This gem of a house was built in the 1950s, when its neighborhood undoubtedly felt remote. The university footprint has expanded in the 70 years since, however, and today this home sits on prime real estate—easy biking and reasonable walking distance to campus. When it went up for sale in 2017, it was largely unaltered. Our clients purchased it to renovate and resell, and while we all knew we'd need to add square footage to make it profitable, we also wanted to respect the neighborhood and the house’s own history. Swedes have a word that means “just the right amount”: lagom. It is a guiding philosophy for us at SYH, and especially applied in this renovation. Part of the soul of this house was about living in just the right amount of space. Super sizing wasn’t a thing in 1950s America. So, the solution emerged: keep the original rectangle, but add an L off the back. With no owner to design with and for, SYH created a layout to appeal to the masses. All public spaces are the back of the home--the new addition that extends into the property’s expansive backyard. A den and four smallish bedrooms are atypically located in the front of the house, in the original 1500 square feet. Lagom is behind that choice: conserve space in the rooms where you spend most of your time with your eyes shut. Put money and square footage toward the spaces in which you mostly have your eyes open. In the studio, we started calling this project the Mullet Ranch—business up front, party in the back. The front has a sleek but quiet effect, mimicking its original low-profile architecture street-side. It’s very Hoosier of us to keep appearances modest, we think. But get around to the back, and surprise! lofted ceilings and walls of windows. Gorgeous.

シアトル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 (混合材サイディング) の写真

The Peak is a simple but not conventional cabin retreat design It is the first model in a series of designs tailored for landowners, developers and anyone seeking a daring but simple approach for a cabin. Up to 96 sqm Net (usable) area and 150 sqm gross floor area, ideal for short rental experiences. Using a light gauge steel structural framing or a timber solution as well. Featuring a kitchenette, dining, living, bedroom, two bathrooms and an inspiring attic at the top.

Design + Built + Curated by Steven Allen Designs 2021 - Custom Nouveau Bungalow Featuring Unique Stylistic Exterior Facade + Concrete Floors + Concrete Countertops + Concrete Plaster Walls + Custom White Oak & Lacquer Cabinets + Fine Interior Finishes + Multi-sliding Doors

Foto: Piet Niemann
ハンブルク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 (コンクリート繊維板サイディング) の写真

Meechan Architectural Photography
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 (混合材サイディング) の写真

オマハにある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の写真

Photo: David Papazian
ポートランド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 (混合材サイディング) の写真

トロントにあるラグジュアリー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 (混合材サイディング) の写真

他の地域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 (漆喰サイディング) の写真

ロサンゼル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 (縦張り) の写真

ブリッジポート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 (縦張り) の写真

シンシナティ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 (混合材サイディング、下見板張り) の写真

Photography by Andrea Rugg
ミネアポリスにあるお手頃価格のコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれな家の外観 (混合材サイディング) の写真

Exterior front - garage side
他の地域にあるラグジュアリーな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 (コンクリート繊維板サイディング、下見板張り) の写真

Exterior of 400 SF ADU. This project boasts a large vaulted living area in a one bed / one bath design. ADUs can be rented out for additional income, which can help homeowners offset the cost of their mortgage or other expenses. ADUs can provide extra living space for family members, guests, or renters. ADUs can increase the value of a home, making it a wise investment. Spacehouse ADUs are designed to make the most of every square foot, so you can enjoy all the comforts of home in a smaller space.

Meechan Architectural Photography
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 (混合材サイディング) の写真

メルボル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の写真

Spacecrafting
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 (混合材サイディング) の写真