Hood House is a playful protector that respects the heritage character of Carlton North whilst celebrating purposeful change. It is a luxurious yet compact and hyper-functional home defined by an exploration of contrast: it is ornamental and restrained, subdued and lively, stately and casual, compartmental and open. For us, it is also a project with an unusual history. This dual-natured renovation evolved through the ownership of two separate clients. Originally intended to accommodate the needs of a young family of four, we shifted gears at the eleventh hour and adapted a thoroughly resolved design solution to the needs of only two. From a young, nuclear family to a blended adult one, our design solution was put to a test of flexibility. The result is a subtle renovation almost invisible from the street yet dramatic in its expressive qualities. An oblique view from the northwest reveals the playful zigzag of the new roof, the rippling metal hood. This is a form-making exercise that connects old to new as well as establishing spatial drama in what might otherwise have been utilitarian rooms upstairs. A simple palette of Australian hardwood timbers and white surfaces are complimented by tactile splashes of brass and rich moments of colour that reveal themselves from behind closed doors. Our internal joke is that Hood House is like Lazarus, risen from the ashes. We’re grateful that almost six years of hard work have culminated in this beautiful, protective and playful house, and so pleased that Glenda and Alistair get to call it home.

Approach from the entry drive. Photo: Alan Karchmer
ロサンゼルスにある高級な中くらいなコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれな家の外観 (石材サイディング) の写真

他の地域にある巨大なコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれな家の外観 (石材サイディング、縦張り) の写真

We designed the outdoors spaces to serve double duty...a band in the carport, s'mores on the patio and a glass of wine on the porch. Photos by Casey Woods

デンバーにある高級なコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれな家の外観 (石材サイディング) の写真

The property was originally a bungalow that had had a loft conversion with 2 bedrooms squeezed in and poor access. The ground floor layout was dated and not functional for how the client wanted to live. In order to convert the bungalow into a true 2 storey house, we raised the roof and created a new stair and landing / hallway. This allowed the property to have 3 large bedrooms and 2 bathrooms plus an open study area on the first floor. To the ground floor we created a open plan kitchen-dining-living room, a separate snug, utility, WC and further bedroom with en-suite.

ミネアポリスにあるコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれな家の外観 (石材サイディング) の写真

The Pool House was pushed against the pool, preserving the lot and creating a dynamic relationship between the 2 elements. A glass garage door was used to open the interior onto the pool.

White brick contemporary home in Nashville with low voltage LED exterior lighting. Lighting designed and installed by Light Up Nashville.
ナッシュビルにあるコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれな家の外観 (塗装レンガ) の写真

トロントにある高級なコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれな家の外観 (石材サイディング) の写真

Contemporary home in Carmel Indiana. The lighting design was created and applied to accentuate the homes exterior features and draw the eye and guests to the exposed timber entryway of the home.

Techo-Bloc's Alur Masonry Stone.
フィラデルフィアにある高級なコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれな家の外観 (石材サイディング) の写真

This beautiful house right on the banks of Gore Creek in Vail is a fine example of MOUNTAIN MODERN, or as we like to say MOUNTAIN SOPHISTICATED.. Jay Rush Photography

Ryan Lee
ダラスにあるお手頃価格の中くらいなコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれな家の外観 (石材サイディング) の写真

他の地域にあるラグジュアリーなコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれな家の外観 (石材サイディング、マルチカラーの外壁) の写真

他の地域にある高級なコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれな家の外観 (石材サイディング) の写真

FEATURES: • Indoor air quality: HEPA filters & sealing air ducts • Energy-efficient lighting (using occupancy sensors) • Nontoxic pest control • Environmentally preferable products • Site orientation • Thermal mass walls and floors • Saline pool and spa • Kiva fireplaces • Sustainable landscaping

ウーロンゴンにあるコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれな家の外観 (石材サイディング) の写真

White brick contemporary home in Nashville with low voltage LED exterior lighting. Lighting designed and installed by Light Up Nashville.
ナッシュビルにあるコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれな家の外観 (塗装レンガ) の写真