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The single-volume home has been designed to appear to float over the lot on its deck. Ryan upgraded the existing foundation to support its passive design. "Originally, I wanted to make the whole house powered with wood pellets," he says. "But I decided against shoveling pellets in the snow. I'll get weird in a little bit less of a cold climate."

Floor Plan of Jamestown Passive House by Shelter Residential

"The private terrace offers a restful spot for enjoying morning coffee, cultivating a garden, or simply gazing at the sky and forgetting the city below,

A long, winding driveway leads to the two-story residence, which sits nestled among soaring trees in a sunlit meadow.

“This home underwent a variety of updates, including restoration of the exterior, renovation of every interior space, and a new landscape scheme.”

In this living area, a built-in Murphy bed can be pulled down to create a flexible sleeping area when needed. This Murphy bed incorporates two small bedside nooks with built-in lighting.

Both the bedrooms have built-in wardrobes.

Jason and Laura Miller-Smith tapped Cover Architecture and EEK Studio to update their Buff and Hensman midcentury home with custom casework, ribbed glass, and a grand fireplace while staying true to the original plans.