The Kiguchi family moved into their Austin, Texas home in 1994. Built in the 1980’s as part of a neighborhood development, they happily raised their family here but longed for something more contemporary. Once they became empty nesters, they decided it was time for a major remodel. After spending many years visiting Austin AIA Home Tours that highlight contemporary residential architecture, they had a lot of ideas and in 2013 were ready to interview architects and get their renovation underway. The project turned into a major remodel due to an unstable foundation. Architects Ben Arbib and Ed Hughey, of Arbib Hughey Design were hired to solve the structural issue and look for inspiration in the bones of the house, which sat on top of a hillside and was surrounded by great views. Unfortunately, with the old floor plan, the beautiful views were hidden by small windows that were poorly placed. In order to bring more natural light into the house the window sizes and configurations had to be addressed, all while keeping in mind the homeowners desire for a modern look and feel. To achieve a more contemporary and sophisticated front of house, a new entry was designed that included removing a two-story bay window and porch. The entrance of the home also became more integrated with the landscape creating a template for new foliage to be planted. Older exterior materials were updated to incorporate a more muted palette of colors with a metal roof, dark grey siding in the back and white stucco in the front. Deep eaves were added over many of the new large windows for clean lines and sun protection. “Inside it was about opening up the floor plan, expanding the views throughout the house, and updating the material palette to get a modern look that was also warm and inviting,” said Ben from Arbib Hughey Design. “Prior to the remodel, the house had the typical separation of rooms. We removed the walls between them and changed all of the windows to Milgard Thermally Improved Aluminum to connect the inside with the outside. No matter where you are you get nice views and natural light.” The architects wanted to create some drama, which they accomplished with the window placement and opening up the interior floor plan to an open concept approach. Cabinetry was used to help delineate intimate spaces. To add warmth to an all-white living room, white-washed oak wood floors were installed and pine planks were used around the fireplace. The large windows served as artwork bringing the color of nature into the space. An octagon shaped, elevated dining room, (named “the turret”), had a big impact on the design of the house. They architects rounded the corners and added larger window openings overlooking a new sunken garden. The great room was also softened by rounding out the corners and that circular theme continued throughout the house, being picked up in skylight wells and kitchen cabinetry. A staircase leading to a catwalk was added and the result was a two-story window wall that flooded the home with natural light. When asked why Milgard® Thermally Improved Aluminum windows were selected, the architectural team listed many reasons: 1) Aesthetics: “We liked the slim profiles and narrow sightlines. The window frames never get in the way of the view and that was important to us. They also have a very contemporary look that went well with our design.” 2) Options: “We liked that we could get large sliding doors that matched the windows, giving us a very cohesive look and feel throughout the project.” 3) Cost Effective: “Milgard windows are affordable. You get a good product at a good price.” 4) Custom Sizes: “Milgard windows are customizable, which allowed us to get the right window for each location.” Ready to take on your own traditional to modern home remodeling project? Arbib Hughey Design advises, “Work with a good architect. That means picking a team that is creative, communicative, listens well and is responsive. We think it’s important for an architect to listen to their clients and give them something they want, not something the architect thinks they should have. At the same time you want an architect who is willing and able to think outside the box and offer up design options that you may not have considered. Design is about a lot of back and forth, trying out ideas, getting feedback and trying again.” The home was completely transformed into a unique, contemporary house perfectly integrated with its site. Internally the home has a natural flow for the occupants and externally it is integrated with the surroundings taking advantage of great natural light. As a side note, it was highly praised as part of the Austin AIA homes tour.

spacious living room with large isokern fireplace and beautiful granite monolith,
ラスベガスにあるラグジュアリーな広いコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなLDK (トラバーチンの床、標準型暖炉、タイルの暖炉まわり、壁掛け型テレビ、白い壁、ベージュの床) の写真

デトロイ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リビング (白い壁、濃色無垢フローリング、標準型暖炉、漆喰の暖炉まわり、壁掛け型テレビ) の写真

ニューヨークにある高級な広いコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなLDK (ミュージックルーム、白い壁、濃色無垢フローリング、標準型暖炉、金属の暖炉まわり、埋込式メディアウォール) の写真

Living room
サンディエゴ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リビング (白い壁、トラバーチンの床、埋込式メディアウォール) の写真

Praised for its visually appealing, modern yet comfortable design, this Scottsdale residence took home the gold in the 2014 Design Awards from Professional Builder magazine. Built by Calvis Wyant Luxury Homes, the 5,877-square-foot residence features an open floor plan that includes Western Window Systems’ multi-slide pocket doors to allow for optimal inside-to-outside flow. Tropical influences such as covered patios, a pool, and reflecting ponds give the home a lush, resort-style feel.

Jonny Valiant
ニューヨークにあるラグジュアリーな広いコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなリビング (白い壁、窓際ベンチ) の写真

The family room, including the kitchen and breakfast area, features stunning indirect lighting, a fire feature, stacked stone wall, art shelves and a comfortable place to relax and watch TV. Photography: Mark Boisclair

Remodel/ Addition of Ranch style home with RD Architecture. All metalwork, cabinetry, concrete custom built by Built Inc.
ヒューストンにあるコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなリビング (コンクリートの暖炉まわり、白い壁、コンクリートの壁) 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リビング (白い壁、壁掛け型テレビ) の写真

ローマにある広いコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなリビング (白い壁、大理石の床、横長型暖炉、木材の暖炉まわり、埋込式メディアウォール、白い床) の写真

Arnona Oren
サンフランシスコ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LDK (白い壁、暖炉なし、テレビなし、茶色い床、無垢フローリング) の写真

Ольга Рыкли
モスクワにあるコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなLDK (白い壁、濃色無垢フローリング、壁掛け型テレビ、茶色い床) の写真

Will Calhoun
ニューヨーク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LDK (白い壁、濃色無垢フローリング、標準型暖炉、木材の暖炉まわり、壁掛け型テレビ) の写真

サンフランシスコにあるコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなリビング (白い壁) の写真

アデレード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LDK (白い壁、無垢フローリング、横長型暖炉、レンガの暖炉まわり、壁掛け型テレビ、茶色い床) の写真

Tony Hernandez Photography
フェニックス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リビング (白い壁、磁器タイルの床、横長型暖炉、石材の暖炉まわり、壁掛け型テレビ、グレーの床) の写真

A relaxing entertainment area becomes a pivot point around an existing two-sided fireplace leading to the stairs to the bedrooms above. A simple walnut mantle was designed to help this transition.

Builder: John Kraemer & Sons | Photographer: Landmark Photography
ミネアポリス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リビング (白い壁、無垢フローリング、標準型暖炉、石材の暖炉まわり、埋込式メディアウォール、グレーの床) の写真