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Hamilton Snowber ArchitectsThis vacation home is located within a narrow lot which extends from the street to the lake shore. Taking advantage of the lot's depth, the design consists of a main house and an accesory building to answer the programmatic needs of a family of four. The modest, yet open and connected living spaces are oriented towards the water.
Since the main house sits towards the water, a street entry sequence is created via a covered porch and pergola. A private yard is created between the buildings, sheltered from both the street and lake. A covered lakeside porch provides shaded waterfront views.
David Reeve Architectural Photography.
FINNE ArchitectsThe Eagle Harbor Cabin is located on a wooded waterfront property on Lake Superior, at the northerly edge of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, about 300 miles northeast of Minneapolis.
The wooded 3-acre site features the rocky shoreline of Lake Superior, a lake that sometimes behaves like the ocean. The 2,000 SF cabin cantilevers out toward the water, with a 40-ft. long glass wall facing the spectacular beauty of the lake. The cabin is composed of two simple volumes: a large open living/dining/kitchen space with an open timber ceiling structure and a 2-story “bedroom tower,” with the kids’ bedroom on the ground floor and the parents’ bedroom stacked above.
The interior spaces are wood paneled, with exposed framing in the ceiling. The cabinets use PLYBOO, a FSC-certified bamboo product, with mahogany end panels. The use of mahogany is repeated in the custom mahogany/steel curvilinear dining table and in the custom mahogany coffee table. The cabin has a simple, elemental quality that is enhanced by custom touches such as the curvilinear maple entry screen and the custom furniture pieces. The cabin utilizes native Michigan hardwoods such as maple and birch. The exterior of the cabin is clad in corrugated metal siding, offset by the tall fireplace mass of Montana ledgestone at the east end.
The house has a number of sustainable or “green” building features, including 2x8 construction (40% greater insulation value); generous glass areas to provide natural lighting and ventilation; large overhangs for sun and snow protection; and metal siding for maximum durability. Sustainable interior finish materials include bamboo/plywood cabinets, linoleum floors, locally-grown maple flooring and birch paneling, and low-VOC paints.
Visbeen ArchitectsThis cozy lake cottage skillfully incorporates a number of features that would normally be restricted to a larger home design. A glance of the exterior reveals a simple story and a half gable running the length of the home, enveloping the majority of the interior spaces. To the rear, a pair of gables with copper roofing flanks a covered dining area that connects to a screened porch. Inside, a linear foyer reveals a generous staircase with cascading landing. Further back, a centrally placed kitchen is connected to all of the other main level entertaining spaces through expansive cased openings. A private study serves as the perfect buffer between the homes master suite and living room. Despite its small footprint, the master suite manages to incorporate several closets, built-ins, and adjacent master bath complete with a soaker tub flanked by separate enclosures for shower and water closet. Upstairs, a generous double vanity bathroom is shared by a bunkroom, exercise space, and private bedroom. The bunkroom is configured to provide sleeping accommodations for up to 4 people. The rear facing exercise has great views of the rear yard through a set of windows that overlook the copper roof of the screened porch below.
Builder: DeVries & Onderlinde Builders
Interior Designer: Vision Interiors by Visbeen
Photographer: Ashley Avila Photography
WINN Design+BuildThis Sears craftsman in the Del Ray part of Alexandria, VA was restored with a complete exterior renovation.
Daniel Koplowitz ArchitectThis 1,650 sf beach house was designed and built to meed FEMA regulations given it proximity to ocean storm surges and flood plane. It is built 5 feet above grade with a skirt that effectively allows the ocean surge to flow underneath the house should such an event occur.
The approval process was considerable given the client needed natural resource special permits given the proximity of wetlands and zoning variances due to pyramid law issues.
Imperfect InteriorsWe painted the windows and doors in a dark green brown at our Cotswolds Cottage project. Interior Design by Imperfect Interiors
Armada Cottage is available to rent at www.armadacottagecotswolds.co.uk
The Baldwin Architectural Group
This large 2 bedroom original farmhouse design combines country living quaintess with modern minimalism.
The covered porch on the rear side provides an enclosed and peaceful space for retreat and calm.
A small rear balcony off the master bedroom is the perfect getaway for morning coffee.
A 3 car garage is tactfully incorporated into the design in order to maximize space for this cozy home.
Farm style doors provide easy access add an old style country feel.
Square Footage Breakdown
Total Heated Square Footage - 1582
1st Floor - 1460
2nd Floor- 122
Beds/Baths
Bedrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 1.5
Foundation Type
Standard Foundations: Slab
Exterior Walls
Standard Type(s): 2x6 studs
Dimensions
Width: 72' 0"
Depth: 47' 10"
Max ridge height from finished first floor: 35'
Garage
Type: Attached
Area: 795 sq. ft.
Count: 3 Cars
Entry Location: Side
Ceiling Heights
Floor / Height: First Floor / 10' 0" Second Floor / 8' 0"
Roof Details
Primary Pitch: 6 on 12
Framing Type: Vaulted
CAST architectureThe cottage is snug against tandem parking and the cedar grove to the west, leaving a generous yard. Careful consideration of window openings between the two houses maintains privacy for each. Weathering steel panels will patina to rich oranges and browns.
Artistic Design and Construction, IncLittle White Cottage - Showing Rear Dormer and board & batten siding
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