The Mazama house is located in the Methow Valley of Washington State, a secluded mountain valley on the eastern edge of the North Cascades, about 200 miles northeast of Seattle. The house has been carefully placed in a copse of trees at the easterly end of a large meadow. Two major building volumes indicate the house organization. A grounded 2-story bedroom wing anchors a raised living pavilion that is lifted off the ground by a series of exposed steel columns. Seen from the access road, the large meadow in front of the house continues right under the main living space, making the living pavilion into a kind of bridge structure spanning over the meadow grass, with the house touching the ground lightly on six steel columns. The raised floor level provides enhanced views as well as keeping the main living level well above the 3-4 feet of winter snow accumulation that is typical for the upper Methow Valley. To further emphasize the idea of lightness, the exposed wood structure of the living pavilion roof changes pitch along its length, so the roof warps upward at each end. The interior exposed wood beams appear like an unfolding fan as the roof pitch changes. The main interior bearing columns are steel with a tapered “V”-shape, recalling the lightness of a dancer. The house reflects the continuing FINNE investigation into the idea of crafted modernism, with cast bronze inserts at the front door, variegated laser-cut steel railing panels, a curvilinear cast-glass kitchen counter, waterjet-cut aluminum light fixtures, and many custom furniture pieces. The house interior has been designed to be completely integral with the exterior. The living pavilion contains more than twelve pieces of custom furniture and lighting, creating a totality of the designed environment that recalls the idea of Gesamtkunstverk, as seen in the work of Josef Hoffman and the Viennese Secessionist movement in the early 20th century. The house has been designed from the start as a sustainable structure, with 40% higher insulation values than required by code, radiant concrete slab heating, efficient natural ventilation, large amounts of natural lighting, water-conserving plumbing fixtures, and locally sourced materials. Windows have high-performance LowE insulated glazing and are equipped with concealed shades. A radiant hydronic heat system with exposed concrete floors allows lower operating temperatures and higher occupant comfort levels. The concrete slabs conserve heat and provide great warmth and comfort for the feet. Deep roof overhangs, built-in shades and high operating clerestory windows are used to reduce heat gain in summer months. During the winter, the lower sun angle is able to penetrate into living spaces and passively warm the exposed concrete floor. Low VOC paints and stains have been used throughout the house. The high level of craft evident in the house reflects another key principle of sustainable design: build it well and make it last for many years! Photo by Benjamin Benschneider

メルボルンにあるモダンスタイルのおしゃれなダイニング (コンクリートの床、グレーの床) の写真

サンフランシスコにあるインダストリアルスタイルのおしゃれなLDK (白い壁、コンクリートの床) の写真

C'est dans une sublime maison de maître de Montchat, dans le 3ème arrondissement de Lyon que s'installe ce projet. Deux espaces distincts ont laissé place à un volume traversant, exploitant la grande hauteur sous plafond et permettant de profiter de la lumière naturelle tout au long de la journée. Afin d'accentuer cet effet traversant, la cuisine sur-mesure a été imaginée tout en longueur avec deux vastes linéaires qui la rende très fonctionnelle pour une famille de 5 personnes. Le regard circule désormais de la cour au jardin et la teinte des éléments de cuisine ainsi que le papier-peint font entrer la nature à l'intérieur.

Kitchen back wall commands attention on view from Dining space - Architect: HAUS | Architecture For Modern Lifestyles - Builder: WERK | Building Modern - Photo: HAUS

View of kitchen from the dining room. Wall was removed between the two spaces to create better flow. Craftsman style custom cabinetry in both the dining and kitchen areas, including a built-in banquette with storage underneath.

シドニー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ダイニングキッチン (コンクリートの床、グレーの床、表し梁) の写真

The existing kitchen was in a word, "stuck" between the family room, mudroom and the rest of the house. The client has renovated most of the home but did not know what to do with the kitchen. The space was visually cut off from the family room, had underwhelming storage capabilities, and could not accommodate family gatherings at the table. Access to the recently redesigned backyard was down a step and through the mud room. We began by relocating the access to the yard into the kitchen with a French door. The remaining space was converted into a walk-in pantry accessible from the kitchen. Next, we opened a window to the family room, so the children were visible from the kitchen side. The old peninsula plan was replaced with a beautiful blue painted island with seating for 4. The outdated appliances received a major upgrade with Sub Zero Wolf cooking and food preservation products. The visual beauty of the vaulted ceiling is enhanced by long pendants and oversized crown molding. A hard-working wood tile floor grounds the blue and white colorway. The colors are repeated in a lovely blue and white screened marble tile. White porcelain subway tiles frame the feature. The biggest and possibly the most appreciated change to the space was when we opened the wall from the kitchen into the dining room to connect the disjointed spaces. Now the family has experienced a new appreciation for their home. Rooms which were previously storage areas and now integrated into the family lifestyle. The open space is so conducive to entertaining visitors frequently just "drop in”. In the dining area, we designed custom cabinets complete with a window seat, the perfect spot for additional diners or a perch for the family cat. The tall cabinets store all the china and crystal once stored in a back closet. Now it is always ready to be used. The last repurposed space is now home to a refreshment center. Cocktails and coffee are easily stored and served convenient to the kitchen but out of the main cooking area. How do they feel about their new space? It has changed the way they live and use their home. The remodel has created a new environment to live, work and play at home. They could not be happier.

ニューヨーク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、コンクリートの床、標準型暖炉、グレーの床、三角天井) の写真

Custom Quonset Hut becomes a single family home, bridging the divide between industrial and residential zoning in a historic neighborhood. Inside, the utilitarian structure gives way to a chic contemporary interior.

Completely remodeled farmhouse to update finishes & floor plan. Space plan, lighting schematics, finishes, furniture selection, and styling were done by K Design Photography: Isaac Bailey Photography

Large Built in sideboard with glass upper cabinets to display crystal and china in the dining room. Cabinets are painted shaker doors with glass inset panels. the project was designed by David Bauer and built by Cornerstone Builders of SW FL. in Naples the client loved her round mirror and wanted to incorporate it into the project so we used it as part of the backsplash display. The built in actually made the dining room feel larger.

Design: Cattaneo Studios // Photos: Jacqueline Marque
ニューオリンズにあるお手頃価格の巨大なインダストリアルスタイルのおしゃれなLDK (コンクリートの床、グレーの床、白い壁) の写真

The heart of the house is a double-height great room encompassing family living, dining and kitchen. Featuring floor-to-ceiling glass pivot doors and expansive glazing, the dining room at this modern home is airy and light. © Matthew Millman

オレンジカウンティ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LDK (グレーの壁、グレーの床、コンクリートの床、横長型暖炉) の写真

ロンドン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ダイニング (コンクリートの床、グレーの床) の写真

オースティンにある広いインダストリアルスタイルのおしゃれなLDK (白い壁、コンクリートの床、暖炉なし、ベージュの床) の写真

©Brett Bulthuis 2018
シカゴにあるラグジュアリーな広いミッドセンチュリースタイルのおしゃれなダイニングキッチン (コンクリートの床) の写真

オースティンにあるラグジュアリーな小さなインダストリアルスタイルのおしゃれなLDK (ベージュの壁、コンクリートの床、暖炉なし、グレーの床) の写真