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The 2021 Southern Living Idea House is inspiring on multiple levels—from the stunning location in Louisville, Kentucky overlooking the Ohio river, to the design-driven home that marries European countryside vibes with a timeless aesthetic. Dubbed the “forever home,” the concept was to design for all stages of life, with thoughtful spaces that meet the ever-evolving needs of families today. The 5,545-square-foot, Colonial Greek Revival Cottage-style home is located in The Breakers at Prospect community and is the collective effort of many. While it may have formerly been a trend to embrace open layout living spaces, following the pandemic families are seeking spaces in the home that feel separated, to allow for privacy. Rooms with clear intentions allow more options for areas in which to spend time, depending on your mood, and this home perfectly balances livable and lively ideas. Marvin products were chosen for this project to maximize the use of natural light, allow airflow from outdoors to indoors, and provide expansive views that overlook the Ohio River. MARVIN PRODUCTS USED: Marvin Awaken Skylight Marvin Ultimate Casement Window Marvin Ultimate Double Hung G2 Window Marvin Ultimate Picture Window Marvin Ultimate Direct Glaze Round Top Window Marvin Ultimate Swinging French Door G2 BUILDER: Jason Black and Jimmy King of Artisan Signature Homes ARCHITECT: Brandon Ingram of C. Brandon Ingram Design INTERIOR DESIGNER: Sarah Bartholomew, Sarah Bartholomew Design LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT: Josh Myers of Myers & Co. Landscape Architecture PHOTOGRAPHY: Laurey W. Glenn, Marta Xochilt Perez, and Kriech-Higdon Photography for Southern Living

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Jules Moore’s reimagined Pueblo-style home in Santa Fe brings in light from the surrounding desert and features eclectic décor from her travels around the world. The New Zealand-native immediately loved where the house was situated – perched on a canyon’s edge – when she initially saw the home. The house required a lot of work: it had been uninhabited for 10 years, and its small windows did little to brighten the space and emphasize the natural landscape. Marvin’s Ultimate collection offered the level of customization Moore needed for her exact vision of the home. Moore also installed the Marvin Skycove in the home’s primary suite. The Skycove created the perfect space for Moore to enjoy watching the sunset and a cozy space for her French bulldog Sake to indulge in generous sunlight. “Marvin was the only team that presented to me different options that were going to work for this home,” said Moore. “I wanted the picture windows, but I needed the classic element to match the colonial wood. I wanted awnings and these giant windows to pop out in my den and kitchen … they customized everything, exactly what I wanted.” MARVIN PRODUCTS USED: Marvin Ultimate Awning Narrow Frame Window Marvin Ultimate Casement Narrow Frame Window Marvin Ultimate Picture Narrow Frame Window Marvin Skycove Marvin Ultimate Inswing French Door Marvin ultimate Sliding Patio Door Designer: Jules Moore Builder: Tierra de Zia Contracting, LLC

The first thing Scott Landry, owner and architect at Studio 101 Designs, noticed when he approached the house in San Rafael, California, was the dramatic bay view. From the property, you could see from McNear Peninsula to the East Bay, all the way to Southern Marin. Landry’s vision for the home’s contemporary remodel centered around maintaining the view, enhancing it, and working around it. With 50 to 60 windows in the house, Landry’s challenge was finding the right product. Landry chose the Marvin Ultimate collection for the Bayview House. Marvin Ultimate provided reliability, customization, and thin lines for architectural integrity. “The Marvin windows, again, an easy choice,” said Landry. “It’s been now eight or nine years since we installed these and we feel the same as we did when they were originally installed, that they’ve been perfect.” MARVIN PRODUCTS USED: Marvin Ultimate Specialty Shapes Window Marvin Ultimate Sliding Patio Door Marvin Ultimate Awning Window Marvin Ultimate Direct Glaze Window Architecture Firm: Studio 101 Designs

The first thing Scott Landry, owner and architect at Studio 101 Designs, noticed when he approached the house in San Rafael, California, was the dramatic bay view. From the property, you could see from McNear Peninsula to the East Bay, all the way to Southern Marin. Landry’s vision for the home’s contemporary remodel centered around maintaining the view, enhancing it, and working around it. With 50 to 60 windows in the house, Landry’s challenge was finding the right product. Landry chose the Marvin Ultimate collection for the Bayview House. Marvin Ultimate provided reliability, customization, and thin lines for architectural integrity. “The Marvin windows, again, an easy choice,” said Landry. “It’s been now eight or nine years since we installed these and we feel the same as we did when they were originally installed, that they’ve been perfect.” MARVIN PRODUCTS USED: Marvin Ultimate Specialty Shapes Window Marvin Ultimate Sliding Patio Door Marvin Ultimate Awning Window Marvin Ultimate Direct Glaze Window Architecture Firm: Studio 101 Designs

Jules Moore’s reimagined Pueblo-style home in Santa Fe brings in light from the surrounding desert and features eclectic décor from her travels around the world. The New Zealand-native immediately loved where the house was situated – perched on a canyon’s edge – when she initially saw the home. The house required a lot of work: it had been uninhabited for 10 years, and its small windows did little to brighten the space and emphasize the natural landscape. Marvin’s Ultimate collection offered the level of customization Moore needed for her exact vision of the home. Moore also installed the Marvin Skycove in the home’s primary suite. The Skycove created the perfect space for Moore to enjoy watching the sunset and a cozy space for her French bulldog Sake to indulge in generous sunlight. “Marvin was the only team that presented to me different options that were going to work for this home,” said Moore. “I wanted the picture windows, but I needed the classic element to match the colonial wood. I wanted awnings and these giant windows to pop out in my den and kitchen … they customized everything, exactly what I wanted.” MARVIN PRODUCTS USED: Marvin Ultimate Awning Narrow Frame Window Marvin Ultimate Casement Narrow Frame Window Marvin Ultimate Picture Narrow Frame Window Marvin Skycove Marvin Ultimate Inswing French Door Marvin ultimate Sliding Patio Door Designer: Jules Moore Builder: Tierra de Zia Contracting, LLC

Jules Moore’s reimagined Pueblo-style home in Santa Fe brings in light from the surrounding desert and features eclectic décor from her travels around the world. The New Zealand-native immediately loved where the house was situated – perched on a canyon’s edge – when she initially saw the home. The house required a lot of work: it had been uninhabited for 10 years, and its small windows did little to brighten the space and emphasize the natural landscape. Marvin’s Ultimate collection offered the level of customization Moore needed for her exact vision of the home. Moore also installed the Marvin Skycove in the home’s primary suite. The Skycove created the perfect space for Moore to enjoy watching the sunset and a cozy space for her French bulldog Sake to indulge in generous sunlight. “Marvin was the only team that presented to me different options that were going to work for this home,” said Moore. “I wanted the picture windows, but I needed the classic element to match the colonial wood. I wanted awnings and these giant windows to pop out in my den and kitchen … they customized everything, exactly what I wanted.” MARVIN PRODUCTS USED: Marvin Ultimate Awning Narrow Frame Window Marvin Ultimate Casement Narrow Frame Window Marvin Ultimate Picture Narrow Frame Window Marvin Skycove Marvin Ultimate Inswing French Door Marvin ultimate Sliding Patio Door Designer: Jules Moore Builder: Tierra de Zia Contracting, LLC

Jules Moore’s reimagined Pueblo-style home in Santa Fe brings in light from the surrounding desert and features eclectic décor from her travels around the world. The New Zealand-native immediately loved where the house was situated – perched on a canyon’s edge – when she initially saw the home. The house required a lot of work: it had been uninhabited for 10 years, and its small windows did little to brighten the space and emphasize the natural landscape. Marvin’s Ultimate collection offered the level of customization Moore needed for her exact vision of the home. Moore also installed the Marvin Skycove in the home’s primary suite. The Skycove created the perfect space for Moore to enjoy watching the sunset and a cozy space for her French bulldog Sake to indulge in generous sunlight. “Marvin was the only team that presented to me different options that were going to work for this home,” said Moore. “I wanted the picture windows, but I needed the classic element to match the colonial wood. I wanted awnings and these giant windows to pop out in my den and kitchen … they customized everything, exactly what I wanted.” MARVIN PRODUCTS USED: Marvin Ultimate Awning Narrow Frame Window Marvin Ultimate Casement Narrow Frame Window Marvin Ultimate Picture Narrow Frame Window Marvin Skycove Marvin Ultimate Inswing French Door Marvin ultimate Sliding Patio Door Designer: Jules Moore Builder: Tierra de Zia Contracting, LLC