Donald Chapman, AIA,CMB This unique project, located in Donalds, South Carolina began with the owners requesting three primary uses. First, it was have separate guest accommodations for family and friends when visiting their rural area. The desire to house and display collectible cars was the second goal. The owner’s passion of wine became the final feature incorporated into this multi use structure. This Guest House – Collector Garage – Wine Cellar was designed and constructed to settle into the picturesque farm setting and be reminiscent of an old house that once stood in the pasture. The front porch invites you to sit in a rocker or swing while enjoying the surrounding views. As you step inside the red oak door, the stair to the right leads guests up to a 1150 SF of living space that utilizes varied widths of red oak flooring that was harvested from the property and installed by the owner. Guest accommodations feature two bedroom suites joined by a nicely appointed living and dining area as well as fully stocked kitchen to provide a self-sufficient stay. Disguised behind two tone stained cement siding, cedar shutters and dark earth tones, the main level of the house features enough space for storing and displaying six of the owner’s automobiles. The collection is accented by natural light from the windows, painted wainscoting and trim while positioned on three toned speckled epoxy coated floors. The third and final use is located underground behind a custom built 3” thick arched door. This climatically controlled 2500 bottle wine cellar is highlighted with custom designed and owner built white oak racking system that was again constructed utilizing trees that were harvested from the property in earlier years. Other features are stained concrete floors, tongue and grooved pine ceiling and parch coated red walls. All are accented by low voltage track lighting along with a hand forged wrought iron & glass chandelier that is positioned above a wormy chestnut tasting table. Three wooden generator wheels salvaged from a local building were installed and act as additional storage and display for wine as well as give a historical tie to the community, always prompting interesting conversations among the owner’s and their guests. This all-electric Energy Star Certified project allowed the owner to capture all three desires into one environment… Three birds… one stone.

Neal's Design Remodel

A screened in porch at the of rear he yard allows the homeowners to take advantage of ideal views and entertaining possibilities.

© 2014 Jan Stittleburg for Atlanta Decking & Fence.

LAIR Architectural + Interior Photography

Weatherwell Aluminum shutters were used to turn this deck from an open unusable space to a luxurious outdoor living space with lounge area, dining area, and jacuzzi. The Aluminum shutters were used to create privacy from the next door neighbors. And the outlook was able to be adjusted with the moveable blades.

From the walk out basement level, another screened in porch is accessible and features comfortable patio seating in a rustic style.

Interior shot of year round living space. Space includes: exterior grade video monitor that can withstand extreme elements and reduce glare; direct vent gas fireplace to keep space warm all year long; exterior grade grill capped with commercial grade exhaust hood, allowing client to bring grilling inside; panoramic doors system which allows space to convert from a wall of insulated glass panels to a completely open-air room; a full width screen system that retracts into the soffits; and Zuri decking, which can withstand all elements while maintaining an elegant design. Photographed by Michael Braun.

© Jan Stittleburg, JS PhotoFX for Atlanta Decking & Fence.

Photography: Nathan Schroder

Photos: Anthony Dimaano

New screened porch added to old Austin home. Outdoor gas fireplace.

Photo Credit: JDCO

Darko Photography

Barry Fitzgerald

The timber ceiling, glass walls and fireplace make this sitting area facing the woods feel open and cozy at the same time Scott Bergman Photography