Front elevation with industrial steel siding, shou sugi ban, and metal roof, Leslie Schwartz Photography

This modern farmhouse located outside of Spokane, Washington, creates a prominent focal point among the landscape of rolling plains. The composition of the home is dominated by three steep gable rooflines linked together by a central spine. This unique design evokes a sense of expansion and contraction from one space to the next. Vertical cedar siding, poured concrete, and zinc gray metal elements clad the modern farmhouse, which, combined with a shop that has the aesthetic of a weathered barn, creates a sense of modernity that remains rooted to the surrounding environment. The Glo double pane A5 Series windows and doors were selected for the project because of their sleek, modern aesthetic and advanced thermal technology over traditional aluminum windows. High performance spacers, low iron glass, larger continuous thermal breaks, and multiple air seals allows the A5 Series to deliver high performance values and cost effective durability while remaining a sophisticated and stylish design choice. Strategically placed operable windows paired with large expanses of fixed picture windows provide natural ventilation and a visual connection to the outdoors.

Lakehouse renovation exterior

Photo By Kawano Masato（Nacasa&Partners Inc）

Fotos: Lioba Schneider Architekturfotografie I Architekt: falke architekten köln

A view of the front porch, clad in recycled travertine pavers from the LBJ Library in Austin. Exterior paint color: "Ocean Floor," Benjamin Moore. Photo: Whit Preston

Leon Smith Architect Robert Malone Photography

Bagnato Architects AXIOM PHOTOGRAPHY

Situated on a 100 acre site, this landscape for a private residence draws it's inspiration from the classic mountain lodges of the northeast. Rich sweeping drifts of native perennials, grasses and shrubs create a relaxed, elegant composition that ground the home and define a variety of spaces for family gathering, entertaining and quiet reflection. Large caliper trees were planted to compliment the surrounding mature trees, providing a sense of permanence and timelessness. An existing pond was augmented and expanded for swimming with a 'diving rock' hand selected and perched at one end. The south-facing terrace is defined by large slabs of stone and a grand outdoor fireplace that gives way to views of the neighboring ski trails. Photo Credit: Westphalen Photography

View from the addition towards the library (former living room) with new courtyard with deck between. Cathy Schwabe Architecture Photo by David Wakely. Contractor: Young & Burton, Inc.

Contemporary Rear Extension, Photo by David Butler

Lillie Thompson