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Narrow Diamante tiles surround the fireplace. The wall beside it was able to be moved by just a foot, but it made a huge difference to opening up the space.

Flagstone pavers and drought-tolerant plantings mark the rear facade of the house.

New wood siding was stained a semi-transparent arbor coat of Benjamin Moore Alexandria Beige. All the metal trim was painted to match the window and door system for an integrated feel.

Keren Richter drew inspiration from the nearby ocean and farmland for this Martha's Vineyard renovation, whose master suite features a canopy bed from Australian furniture maker Mark Tuckey—replete with warm, textural linen and natural fiber bedding.

Door hardware is a small design detail, but as with all decor choices, a wise one can effortlessly elevate the overall aesthetic. From hardware style to finish and form, that doorknob you put your hands on every day can really make a statement.

The custom Bulthaup kitchen is outfitted with Gaggenau appliances and Caesarstone countertops.

A series of retaining walls and deck spaces were designed by the architects to surround the studio. A property wall was constructed out of concrete with a new fence and lower deck of Mangaris hard wood.

The terraces include a new amphitheater-like space for Jane’s work, inspired by an Instagram picture of her rehearsing a piece with actor friends; a fragment of the original garden design is incorporated into the new construction.

In the driveway between the duplex and the garage is a patio made of pavers Kyle found at a dump in Saint Paul. He hopes to one day bring in an Airstream to renovate as a play space for the kids.

Mike and Bryce planted dripping Algerian ivy to hang suspended against the raw concrete for a touch of greenery. "I always had a vision of growing plants on the facade,

The office features a combination of built-ins and furnishings that maximize space and storage.

Madison points out that the pod concept would make it easy to add an extension if necessary. “We see it as a house that can grow with us—and that we can pay for as we go along.”

Floor Plan of Tall House by Tall Architects