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Drewett WorksBelieve it or not, this award-winning home began as a speculative project. Typically speculative projects involve a rather generic design that would appeal to many in a style that might be loved by the masses. But the project’s developer loved modern architecture and his personal residence was the first project designed by architect C.P. Drewett when Drewett Works launched in 2001. Together, the architect and developer envisioned a fictitious art collector who would one day purchase this stunning piece of desert modern architecture to showcase their magnificent collection.
The primary views from the site were southwest. Therefore, protecting the interior spaces from the southwest sun while making the primary views available was the greatest challenge. The views were very calculated and carefully managed. Every room needed to not only capture the vistas of the surrounding desert, but also provide viewing spaces for the potential collection to be housed within its walls.
The core of the material palette is utilitarian including exposed masonry and locally quarried cantera stone. An organic nature was added to the project through millwork selections including walnut and red gum veneers.
The eventual owners saw immediately that this could indeed become a home for them as well as their magnificent collection, of which pieces are loaned out to museums around the world. Their decision to purchase the home was based on the dimensions of one particular wall in the dining room which was EXACTLY large enough for one particular painting not yet displayed due to its size. The owners and this home were, as the saying goes, a perfect match!
Project Details | Desert Modern for the Magnificent Collection, Estancia, Scottsdale, AZ
Architecture: C.P. Drewett, Jr., AIA, NCARB | Drewett Works, Scottsdale, AZ
Builder: Shannon Construction | Phoenix, AZ
Interior Selections: Janet Bilotti, NCIDQ, ASID | Naples, FL
Custom Millwork: Linear Fine Woodworking | Scottsdale, AZ
Photography: Dino Tonn | Scottsdale, AZ
Awards: 2014 Gold Nugget Award of Merit
Feature Article: Luxe. Interiors and Design. Winter 2015, “Lofty Exposure”
Brooklyn SolarWorksThe Brooklyn Solar Canopy allows flat roof homeowners with highly obstructed roofs to proceed with solar installations by elevating modules above the roof surface. For NYC townhomes HVAC and AC units are typically solar project killers given the amount of scarce space they take up. The Brooklyn Solar Canopy overcomes this challenge by literally rising above it.
Kelley Barnett Interior Design, LLCThis challenge was to increase functional storage for a chopped up closet with 1980's typical rod and shelf storage. We incorporated hat storage, short hanging, long hanging, gowns behind the mirror, luggage above mirror, lighted shoe shelves, and a narrow accessory island in the middle.
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Case Architects & RemodelersProject Developer Elle Hunter
Designer Alexandria Hubbard
Photography by Stacy Zarin Goldberg
Example of a trendy bathroom design in DC Metro
Example of a trendy bathroom design in DC Metro
Girona Consulting: Photography & DesignFor modern spaces, creating a comfortable holiday feel may be challenging. But you don't need the traditional style to bring in bold holiday colors. These designs by Girona Consulting features holiday decor with a bold, simple and clean approach -- outlines of typical holiday items in white with a bright red background (gallery wrapped canvases, square).
Alderwood Landscape Architecture and ConstructionThe homeowners wanted to better use their outdoor space to feel like an extension of their home with several separate lounge and entertaining spaces. While they desired to keep the lawn for their kids, they also wanted to ensure there were enough private areas for adults. While these factors are typical for an Alderwood project, the challenges of this landscape made the final design incredibly unique. Rather quickly, our design team learned that a large septic system ran right underneath most of the backyard. Coordinating with city workers, the building architect, and the clients, our landscape architect crafted a unique design that worked around the drain constraints and accomplished each desire on the clients' list.
dEmios ArchitectsWhile we were working on a concurrent affordable housing project in Belmont, the Town asked us to help with the design of this Habitat for Humanity house that was drawing a lot of controversy. Zoning at this property was such that Habitat had to build a single family house, yet they had limitations as to how big of a unit they could build based on their policies. Our challenge was to design a house that the neighbors would accept, that seemed bigger than it was and that would be a useful space for the occupants. We took our design cues from the nearby houses, and increased the bulk by adding a front porch. This porch also helps to mask the fact that the building is slab on grade, which is not typical of the neighborhood (first floor elevations are typically 2" to 3' above grade).
Zoltan Construction LLCHome Gym with black rubber flooring, cool gray wall paint and rich red accents. 18' rope climbing area and boxing bag
Large minimalist black floor home weight room photo in Orlando with gray walls
Large minimalist black floor home weight room photo in Orlando with gray walls
Neumann Mendro Andrulaitis Architects LLPCiro Coelho Photography
Contemporary beige one-story exterior home idea in Santa Barbara with a metal roof
Contemporary beige one-story exterior home idea in Santa Barbara with a metal roof
Prima ConstructionProject Goal: Utilize an unfinished story and a half-space to give each daughter a bedroom on the second floor along with a new full bath.
Challenge 1: The sloped ceilings in the area presented a challenge to how we could most cost-effectively add a bathroom within building code limits.
Solution 1: We’ve come across this challenge often when trying to fit a bathroom in sloped ceiling spaces and the budget or roof doesn't support adding a dormer. In these cases, we built out what we call a "vanity soffit", a tall soffit spanning from higher on the angled portion down to a comfortable height above the faucet bringing the upper portion of the flat wall forward. Its width typically depends on lighting needs and other considerations in the space. The vanity soffit allows the vanity to drop back to the original wall maintaining floor space and clearances while also providing just enough additional height for a practical mirror. For further flexibility, we typically recommend a pivoting mirror.
Challenge 2: Homeowners were told the floor structure was sound to finish for living space. Due to the spans, the first-floor ceiling joists did not meet the requirements to be second-floor floor joists.
Solution 2: In order to provide a solid base for the new living space, we consulted our engineer. The existing 2x6 members spanned beyond the distance they could while still structurally supporting the new living space floor. We determined throughout most of the space we needed to add in (“sister”) 2 additional 2x6 joists between the existing joists.
This additional work also took place during an unseasonably warm spell in June yet we persevered. So proud of our hard-working team.
Amazing SpacesThe existing U-shaped kitchen was tucked away in a small corner while the dining table was swimming in a room much too large for its size. The client’s needs and the architecture of the home made it apparent that the perfect design solution for the home was to swap the spaces.
The homeowners entertain frequently and wanted the new layout to accommodate a lot of counter seating, a bar/buffet for serving hors d’oeuvres, an island with prep sink, and all new appliances. They had a strong preference that the hood be a focal point and wanted to go beyond a typical white color scheme even though they wanted white cabinets.
While moving the kitchen to the dining space gave us a generous amount of real estate to work with, two of the exterior walls are occupied with full-height glass creating a challenge how best to fulfill their wish list. We used one available wall for the needed tall appliances, taking advantage of its height to create the hood as a focal point. We opted for both a peninsula and island instead of one large island in order to maximize the seating requirements and create a barrier when entertaining so guests do not flow directly into the work area of the kitchen. This also made it possible to add a second sink as requested. Lastly, the peninsula sets up a well-defined path to the new dining room without feeling like you are walking through the kitchen. We used the remaining fourth wall for the bar/buffet.
Black cabinetry adds strong contrast in several areas of the new kitchen. Wire mesh wall cabinet doors at the bar and gold accents on the hardware, light fixtures, faucets and furniture add further drama to the concept. The focal point is definitely the black hood, looking both dramatic and cohesive at the same time.
Footprint Architects LtdFootprint Architects were called upon to design a new road development in Faith Gardens, Poole. The site was originally a Brownfield site used by the Wyvern Cargo company, but set within a typically suburban surrounding. The challenge was to turn this derelict wasteland into a thriving affordable family housing development, with a modern twist.
The new houses had to fit coherently with the surrounding context as well as have a bold, elegant aesthetic. Phase 4 was completed in summer 2016.
Footprint Architects LtdFootprint Architects were called upon to design a new road development in Faith Gardens, Poole. The site was originally a Brownfield site used by the Wyvern Cargo company, but set within a typically suburban surrounding. The challenge was to turn this derelict wasteland into a thriving affordable family housing development, with a modern twist.
The new houses had to fit coherently with the surrounding context as well as have a bold, elegant aesthetic. Phase 4 was completed in summer 2016.
Footprint Architects LtdFootprint Architects were called upon to design a new road development in Faith Gardens, Poole. The site was originally a Brownfield site used by the Wyvern Cargo company, but set within a typically suburban surrounding. The challenge was to turn this derelict wasteland into a thriving affordable family housing development, with a modern twist.
The new houses had to fit coherently with the surrounding context as well as have a bold, elegant aesthetic. Phase 4 was completed in summer 2016.
Footprint Architects LtdFootprint Architects were called upon to design a new road development in Faith Gardens, Poole. The site was originally a Brownfield site used by the Wyvern Cargo company, but set within a typically suburban surrounding. The challenge was to turn this derelict wasteland into a thriving affordable family housing development, with a modern twist.
The new houses had to fit coherently with the surrounding context as well as have a bold, elegant aesthetic. Phase 4 was completed in summer 2016.
Footprint Architects LtdFootprint Architects were called upon to design a new road development in Faith Gardens, Poole. The site was originally a Brownfield site used by the Wyvern Cargo company, but set within a typically suburban surrounding. The challenge was to turn this derelict wasteland into a thriving affordable family housing development, with a modern twist.
The new houses had to fit coherently with the surrounding context as well as have a bold, elegant aesthetic. Phase 4 was completed in summer 2016.
Footprint Architects LtdFootprint Architects were called upon to design a new road development in Faith Gardens, Poole. The site was originally a Brownfield site used by the Wyvern Cargo company, but set within a typically suburban surrounding. The challenge was to turn this derelict wasteland into a thriving affordable family housing development, with a modern twist.
The new houses had to fit coherently with the surrounding context as well as have a bold, elegant aesthetic. Phase 4 was completed in summer 2016.
Footprint Architects LtdFootprint Architects were called upon to design a new road development in Faith Gardens, Poole. The site was originally a Brownfield site used by the Wyvern Cargo company, but set within a typically suburban surrounding. The challenge was to turn this derelict wasteland into a thriving affordable family housing development, with a modern twist.
The new houses had to fit coherently with the surrounding context as well as have a bold, elegant aesthetic. Phase 4 was completed in summer 2016.
Carrie Moore Interior DesignTrendy freestanding desk medium tone wood floor, brown floor and wood ceiling study room photo in Raleigh with white walls
Footprint Architects LtdFootprint Architects were called upon to design a new road development in Faith Gardens, Poole. The site was originally a Brownfield site used by the Wyvern Cargo company, but set within a typically suburban surrounding. The challenge was to turn this derelict wasteland into a thriving affordable family housing development, with a modern twist.
The new houses had to fit coherently with the surrounding context as well as have a bold, elegant aesthetic. Phase 4 was completed in summer 2016.
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