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Studio 804The 722 Ash Street residence consists of a 1500 sf primary house with a contiguous 500 sf accessory dwelling. The project is set in the rich culture of North Lawrence, its rear property line abuts the Lawrence levee trail which runs for nine miles along the north bank of the Kansas River.
North Lawrence is known for its quality soil, large trees, curbless streets and random size parcels before it breaks into larger farms further from the urban center. It is built on the typical orthogonal grid of American development, but it represents the older growth of the city prior to urban planners and zoning regulations. The rumble of freight trains and farm trucks in the shadows of the towering grain elevators are only blocks away. It is home to many who enjoy being only a bridge crossing away from Lawrence’s vibrant downtown but are far enough away to maintain their independence from many of the restrictions on living near the historic district. They can work in their large gardens and toiling in their garages and shops in a manner more rural than urban.
The house on 722 Ash St. is imbued with the character of North Lawrence and the Levee Trail area. The design was inspired by the Midwestern farmstead vernacular of the region. These timeless vernacular qualities house all the accommodations necessary for modern, sustainable living. A unique feature of this house is the Accessory Dwelling Unit permitted in the zoning district. It is a small separate residence on the same lot that can be used for income property or for extended family members. It also supports the city of Lawrence’s goals of increased density close to downtown rather than continued sprawl into the countryside.
The buildings use technology and common-sense design to reduce the building’s footprint and assure the owners low energy use and costs. A 4.9 Kw solar collection system is located on the only south facing gable and the super insulated envelopes (r-62 roof and r-35 walls) of all three forms easily exceeds the standards. Studio 804 continues their long standing pattern of maintaining the highest level of sustainable design while remaining contextually sensitive to the surrounding community. This house, like every Studio 804 project since 2008, is USGBC LEED Platinum Certified.
Ann Brooke Landscape DesignBoulders and plantings disguise an extensive gabion retaining wall on the Hudson River
This is an example of a large modern partial sun hillside stone landscaping in DC Metro.
This is an example of a large modern partial sun hillside stone landscaping in DC Metro.
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Krystine Edwards DesignA sweet newly married couple just moved into their Charleston home with standard builder features in their dining room, like beige walls and oil rubbed light fixtures. With a little paint - Benjamin Moore’s Hale Navy - and some pretty gold home accessories, this formal dining room was well on its way to fabulous! We included Ballard Design gold pendants, Serena & Lily zig cotton dhurrie rug, Restoration Hardware pedestal dining table and chairs, Home Goods lamps and vases and coastal artwork framed in gold.
Studio LemaInspiration for a small 1960s gray floor great room remodel in Dallas with white walls and no fireplace
Studio M InteriorsMid-sized transitional slate floor and gray floor entryway photo in Minneapolis with white walls and a white front door
Manor HomesMid-sized arts and crafts single-wall vinyl floor and beige floor wet bar photo in Columbus with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, onyx countertops, brick backsplash and black countertops
Nest DesignsIn the master bathroom we chose to go with the same cabinetry as the kitchen. The vanity is roughly 10 feet long with the double sinks and center hutch. For the floor we went with a large white hexagon and large patterned hexagon that is bordered with a gray linen looking tile.
Thinkterior LLCFor a family who believes fitness is not only an essential part of life but also a fun opportunity for the whole family to connect, build and achieve greatness together there is nothing better than a custom designed obstacle course right in your back yard.
THEME
The theme of this half mile trail through the woods is evident in the fun, creative and all-inclusive obstacles hidden in the natural flow of the land around this amazing family home. The course was created with adults and children, advanced and beginner athletes, competitive and entertaining events all accounted for. Each of the 13 obstacles was designed to be challenging no matter the size, skill or ability of the athlete lucky enough to run the course.
FOCUS
The focus for this family was to create an outdoor adventure that could be an athletic, social and personal outlet for their entire family while maintaining the natural beauty of the landscape and without altering the sweeping views from the home. The large scale of the challenging obstacles is camouflaged within the landscape using the rolling hills and mature trees as a natural curtain in every season. The beauty of the course does not diminish the functional and demanding nature of the obstacles which are designed to focus on multiple strength, agility, and cardio fitness abilities and intensities.
STORAGE
The start of the trail includes a raised training area offering a dedicated space clear from the ground to place bags, mats and other equipment used during the run. A small all-terrain storage cart was provided for use with 6 yoga mats, 3 medicine balls of various weights, rings, sprinting cones, and a large digital timer to record laps.
GROWTH
The course was designed to provide an athletic and fun challenge for children, teens and adults no matter their experience or athletic prowess. This course offers competitive athletes a challenge and budding athletes an opportunity to experience and ignite their passion for physical activity. Initially the concept for the course was focused on the youngest of the family however as the design grew so did the obstacles and now it is a true family experience that will meet their adapting needs for years. Each obstacle is paired with an instructional sign directing the runners in proper use of the obstacle, adaptations for skill levels and tips on form. These signs are all customized for this course and are printed on metal to ensure they last for many years.
SAFETY
Safety is crucial for all physical activity and an obstacle course of this scale presents unique safety concerns. Children should always be supervised when participating in an adventure on the course however additional care was paid to details on the course to ensure everyone has a great time. All of the course obstacles have been created with pressure treated lumber that will withstand the seasonal poundings. All footer pilings that support obstacles have been placed into the ground between 3 to 4 feet (.9 to 1.2 meters) and each piling has 2 to 3 bags of concrete (totaling over 90 bags used throughout the course) ensuring stability of the structure and safety of the participants. Additionally, all obstacle lumber has been given rounded corners and sanded down offering less splintering and more time for everyone to enjoy the course.
This athletic and charismatic family strives to incorporate a healthy active lifestyle into their daily life and this obstacle course offers their family an opportunity to strengthen themselves and host some memorable and active events at their amazing home.
Duet Design GroupRustic Modern Basement Game Room, Photo by David Lauer
Mid-sized mountain style look-out carpeted and white floor basement photo in Denver
Mid-sized mountain style look-out carpeted and white floor basement photo in Denver
Boileau ConstructionPhotography Credit: Gary Harris
Kitchen pantry - large transitional medium tone wood floor kitchen pantry idea in Cedar Rapids with open cabinets, black cabinets and no island
Kitchen pantry - large transitional medium tone wood floor kitchen pantry idea in Cedar Rapids with open cabinets, black cabinets and no island
JR Builders LLCLarge country master porcelain tile and beige floor bathroom photo in Nashville with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, gray walls, an undermount sink and granite countertops
JR Builders LLCInspiration for a large country master gray tile and porcelain tile porcelain tile and beige floor bathroom remodel in Nashville with raised-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, gray walls, an undermount sink and granite countertops
Nest DesignsThe bonus room is upstairs above the garage. We made this area into a secondary living room as well as playroom/game room for the kids.
Example of a large cottage enclosed carpeted and gray floor family room design in Other with gray walls and a wall-mounted tv
Example of a large cottage enclosed carpeted and gray floor family room design in Other with gray walls and a wall-mounted tv
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