgia for the past with the sustainable practices of the future. While the exterior materials contrast a calm, minimal palette with the sleek lines of the gabled silhouette, the interior spaces embody a playful, artistic spirit. From the hand painted De Gournay wallpaper in the master bath to the rugged texture of the over-grouted limestone and Portuguese cobblestones, the home is an experience that encapsulates the unexpected and the timeless.

Lichtenberg Landscaping
This is an example of a rustic landscaping in Cincinnati.

Rest easy with VELUX Skylights with room-darkening shades in the bedroom. With remote or smartphone app controls, adjust the skylights and shades from the comfort of bed or automate them with the VELUX ACTIVE control system.