Doug's Ideas
we've talked of a what if where we had the two levels, the basement at grade or 4 foot below grade w 4 foot of basement above grade and then the main floor 4 foot above grade going up to 18 foot max so in places a vaulted ceiling of 12-14 feet. This example is too many steps up but maybe something of this concept. Not sure it's perfectly what my mind is after but worth including.
see othe photo too - brighter, cheerier - i get it that we want woodsy and easier to keep clean and not get dirty requiring annual power washing - i like woodsy look too
nice windows - similar to what we have been talking about for sunroom feature
another very cool fireplace, like the upper windows
cool concept for fireplace on outdoor area
half story second floor, colors, cheerful
like raised sloped ceiling that would go with mid century modern exterior, the wood gray and white. the dog in the house is a hoot but not necessary ;-) bar seating is a good point that we are two people and do you really need four across - if you are sitting down for a quick bite, it is by yourself (one seat) or w one other, generally. if you have three or more, go sit a the table
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