Seen from the street, the house displays a clean and contemporary form. However, the painted bevel siding, wood trim and overall scale allow the house to be at home with its more traditional neighbors. The south facing shed roof houses both photo-voltaic and hot water panels to maximize renewable energy use. photo: Ben Benschneider

Catherine Tighe

Craig Kuhner Architectural Photography

Photolux Studios (Christian Lalonde)

Scott Annanadale Photography Build2Modern Homes - Builder

Plain vanilla 1970's is transformed into a modern and spacious family home. Interior walls were removed to connect living, dining and kitchen spaces. The living room, and an adjacent playroom, may be closed off with sliding doors. As exterior wood deck was replaced with a bluestone terrace, and the dining room floor was dropped down to align with the terrace, connected with large sliding glass doors. Much of the original structure remains intact, but with new windows, doors, siding and interior finishes Photo by Alex Hayden

Judy Davis Photography

Eingangsbereich privates Wohnhaus in Thüringen. Beheizbare großformatige Betonplatten im Eingangsweg, sowie Granitpflaster im Einfahrtsbereich bilden die Belagsflächen. Marmorfelsen, Marmorkies und ein Bonsai bilden den passenden Rahmen zu den Baulichkeiten. Fotograf Ulrich Beuttenmüller

With a clear connection between the home and the Pacific Ocean beyond, this modern dwelling provides a west coast retreat for a young family. Forethought was given to future green advancements such as being completely solar ready and having plans in place to install a living green roof. Generous use of fully retractable window walls allow sea breezes to naturally cool living spaces which extend into the outdoors. Indoor air is filtered through an exchange system, providing a healthier air quality. Concrete surfaces on floors and walls add strength and ease of maintenance. Personality is expressed with the punches of colour seen in the Italian made and designed kitchen and furnishings within the home. Thoughtful consideration was given to areas committed to the clients’ hobbies and lifestyle. Photography by www.robcampbellphotography.com

A crushed rock front with staggered wood platforms leading to the entry.

Derek Skalko

Photography by Vernon Wentz