The expansive gravel driveway leads to a multi-car garage with timber doors embellished by subtle brick arches.

This project was a renovation of an 1824 antique farmhouse in Fairfield, CT. Additions that were constructed in the 1940's were removed, portions of the original structure including the roof and framing were selectively demolished in order to maintain the charm and beauty of the original home. Three additions were carefully designed to complement the remaining original structure and meet the space and function requirements of the homeowners. The additions include a new lower level playroom an au-pair bedroom, and additional mechanical space. The first floor received a new kitchen, living room, great room and mud room as well as two powder rooms. The second floor is outfitted with a new bedroom, laundry room, master bedroom suite and balcony. The renovated space includes the dining room, study, butler's pantry, entry hall stair and two bedrooms. Finally, new electrical and energy efficient mechanical systems and windows and doors were installed throughout the home. Starting with the main entry at the north side of the house, the home was totally renovated inside and out. The entire exterior of the home was restored. A new entrance portico was constructed while incorporating the original entry stoop. A custom hand built balustrade was installed on all of the balcony rail areas. Inside the dining room, the colonial feel with oversized fireplace was maintained, and the original wide-plank pine boards were reused to keep the warmth and charm of the original room intact. The main entry ceiling was removed to create space open to the second floor. This space was adorned with a wonderful antique pendant fixture which now hangs from the second floor ceiling. Two arched stained glass doors were purchased from an architectural salvage shop and installed to separate the Entry from the Study.

This Colonial Style Home located in Winnetka, IL was remodeled by Siding & Windows Group where we installed James HardiePlank Select Cedarmill Lap Siding in ColorPlus Technology Color Monterey Taupe and HardieTrim Smooth Boards in ColorPlus Technology Color Arctic White with crown moldings, top frieze boards. Siding & Windows Group created and built Front Entrance Decorative Roof Canopy, Douglas Fir Beaded Wood Ceiling, Cedar Exterior Finish and Gable Roof to match. To finish the beautiful Winnetka, IL Exterior Remodel, we installed Marvin Ultimate Windows and Fypon Shutters in Custom Color by Sherwin Williams.

Beverly Hills based clients commissioned a vacation home for their family in Malibu, CA. Together with world renowned interior designer John Cottrell, we conceived a 10,000 sq. ft. Pennsylvania Stone Farm House. The stone was quarried from the Midwest and is complemented by a steep French slate roof. The site is situated on a 2 1/2 acre bluff with a panoramic view stretching from Paradise Cove to Catalina Island. This resplendent retreat immediately relaxes the mind and body as one is lead from the circular drive court through an arched portico with paneled wood gates into a quiet lawned courtyard. The garden and reflective lap pool and spa are sheltered from harsh elements by the two wings of the house. A glass French lite Dutch entrance door is discretely located at the end of an outdoor colonnade. Architect: Ward Jewell Architect, AIA Interior Designer: John Cottrell Landscape Designer: Doug Levy Construction: David Moline Builders

Greg Premru

Planting area between the driveway and porte cochere at this foothills home.

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The arched openings help define spaces without closing off the floor plan in this Renaissance Builders home. Dark beams and dark walnut floors balance out the airy grey walls and cabinetry

Photographer: Kevin Colquhoun

Designed by Stephanie Ericson, Inchoate Architecture Photos by Anthony De Santis

A view of the Main Entry, Domed Balcony Roof is a variation of the back Balcony Dome. This Arch was also constructed from full size cut templates to achieve the multi-curve effect. The Main Entry Door is built from solid Mahogany, and is triple sealed for maximum protection from the harsh coastal weather.

Greg Premru