Master Bathroom

The removable grab rail up

Powder Room, with aromatic cedar walls. Photo by Robert Reck

Custom concrete tiles adorn this space that is at once water closet, shower, bathtub and viewing corridor to the north mountains. Water drains to a linear slot drain tin the floor. Chrome Grohe fixtures provide modern accents to the space. A Kohler tub filler fills the tub from the ceiling above. Winquist Photography, Matt Winquist

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Level Two: High-gloss, cherry wood cabinets echo the adjoining master bedroom's cherry wood ceiling, lending warmth to the room, along with elegant Murano glass pendants. Photograph © Darren Edwards, San Diego

Modern bathroom, black metal accent, integrated LED

Whilst the site was a good size for the building, the working area was tight due to the very steep slope and limited access. Therefore, to minimise construction costs RRA designed the replacement dwelling to use the existing building footprint and foundations, and kept the ridge height the same as the existing house. The garage became part of the main house using a small link and a subterranean level with additional parking was excavated. This strategy resulting in no negative visual impact to the views of surrounding buildings whilst enabling a significant increase to the floor area. Extensive glazing was used strategically to benefit from the stunning views over Cheltenham whilst also allowing the building to fully utilise the solar gain to heat the house. Balcony areas have been added to offer the inhabitants outdoor space, other than the garden, from which to enjoy the views. Central to the building is the large kitchen area which links several areas of the house. This features a central void space to a large rooflight positioned to increase the natural light within the deepest part of the building. In order to integrate the contemporary style into the natural surroundings a pallette of render, Cedar Cladding, Local Stone and Powder Coated Aluminium Windows was employed. Externally the use of solar powered, low-level lighting, illuminates the access forecourt for safety, without causing excessive light pollution.

Photos: Ed Gohlich

This clean, sleek, modern bathroom with a cement walk in shower is great for an after swim rinse-off or a spa-day like experience. Backlighting behind the large mirror sets a calm mood at night and adds a statement feature guests love.

Emmanuelle Godard

Built and designed by Shelton Design Build Photos by MissLPhotography

This house is discreetly tucked into its wooded site in the Mad River Valley near the Sugarbush Resort in Vermont. The soaring roof lines complement the slope of the land and open up views though large windows to a meadow planted with native wildflowers. The house was built with natural materials of cedar shingles, fir beams and native stone walls. These materials are complemented with innovative touches including concrete floors, composite exterior wall panels and exposed steel beams. The home is passively heated by the sun, aided by triple pane windows and super-insulated walls. Photo by: Nat Rea Photography