The owners requested a Private Resort that catered to their love for entertaining friends and family, a place where 2 people would feel just as comfortable as 42. Located on the western edge of a Wisconsin lake, the site provides a range of natural ecosystems from forest to prairie to water, allowing the building to have a more complex relationship with the lake - not merely creating large unencumbered views in that direction. The gently sloping site to the lake is atypical in many ways to most lakeside lots - as its main trajectory is not directly to the lake views - allowing for focus to be pushed in other directions such as a courtyard and into a nearby forest. The biggest challenge was accommodating the large scale gathering spaces, while not overwhelming the natural setting with a single massive structure. Our solution was found in breaking down the scale of the project into digestible pieces and organizing them in a Camp-like collection of elements: - Main Lodge: Providing the proper entry to the Camp and a Mess Hall - Bunk House: A communal sleeping area and social space. - Party Barn: An entertainment facility that opens directly on to a swimming pool & outdoor room. - Guest Cottages: A series of smaller guest quarters. - Private Quarters: The owners private space that directly links to the Main Lodge. These elements are joined by a series green roof connectors, that merge with the landscape and allow the out buildings to retain their own identity. This Camp feel was further magnified through the materiality - specifically the use of Doug Fir, creating a modern Northwoods setting that is warm and inviting. The use of local limestone and poured concrete walls ground the buildings to the sloping site and serve as a cradle for the wood volumes that rest gently on them. The connections between these materials provided an opportunity to add a delicate reading to the spaces and re-enforce the camp aesthetic. The oscillation between large communal spaces and private, intimate zones is explored on the interior and in the outdoor rooms. From the large courtyard to the private balcony - accommodating a variety of opportunities to engage the landscape was at the heart of the concept. Overview Chenequa, WI Size Total Finished Area: 9,543 sf Completion Date May 2013 Services Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Interior Design

Inspiration for a rustic white two-story stone gable roof remodel in Philadelphia

Our San Francisco studio designed this beautiful four-story home for a young newlywed couple to create a warm, welcoming haven for entertaining family and friends. In the living spaces, we chose a beautiful neutral palette with light beige and added comfortable furnishings in soft materials. The kitchen is designed to look elegant and functional, and the breakfast nook with beautiful rust-toned chairs adds a pop of fun, breaking the neutrality of the space. In the game room, we added a gorgeous fireplace which creates a stunning focal point, and the elegant furniture provides a classy appeal. On the second floor, we went with elegant, sophisticated decor for the couple's bedroom and a charming, playful vibe in the baby's room. The third floor has a sky lounge and wine bar, where hospitality-grade, stylish furniture provides the perfect ambiance to host a fun party night with friends. In the basement, we designed a stunning wine cellar with glass walls and concealed lights which create a beautiful aura in the space. The outdoor garden got a putting green making it a fun space to share with friends. --- Project designed by ballonSTUDIO. They discreetly tend to the interior design needs of their high-net-worth individuals in the greater Bay Area and to their second home locations. For more about ballonSTUDIO, see here: https://www.ballonstudio.com/

Harbor View is a modern-day interpretation of the shingled vacation houses of its seaside community. The gambrel roof, horizontal, ground-hugging emphasis, and feeling of simplicity, are all part of the character of the place. While fitting in with local traditions, Harbor View is meant for modern living. The kitchen is a central gathering spot, open to the main combined living/dining room and to the waterside porch. One easily moves between indoors and outdoors. The house is designed for an active family, a couple with three grown children and a growing number of grandchildren. It is zoned so that the whole family can be there together but retain privacy. Living, dining, kitchen, library, and porch occupy the center of the main floor. One-story wings on each side house two bedrooms and bathrooms apiece, and two more bedrooms and bathrooms and a study occupy the second floor of the central block. The house is mostly one room deep, allowing cross breezes and light from both sides. The porch, a third of which is screened, is a main dining and living space, with a stone fireplace offering a cozy place to gather on summer evenings. A barn with a loft provides storage for a car or boat off-season and serves as a big space for projects or parties in summer.

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Situated in old Palo Alto, CA, this historic 1905 Craftsman style home now has a stunning landscape to match its custom hand-crafted interior. Our firm had a blank slate with the landscape, and carved out a number of spaces that this young and vibrant family could use for gathering, entertaining, dining, gardening and general relaxation. Mature screen planting, colorful perennials, citrus trees, ornamental grasses, and lots of depth and texture are found throughout the many planting beds. In effort to conserve water, the main open spaces were covered with a foot friendly, decorative gravel. Giving the family a great space for large gatherings, all while saving water.

The owners requested a Private Resort that catered to their love for entertaining friends and family, a place where 2 people would feel just as comfortable as 42. Located on the western edge of a Wisconsin lake, the site provides a range of natural ecosystems from forest to prairie to water, allowing the building to have a more complex relationship with the lake - not merely creating large unencumbered views in that direction. The gently sloping site to the lake is atypical in many ways to most lakeside lots - as its main trajectory is not directly to the lake views - allowing for focus to be pushed in other directions such as a courtyard and into a nearby forest. The biggest challenge was accommodating the large scale gathering spaces, while not overwhelming the natural setting with a single massive structure. Our solution was found in breaking down the scale of the project into digestible pieces and organizing them in a Camp-like collection of elements: - Main Lodge: Providing the proper entry to the Camp and a Mess Hall - Bunk House: A communal sleeping area and social space. - Party Barn: An entertainment facility that opens directly on to a swimming pool & outdoor room. - Guest Cottages: A series of smaller guest quarters. - Private Quarters: The owners private space that directly links to the Main Lodge. These elements are joined by a series green roof connectors, that merge with the landscape and allow the out buildings to retain their own identity. This Camp feel was further magnified through the materiality - specifically the use of Doug Fir, creating a modern Northwoods setting that is warm and inviting. The use of local limestone and poured concrete walls ground the buildings to the sloping site and serve as a cradle for the wood volumes that rest gently on them. The connections between these materials provided an opportunity to add a delicate reading to the spaces and re-enforce the camp aesthetic. The oscillation between large communal spaces and private, intimate zones is explored on the interior and in the outdoor rooms. From the large courtyard to the private balcony - accommodating a variety of opportunities to engage the landscape was at the heart of the concept. Overview Chenequa, WI Size Total Finished Area: 9,543 sf Completion Date May 2013 Services Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Interior Design

Taking up about 8,000 square feet on one of the top floors of the city’s third-tallest building, the condo’s focal point isn’t the panoramic city views but the clients’ expansive art collection.

Our San Francisco studio designed this beautiful four-story home for a young newlywed couple to create a warm, welcoming haven for entertaining family and friends. In the living spaces, we chose a beautiful neutral palette with light beige and added comfortable furnishings in soft materials. The kitchen is designed to look elegant and functional, and the breakfast nook with beautiful rust-toned chairs adds a pop of fun, breaking the neutrality of the space. In the game room, we added a gorgeous fireplace which creates a stunning focal point, and the elegant furniture provides a classy appeal. On the second floor, we went with elegant, sophisticated decor for the couple's bedroom and a charming, playful vibe in the baby's room. The third floor has a sky lounge and wine bar, where hospitality-grade, stylish furniture provides the perfect ambiance to host a fun party night with friends. In the basement, we designed a stunning wine cellar with glass walls and concealed lights which create a beautiful aura in the space. The outdoor garden got a putting green making it a fun space to share with friends. --- Project designed by ballonSTUDIO. They discreetly tend to the interior design needs of their high-net-worth individuals in the greater Bay Area and to their second home locations. For more about ballonSTUDIO, see here: https://www.ballonstudio.com/

This stunning renovation in The Beaches transformed a semi-detached home into a modern, spacious masterpiece. The project required innovative solutions, including a cantilevered third-floor expansion, extending both out the side and rear to maximize space without altering the home’s footprint. Woodsmith Construction rebuilt the home from the inside out, addressing structural challenges while blending modern upgrades with the home’s original charm. The highlight of this renovation is the third-floor walkout deck, creating a private outdoor retreat with stunning views. Despite the tight lot and shared party wall constraints, this project was a huge success. The clients love their expanded home, and we’re proud to have delivered a transformation that balances architectural innovation with everyday functionality.

This stunning renovation in The Beaches transformed a semi-detached home into a modern, spacious masterpiece. The project required innovative solutions, including a cantilevered third-floor expansion, extending both out the side and rear to maximize space without altering the home’s footprint. Woodsmith Construction rebuilt the home from the inside out, addressing structural challenges while blending modern upgrades with the home’s original charm. The highlight of this renovation is the third-floor walkout deck, creating a private outdoor retreat with stunning views. Despite the tight lot and shared party wall constraints, this project was a huge success. The clients love their expanded home, and we’re proud to have delivered a transformation that balances architectural innovation with everyday functionality.

This stunning renovation in The Beaches transformed a semi-detached home into a modern, spacious masterpiece. The project required innovative solutions, including a cantilevered third-floor expansion, extending both out the side and rear to maximize space without altering the home’s footprint. Woodsmith Construction rebuilt the home from the inside out, addressing structural challenges while blending modern upgrades with the home’s original charm. The highlight of this renovation is the third-floor walkout deck, creating a private outdoor retreat with stunning views. Despite the tight lot and shared party wall constraints, this project was a huge success. The clients love their expanded home, and we’re proud to have delivered a transformation that balances architectural innovation with everyday functionality.

This stunning renovation in The Beaches transformed a semi-detached home into a modern, spacious masterpiece. The project required innovative solutions, including a cantilevered third-floor expansion, extending both out the side and rear to maximize space without altering the home’s footprint. Woodsmith Construction rebuilt the home from the inside out, addressing structural challenges while blending modern upgrades with the home’s original charm. The highlight of this renovation is the third-floor walkout deck, creating a private outdoor retreat with stunning views. Despite the tight lot and shared party wall constraints, this project was a huge success. The clients love their expanded home, and we’re proud to have delivered a transformation that balances architectural innovation with everyday functionality.

This stunning renovation in The Beaches transformed a semi-detached home into a modern, spacious masterpiece. The project required innovative solutions, including a cantilevered third-floor expansion, extending both out the side and rear to maximize space without altering the home’s footprint. Woodsmith Construction rebuilt the home from the inside out, addressing structural challenges while blending modern upgrades with the home’s original charm. The highlight of this renovation is the third-floor walkout deck, creating a private outdoor retreat with stunning views. Despite the tight lot and shared party wall constraints, this project was a huge success. The clients love their expanded home, and we’re proud to have delivered a transformation that balances architectural innovation with everyday functionality.

This stunning renovation in The Beaches transformed a semi-detached home into a modern, spacious masterpiece. The project required innovative solutions, including a cantilevered third-floor expansion, extending both out the side and rear to maximize space without altering the home’s footprint. Woodsmith Construction rebuilt the home from the inside out, addressing structural challenges while blending modern upgrades with the home’s original charm. The highlight of this renovation is the third-floor walkout deck, creating a private outdoor retreat with stunning views. Despite the tight lot and shared party wall constraints, this project was a huge success. The clients love their expanded home, and we’re proud to have delivered a transformation that balances architectural innovation with everyday functionality.

This stunning renovation in The Beaches transformed a semi-detached home into a modern, spacious masterpiece. The project required innovative solutions, including a cantilevered third-floor expansion, extending both out the side and rear to maximize space without altering the home’s footprint. Woodsmith Construction rebuilt the home from the inside out, addressing structural challenges while blending modern upgrades with the home’s original charm. The highlight of this renovation is the third-floor walkout deck, creating a private outdoor retreat with stunning views. Despite the tight lot and shared party wall constraints, this project was a huge success. The clients love their expanded home, and we’re proud to have delivered a transformation that balances architectural innovation with everyday functionality.

This stunning renovation in The Beaches transformed a semi-detached home into a modern, spacious masterpiece. The project required innovative solutions, including a cantilevered third-floor expansion, extending both out the side and rear to maximize space without altering the home’s footprint. Woodsmith Construction rebuilt the home from the inside out, addressing structural challenges while blending modern upgrades with the home’s original charm. The highlight of this renovation is the third-floor walkout deck, creating a private outdoor retreat with stunning views. Despite the tight lot and shared party wall constraints, this project was a huge success. The clients love their expanded home, and we’re proud to have delivered a transformation that balances architectural innovation with everyday functionality.

This stunning renovation in The Beaches transformed a semi-detached home into a modern, spacious masterpiece. The project required innovative solutions, including a cantilevered third-floor expansion, extending both out the side and rear to maximize space without altering the home’s footprint. Woodsmith Construction rebuilt the home from the inside out, addressing structural challenges while blending modern upgrades with the home’s original charm. The highlight of this renovation is the third-floor walkout deck, creating a private outdoor retreat with stunning views. Despite the tight lot and shared party wall constraints, this project was a huge success. The clients love their expanded home, and we’re proud to have delivered a transformation that balances architectural innovation with everyday functionality.