Family Room

Contemporary Media Room with bar and music area featuring abstract painting that mimics drum set. Paul Dyer Photography

Novamobili TV Lowboard Reverse

Jim Fuhrmann

For this project, the goals were straight forward - a low energy, low maintenance home that would allow the "60 something couple” time and money to enjoy all their interests. Accessibility was also important since this is likely their last home. In the end the style is minimalist, but the raw, natural materials add texture that give the home a warm, inviting feeling. The home has R-67.5 walls, R-90 in the attic, is extremely air tight (0.4 ACH) and is oriented to work with the sun throughout the year. As a result, operating costs of the home are minimal. The HVAC systems were chosen to work efficiently, but not to be complicated. They were designed to perform to the highest standards, but be simple enough for the owners to understand and manage. The owners spend a lot of time camping and traveling and wanted the home to capture the same feeling of freedom that the outdoors offers. The spaces are practical, easy to keep clean and designed to create a free flowing space that opens up to nature beyond the large triple glazed Passive House windows. Built-in cubbies and shelving help keep everything organized and there is no wasted space in the house - Enough space for yoga, visiting family, relaxing, sculling boats and two home offices. The most frequent comment of visitors is how relaxed they feel. This is a result of the unique connection to nature, the abundance of natural materials, great air quality, and the play of light throughout the house. The exterior of the house is simple, but a striking reflection of the local farming environment. The materials are low maintenance, as is the landscaping. The siting of the home combined with the natural landscaping gives privacy and encourages the residents to feel close to local flora and fauna. Photo Credit: Leon T. Switzer/Front Page Media Group

Soho Designer Sectional Sofa is a spectacular seating solution with unique movable back cushion functionality. Manufactured in Italy by Gamma Arredamenti, Soho Sectional Sofa is a sophisticated and highly versatile composition bound to offer maximum comfort and aesthetic value to the family room.

The bar highlights a beautiful quartz countertop, sink, refrigerator and a pass through window to the family kitchen.

Have you ever seen an open fire pit for an indoor fireplace? With 17 zones of HVAC, 18 zones of video and 27 zones of audio, this home really comes to life! Enriching lifestyles with technology

Mia Mortensen © 2017 Houzz

Modern Kitchen, Living, and Dining Room

Die offene Feuerstelle und die holzvertäfelten Wände verbinden Asia-Motiv und Europäische Klassik. Besondere Akzente setzen auch die eigens angefertigte Lampe aus feinsten Stoffen und das extra gestaltete Schachspiel.

Carole Paris