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The foyer and potting room is a transitional space between the outdoors and indoors—the roof protects the foyer from rain but the open-air ends allow cooling breezes through.

The pocket door from the kitchen to the patio is a Modern Multi-Slide door by Marvin. “We built out the wall and made the door as big as we could,” says Michelle. “It’s as if the glass disappears when it is open. It’s very minimalist. You can walk in and out freely and use it year round.”

Floor Plan of The Monroe House DADU by Ben Locke

Floor Plan of Tranquil Terraced Piedmont by Turnbull, Griffin, & Haesloop Architects

The new floor plan allows for direct flow between the kitchen and dining area.

Floor Plan of Ranch Residence by Talbot Mclanahan

In addition to having a queen bed upstairs, Ryan built a sofa that converts to a twin, based on a design by architect Sean O’Neill. The transformable unit cost $500 in upholstery, $35 in wood, and $4 in hinges.

Floor plan of Lake Pepin Farmhouse by TEA2 Architects