New residence in place of original dwelling. A statement home, composed of natural stone, stucco and metal roofing, for a modern family with traditional roots. The house configuration and expanses of glass blur the lines between interior and exterior to enhance natural daylight and views to the wonderfully private yard beyond. While the footprint of the house is ample, the design was careful to control the scale and warm feel of the house.

New construction on an empty lot that fronts a reservoir. The scale of the ample interior program was broken down with a site inspired angled shape, which, along with the expansive glass and elevated patio spaces, allowed for full enjoyment of the water views. Multiple vaulted spaces extended a similar openness to the interior.

New residence in place of original ranch-style house. The expansive-glass façade filters light into every room and takes advantage of the wooded views of a hill site overlooking a river. With differently pitched ceilings and separate wings with intertwined elements, every room has its own identity – a perfect solution for a family that sought a change in their lives and wanted places to gather while also having something to retreat to as individuals.

New residence on a new cul-de-sac presents opportunity to define curb appeal for a new neighborhood. Looking for the classic modern farmhouse style, this design features timeless white siding and black windows with attention to detail through out. This home focuses on the evolution of a family, considering the importance of accommodating aging in place, large spaces for family gatherings, and individualized retreats for each member of the family throughout. Connection to the rear yard and beautiful pool is emphasized with large windows and covered entertaining space for 3 season use.

New Residence. Looking for something one-of-a-kind and totally unique, this residence combines a love for contemporary details and the modern farmhouse as a concept. Windows become 3D “floating” boxes that project from the siding, while the forms of a traditional gable become thick outlines abstracting the elevation. The use of unexpected materials like dark punches of stucco and warm wood accents push the exterior of this home to the next iteration of the modern farmhouse.

New residence in place of original ranch-style house, to fit effortlessly into the neighborhood andcontext.A deep and narrow lot guided the form of the house to maximize natural light.Inside, the newhome needed to remain cozy and welcoming while rising to the demands of a growing family that hostsfrequent gatherings anda family member with mobilityissues.

The existing raised ranch was sited on the property that rose from left to right, with a two-car garage under the main-level of the house, on the left when viewed from the street. The concept to mirror the garage to the opposite side of the property allowed the Garage to be more proximate to the main level, and the new, carefully appointed Mudroom and Pantry. This allows for efficient gathering of belongings, overflow food items, etc.. in a proximate and easy path from the Garage, rather than in through the basement and up a flight of stairs.

The clients purchased a dated two-story contemporary house, with poor overall flow and layout, and practically no curb appeal, but with ample floor area. There was economic value in re-using the foundation/footprint, so the design inquiry began be utilizing existing perimeter, while introducing strategic, small additions to allow for maximization of spaces and proportions.

The design process started first with an inquiry to explore a large-scale renovation and addition to the dated 1950’s house on an ample property with considerable rear yard privacy. When it was clear that the original house could not be salvaged to meet the program and stylistic needs of the owners, a new house, complete with all the amenities one would dream of in a new custom residence entered the conversation.

The client sought a two-story addition and reconfiguration to a turn-of-the-century home originally constructed in 1895. While the classic four-square design made for a very minimal, clean plan configuration, it created a design challenge to add to such a regular form on the exterior with an asymmetrical program and layout.