Hubbardton Forge

Covered Porch

To deal with the constant stream of wind that flows toward the front of the house, Garcia contained all of the usable outdoor space within the first 30 to 40 feet from the back of the structure. “I designed various configurations to provide patio spaces that are protected from the wind,” he explains. The interior is directly connected to these zones by the expanses of Marvin windows and doors.

Francis designed the pool to be as close to the house as possible so that it’s protected from the wind that whips through from the other side of the house. It’s easily accessible from the interior through a selection of sliding glass doors from Marvin.

Garcia placed Marvin windows all along an extensive corridor. The windows let natural light pour in while allowing the x-shaped wood beams from the exterior overhangs to reflect their shadows along the limestone flooring.

A closer look at the living space near the entrance reveals a modern fireplace that’s built into a blue accent wall.

On both the front and the back of the structure, Garcia built overhangs that protect the facade of the house and ended up keeping the cost of the roof down. Along with providing shade from the sun, they also shelter the house from the rain. The hardy Marvin windows were installed below the overhangs, which add yet another protective component against the elements.

The open concept kitchen shares space with the Family room and views out to the covered porch. The cabinets are from Häcker and feature contrasting colors of white for the perimeter and a beach-wood finish on the island and pantry wall. The counters are ultra-compact material from Dekton with the permitter in a soapstone color with leather finish while the island features a dazzling smooth white color. The kitchen also features energy-efficient Miele appliances and a dedicated beverage fridge. Special touches in this space include a full-size sink in the island to make meal prep and entertaining that much easier and a custom made barn door made from salvaged barn wood. The barn door serves as a generous passage to the dining room that can be easily closed for more formal occasions.

Further adding to the drama of this entrance foyer is the pendant from Hubbardton Forge. It's modern and sculptural appeal is a true showstopper for the entire home.

A soaring twenty-two foot ceiling defines the entrance foyer of this home. Floor to ceiling windows and glass doors allow sunlight to stream into the space. At night illumination comes from frosted glass LED light panels that form the ceiling adding to the drama.

Courbé Duet LED Pendant Flowing steel tendrils have been carefully crafted to embrace the curves of six exclusive Swarovski Strass Wave Cut crystals, bringing a sculptural touch with each dazzling curve. For this duet version of the Courbé design, gently arched LED light guides are hidden within plates of steel providing up- and down-light. synchronicitylighting.com/pro...

Rhapsody LED Pendant Design inspiration and intricate craftsmanship merge in this visual symphony. Flowing ribbons of steel are pierced by three Swarovski cone-shaped crystals, creating this divine composition. synchronicitylighting.com/pro...

Gaia Pendant A mystical world of handcrafted steel vines entwine glistening drops of oval pear-shaped Swarovski crystals. The Gaia is illuminated from above by a single, stem-hung pendant. synchronicitylighting.com/pro...

Marrakesh Pendant With a delicate, arabesque-like pattern, the Marrakesh blends modern and ancient designs. A single light source shines from above, creating the shimmer and sparkle of this free-form pendant. synchronicitylighting.com/pro...

Solstice LED Pendant: A graceful surround of art glass entices you to contemplate the romance and mystery of this pendant. Each of the textured glass panels is unique — handmade by the Vermont-based artisans at AO Glass. Solstice Sconce: The beauty is in the details. A metal surround focuses the light toward a hand-poured artisanal glass disc to create a unique glowing aura of light onto a circular wall plate. synchronicitylighting.com/sea...

Aria LED Pendant A crown of metal surrounds an inner ring lined with fabric imbued with petite Swarovski crystals. The LED light guide provides up- and down-lighting from this beautifully crafted circlet. synchronicitylighting.com/pro...

Cumulus Pendant Cloudy with a chance of hot damn! The Cumulus Pendant features 18 cut and folded plates of steel that filter and redirect the central light. Each leaf-like plate is articulated and can flutter at a touch. vermontmodern.com/pro...

Hive Pendant The bee’s knees. A delicate three-dimensional weave of steel shows off design inspiration and whimsy. You have the option to choose two different colors – one for the light fixture and one for the sculptural element. vermontmodern.com/pro...

Hook, Vine and Sinker Pendant Check out the glass on that one. Each unique hook design of this pendant was created through a partnership between our designers and our forge artisans. Like our people, each hook is unique. Available with your choice of black, red or white cord. vermontmodern.com/pro...

Stretch Pendant Who needs yoga pants? Four plates of steel spanning more than four feet hide the light source and create layers of shadow and light. The Stretch makes a statement and doesn’t require a gym membership. vermontmodern.com/pro...

Monarch Pendant Style so nice, we designed it thrice. Three pendants suspended from a single canopy form this work of lighting art. Each pendant is created from two sheets of steel, laser cut, shaped and welded in our forge to create a “there, not there” visual aesthetic. vermontmodern.com/pro...

Ringo Large LED Pendant If you liked it, you should have put a Ringo on it. The Ringo keeps a low profile – literally. It’s the thinnest ring we’ve seen on the market and the largest we make. It’s created with a single band of heated and rolled steel that houses the LED light guides. Different finish colors can be selected for the base and accent to make the Ringo yours. vermontmodern.com/pro...

Copernicus LED Pendant Go ahead, lick it.* Our designer did and he survived. Thanks to innovative engineering, the low-voltage Copernicus could be powered by a 9-volt battery. Vermont maple wood spheres act as the isolators for the steel rails carrying the positive and negative current flow. *Our legal department says we shouldn’t tell people to lick anything, so don’t lick it. vermontmodern.com/pro...

Anemone Circular LED Pendant Keep your friends close, your Anemone closer. A circular LED light guide is suspended from four cables and feeds light to the Anemone’s bristles. The bristles spread light to your room as dim or bright as you’d like. Feel the love. vermontmodern.com/pro...

Bloom Mini Pendant Take me home and turn me on. The Bloom is created from a single steel tube that’s laser cut, heated and expanded. The pendant sprouts from a steel stem to hang at the desired height. The light source is hidden within the cone at its core. The Full Bloom’s substantial curves are created from a single steel tube. The pattern is laser cut and then the tube is heated and expanded. The pendant sprouts from a steel stem to hang at the desired height. vermontmodern.com/fil...

Filament Mini Pendant Look on the bright side – me. Crafted from a steel rod bent and twisted into shape, the Filament is a display of controlled chaos. Different finishes can be picked for the base and accent and different bulbs can be used to further personalize your piece. vermontmodern.com/pro...

Filament Table Lamp Goodbye boring desk job. Crafted from a steel rod twisted and bent to shape, the Filament is a display of controlled chaos ready for your tabletop or desk. Different finish colors can be selected for the base and accent to personalize your piece. vermontmodern.com/pro...

Cumulus Floor Lamp Get your groove on. Featuring 18 cut and folded leaf-like plates of steel surrounding a light source. The plates are articulated and can move at the touch of a finger or a breeze to keep the party going. vermontmodern.com/pro...

Copernicus LED Table Lamp Hotter than the bottom of your laptop. The design is hot, the light source is not. The Copernicus uses only 9 volts to power its LEDs. Vermont maple wood spheres act as the isolators for the steel rails carrying the positive and negative current flow. It’s all anchored in a base made of Vermont maple. vermontmodern.com/pro...

Arbor Chandelier - A latticework of steel sweeps down to finish in eight forged ends, each capped with a light. The arcs are joined together by a forged band that encircles the fixture. Victorian in inspiration, Hubbardton Forge in handcrafted quality. www.hubbardtonforge.com/pro...

Otto Sphere 5 Light Pendant - A blend of polished brass and black finishes and five glass spheres creates the focus for any room. The spheres can be hung on the same plane, at varying heights. They can also each be hung with the lighting element at a horizontal or on an angle. www.hubbardtonforge.com/pro...

Whether you want a small flurry or a full blizzard of pendants, the Winter Mini Pendant is a beautiful addition to a room. Track mountable, and housing a glass diffuser, each pendant is crafted from metal carefully cut and folded to shape. Available in Soft Gold or Vintage Platinum finishes. www.hubbardtonforge.com/pro...

An organic, elegant shape flows through the design of the Zephyr LED Pendant. The heat-textured steel morphs into the light guide – or does the light guide turn into steel? The ribbon-like LED light guide beautifully illuminates the fine details. www.hubbardtonforge.com/pro...

Geometry and LED go hand-in-hand to create the contemporary Vitrage LED Pendant. Three cables allow for the Vitrage to hang on an even plane or at an angle. The body of the pendant, crafted from forged steel, is available in any of our standard finishes. www.hubbardtonforge.com/pro...

Duet Pendant - Inspired by ikebana, the Japanese art of flower arranging, this arrangement weaves together strands of steel projecting from domes finished in black. Each strand is tipped with smaller balls of steel finished in Soft Gold or Vintage Platinum. www.hubbardtonforge.com/pro...