The Marvin Contemporary Studio

A clean modern interior invites the landscape into this expansive kitchen. Contemporary black doors marry the sleek, stylish interior with easy indoor-outdoor living. #marvin #windows #doors #contemporary #kitchen #interior

In harmony with its environment, the Gatineau Hills home exhibits an alluring balance between nature and contemporary architecture. Architect: Christopher Simmonds; Architecture Firm: Christopher Simmonds Architect Inc.; #marvin #windows #doors #contemporary #exterior

A living space with few walls invites the landscape into the home. These contemporary windows and doors are a crucial detail in the design, allowing natural elements to live in unity with modern touches. #marvin #windows #doors

The Asheville House With a foundation built into the surrounding prairie, the Asheville House uses modern design and natural elements to unify with the verdant landscape. Architect: Eric Gartner; Architecture Firm: SPG Architects #marvin #windows #doors #architecture #asheville

Evoking a sense of openness, adjacent floor-to-ceiling windows invite both rejuvenating morning and serene evening light into the home. This creates a unique living space in tune with the surrounding landscape. #marvin #windows #doors #architecture #polygons #specialshapes

A clean white space creates a gallery from which nature shines through. Sliding doors add warmth to the space, allowing for easy indoor-outdoor living. #marvin #windows #doors #contemporary #patio #light

Russian River Studio - Architect's Challenge 2015; Best Contemporary 2015 This strategically designed structure couples simplicity and functionality in style. Windows and skylights welcome light from more than one direction simultaneously, while splashes of color define living spaces within. Together this cozy home is the epitome of minimalist multi-functionality. Architect: Cathy Schwabe; Architecture Firm: Cathy Schwabe Architecture; Location: Russian River, CA #marvin #windows #doors #studio #russianriver #CA

Playing with organic colors and expansive windows, this house reflects its natural habitat, though contemporary in style. Architect: Ryan Knock; Firm: Knock Architecture; Location: San Francisco, CA #marvin #windows #doors #sanfrancisco #architecture #renovation

The Asheville House Large panes of glass reflect the Asheville House’s mountainous backdrop, as the wood frame mimics the surrounding pines. Architect: Eric Gartner; Architecture Firm: SPG Architects #marvin #windows #doors #architecture #asheville

Zen Barn - Architects Challenge 2014 The design of the Zen Barn in Ottawa embraces the materials, methods, and forms of traditional northeastern rural architecture while adding a definitive modern twist. Architects: Rick Shean and Christopher Simmonds; Architecture Firm: Christopher Simmonds Architect Inc.; Photo by Peter Fritz #marvin #windows #doors #barn #zen #architectschallenge

The Folly Farm The Folly Farm’s contemporary execution was heavily inspired by historic farmhouse architecture. Designed first and foremost for livability, architects created the space of both old and new features, with emphasis on a mix of materials and textures within the confines of a simple, open layout. Architect: Dale Hubbard; Architecture Firm: Surround Architecture Location: Boulder, CO #marvin #windows #doors #architecture #farmhouse

The Gatineau Hills Home Built into the surrounding landscape, the Gatineau Hills Home features large floor-to-ceiling windows strategically placed to utilize natural light. Architect: Christopher Simmonds; Architecture Firm: Christopher Simmonds Architect, Inc. Location: Cantley, Quebec #marvin #windows #doors #quebec #gatineau