Re-Vitalized and expanded Midcentury Georgian gets a new roof, new doors and windows, white clay brick for a fresh new look.

The front elevation makes use of many traditional cottage elements, combining steep roof lines with graceful curves. Clover windows and natural stone give a timeless feeling to the front. The metal roof reflects the sky, and softens the presence of the house. Photographer: Daniel Contelmo Jr.

Metal standing seam 'cool roof', reclaimed wood beams and posts in porch, drought resistant landscaping and pervious paving in driveway contribute to a sustainable building project. Photography by Paul Keller Media

The client for this home wanted a modern structure that was suitable for displaying her art-glass collection. Located in a recently developed community, almost every component of the exterior was subject to an array of neighborhood and city ordinances. These were all accommodated while maintaining modern sensibilities and detailing on the exterior, then transitioning to a more minimalist aesthetic on the interior. The one-story building comfortably spreads out on its large lot, embracing a front and back courtyard and allowing views through and from within the transparent center section to other parts of the home. A high volume screened porch, the floating fireplace, and an axial swimming pool provide dramatic moments to the otherwise casual layout of the home.

Sustainable measures are seamlessly integrated into the design where in addition to radiant heated concrete floors and on-demand hot water heaters these self-adhesive thin-film photovoltaic solar strips were applied between the ridges of the standing seam metal roof providing "off the grid" electrical power. Photo Credit: John Sutton Photography

galvanized corrugated metal siding, galvallume snap lock roof, limestone base, painted pine, wood windows

The existing two storey residence was replanned for the new owners by moving the first floor living areas to the ground floor. A section of the first floor was removed from the north east corner to allow solar access through to the new ground floor living area. This created a double height void which the main ensuite and bedroom view across. External render was replaced with a painted timber cladding, terracotta tiles were replaced with metal sheet roofing and all internal finishes were updated.

The existing two storey residence was replanned for the new owners by moving the first floor living areas to the ground floor. A section of the first floor was removed from the north east corner to allow solar access through to the new ground floor living area. This created a double height void which the main ensuite and bedroom view across. External render was replaced with a painted timber cladding, terracotta tiles were replaced with metal sheet roofing and all internal finishes were updated.

Photo by Trent Bell

Front elevation of the LEED Platinum home in Glencoe. It is contemporary in its use of color, standing seam metal roof and the window mullion patterning, while being traditional in its proportions, forms and detailing. http://www.kipnisarch.com Kipnis Architecture + Planning

stacked stone walls, autumn color, pine trees, cottage style, gable roof, metal shed roof, casement windows, stone lintels, porch overhang, white post, stone steps, stone wall, leaves, small house, white window trim, white soffit lining, clockwork studio,

Daniel Newcomb

On the site of an old family summer cottage, nestled on a lake in upstate New York, rests this newly constructed year round residence. The house is designed for two, yet provides plenty of space for adult children and grandchildren to come and visit. The serenity of the lake is captured with an open floor plan, anchored by fireplaces to cozy up to. The public side of the house presents a subdued presence with a courtyard enclosed by three wings of the house. Photo Credit: David Lamb

Richard Leo Johnson