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When he designed an energy-efficient home for his family in Olivebridge, New York, architect Alessandro Ronfini, pictured here, sized up the wooded site, positioning the residence for pond views and maximal solar heat gain in winter.

Ignacio created a bridge to link the existing house with the new addition further downhill.

Light woods and white-painted MDF panels pair with racing green cabinetry in the kitchen of an ADU designed by L.A. architect John Colter for composer Brad Breeck and fashion designer Jeana Sohn.

Before: This 1930s brick farmhouse is on a two-acre, former oyster farm in Silverdale, on the Kitsap Peninsula in Washington state. “There are very few brick houses around,” says Kirsten. “The fact that it was brick is part of why we decided to remodel rather than tear it down.” This side of the house faces the water.

Kolbe Windows & Doors began in 1946 as a two-brother team based in Wisconsin. Today, it is one of the nation’s leading window and door manufacturers known for superior quality, custom craftsmanship, attention to detail, as well as innovative and unique designs.