The terrace also has a concrete hot tub sits waiting for cooler weather.
The tiled bench extends in front of the fireplace and down toward the entryway, creating a satisfying tie between the multiple different distinct areas of the open living space.
The seating on the deck just outside the house mirrors the lines of the built-in bench inside and is low enough to not obstruct the windows—and the view.
White oak slats and cork cladding give texture to the facade of a house that architect Jack Becker de-signed for himself and his wife, landscape architect Maddie Hoagland-Hanson, in an alley in the Capitol Hill area of Washington, D.C. High awning windows let daylight in while preserving privacy.
The Shudio Exterior.
The Shudio and patio with privacy trellis.
A structure built in a Polish ROD cannot be permanent, nor can it exceed 375 square feet.
Despite its small footprint, the flexible, multi-purpose space includes bike storage and a niche for storing weights.
Across a small patch of lawn, a cedar walkway lines the raised planting beds. While the backyard is a more manicured space, the roof is allowed to be wild.
With little to no permitting required because of its small size, Sett Studio units can be used for an extra bedroom, a yoga studio, a hydroponics growing area or an office space, like this 96-square-foot one shown here.
Working with a limited budget, First Lamp designed and built one principle architectural flourish: exposed Douglas fir rafters that would weather to a brighter red over the years and accent the white siding.
The Light Shed is wrapped in corrugated bituminous fiberglass backed by a UV open cladding membrane.
A slatted Western red cedar fence screens a neighbor’s yard, adding a measure of privacy while permitting branches from their Japanese maple to cross the property line.
The yard feels secluded thanks to solid fencing and a buffer of dense greenery. Benches by Angel City Lumber, stacked on stones and all from Molly’s home state of Oregon, create a seating moment to look back at a towering cork oak tree. The pavers and Adirondack chairs are all from OR.CA
Located in the corner of the lot, the 2-story art studio is connected to the existing main house via a raised deck with outdoor fireplace and a meandering hardscape path
View from the existing main house of the hardscape leading to the art studio and deck. The exterior stair has open risers
The backyard is a protected retreat out of the wind. The team added a balcony off the kitchen at the third floor. It has a ship’s ladder to access the roof deck, in order to service solar panels installed there. The balcony also has a grill for cooking al-fresco. “You gotta be able to go out back and barbecue – this is the beach after all,” says Levy.
Richie walks through the shared plaza between the main house and ADU.
For Melbourne Design Week 2020, Sydney-based art and architecture collective Studio Rain created Atmosphere: A Revival, a sauna installation along the picturesque Yarra River meant to revive bathing culture.
becomes this wood cocoon with ambient light coming through the clear wall panel. You don’t need to even turn on a light.”
Raised deck with exterior dining terrace at dusk
Bistro lights and raised deck with exterior dining terrace at dusk
Raised deck at outdoor dining terrace with Mini Cooper and wood trash enclosure feature wall beyond
Wire fox terrier on guard at the raised wood deck and bedroom beyond
Kuo transformed the original back house and attached garage using playful geometries and creative uses of space.
Designed by award-winning Sant Architects, this four-bedroom vacation rental near Topanga elevates the concept of a mountain retreat to new heights—from its raw, concrete facade and hillside pool, to the Bauhaus-inspired interiors that feature expansive glass walls that overlook the Pacific Ocean. The clean, architectural lines are expressed using iron beams, concrete slabs, timber-panelled walls, and glass, and the sprawling, open-plan living area features a slide-away fireplace and enormous windows that seamlessly transition the property from cosy winter retreat to breezy summer getaway.
“Eichlers aren’t very big—that’s why so much emphasis was on the outside. The house had to look like it extended out.” —Bernard Trainor, landscape designer
Pacific wax myrtle, euphorbia, saucer plants, and lavenders border the front entrance ramp
Although Leah, a landscape designer, often travels to project sites and works on the go, she draws inspiration from working outside on the days she is home. “When I’m home and working on actual designs, I love to work out back where it’s peaceful and sunny,” Leah says. “It helps me be productive.”
The large backyard space extends the home’s 1,378 square foot interior, with a Milgard bifold door creating fluidity between indoors and out.
We designed the kitchen to be able to see straight into our living space, making it easy to watch the kids while preparing meals,” says Leah of the newly opened up living area.
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The courtyard and open-air kitchen are the home’s hub, where Ernesto’s guests can convene for meals he prepares using local ingredients. “There is an incredible amount of produce in the area. It’s the simple things,” he says. Ellen designed the table and benches, which are surrounded by plantings added to the property.
The mix of plywood helped save on costs, adds visual interest to the space, and serves as an example for Tim’s clients.
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