ZeroEnergy Design (ZED) created this modern home for a progressive family in the desirable community of Lexington. Thoughtful Land Connection. The residence is carefully sited on the infill lot so as to create privacy from the road and neighbors, while cultivating a side yard that captures the southern sun. The terraced grade rises to meet the house, allowing for it to maintain a structured connection with the ground while also sitting above the high water table. The elevated outdoor living space maintains a strong connection with the indoor living space, while the stepped edge ties it back to the true ground plane. Siting and outdoor connections were completed by ZED in collaboration with landscape designer Soren Deniord Design Studio. Exterior Finishes and Solar. The exterior finish materials include a palette of shiplapped wood siding, through-colored fiber cement panels and stucco. A rooftop parapet hides the solar panels above, while a gutter and site drainage system directs rainwater into an irrigation cistern and dry wells that recharge the groundwater. Cooking, Dining, Living. Inside, the kitchen, fabricated by Henrybuilt, is located between the indoor and outdoor dining areas. The expansive south-facing sliding door opens to seamlessly connect the spaces, using a retractable awning to provide shade during the summer while still admitting the warming winter sun. The indoor living space continues from the dining areas across to the sunken living area, with a view that returns again to the outside through the corner wall of glass. Accessible Guest Suite. The design of the first level guest suite provides for both aging in place and guests who regularly visit for extended stays. The patio off the north side of the house affords guests their own private outdoor space, and privacy from the neighbor. Similarly, the second level master suite opens to an outdoor private roof deck. Light and Access. The wide open interior stair with a glass panel rail leads from the top level down to the well insulated basement. The design of the basement, used as an away/play space, addresses the need for both natural light and easy access. In addition to the open stairwell, light is admitted to the north side of the area with a high performance, Passive House (PHI) certified skylight, covering a six by sixteen foot area. On the south side, a unique roof hatch set flush with the deck opens to reveal a glass door at the base of the stairwell which provides additional light and access from the deck above down to the play space. Energy. Energy consumption is reduced by the high performance building envelope, high efficiency mechanical systems, and then offset with renewable energy. All windows and doors are made of high performance triple paned glass with thermally broken aluminum frames. The exterior wall assembly employs dense pack cellulose in the stud cavity, a continuous air barrier, and four inches exterior rigid foam insulation. The 10kW rooftop solar electric system provides clean energy production. The final air leakage testing yielded 0.6 ACH 50 - an extremely air tight house, a testament to the well-designed details, progress testing and quality construction. When compared to a new house built to code requirements, this home consumes only 19% of the energy. Architecture & Energy Consulting: ZeroEnergy Design Landscape Design: Soren Deniord Design Paintings: Bernd Haussmann Studio Photos: Eric Roth Photography

Kelley Raffaele
ポートランド(メイン)にある高級な中くらいなトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれなマッドルーム (ベージュの壁、スレートの床、木目調のドア) の写真

We redesigned the front hall to give the space a big "Wow" when you walked in. This paper was the jumping off point for the whole palette of the kitchen, powder room and adjoining living room. It sets the tone that this house is fun, stylish and full of custom touches that reflect the homeowners love of colour and fashion. We added the wainscotting which continues into the kitchen/powder room to give the space more architectural interest and to soften the bold wall paper. We kept the antique table, which is a heirloom, but modernized it with contemporary lighting.

entry mudroom with coat closet, tiled floor and wood door with side window
ボストンにある高級な中くらいなカントリー風のおしゃれなマッドルーム (白い壁、スレートの床、淡色木目調のドア、黒い床) の写真

Design Build by Sullivan Building & Design Group. Custom Cabinetry by Cider Press Woodworks. Photographer: Todd Mason / Halkin Mason Photography
フィラデルフィアにある高級な中くらいなカントリー風のおしゃれなマッドルーム (グレーの壁、スレートの床、ガラスドア) の写真

This spacious Mud Room entry has easy access to the outdoors and directly into the Kitchen. There is plenty of space for storage of all the family's gear!

アトランタにある高級な中くらいなトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれなマッドルーム (ベージュの壁、スレートの床) の写真

Larry Arnal
トロン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玄関ドア (ベージュの壁、スレートの床、黒いドア) の写真

This narrow space transitions from the back door to the Kitchen. The individual cubbies with both open and closed storage keep things in order. The magnetic whiteboard) shown with a custom blue frame, keeps artwork and notices at eye level for Mom. Designer: Jennifer Howard Photographer, Mick Hales

Venecia Bautista
トロントにある高級な中くらいなトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれな玄関ロビー (スレートの床) の写真

GLASS: Clear Beveled Low E TIMBER: Mahogany DOUBLE DOOR: 5'0", 5'4". 6'0" x 6'8" x 1 3/4" LEAD TIME: 2-3 weeks
タンパにある高級な中くらいなトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれな玄関 (茶色い壁、スレートの床) の写真

Two story entry foyer with beautiful custom double doors.
セントルイスにある高級な広いトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれな玄関ロビー (ベージュの壁、スレートの床、木目調のドア、マルチカラーの床、三角天井、板張り壁) の写真

シアトルにある高級な中くらいなトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれな玄関ドア (緑の壁、スレートの床、紫のドア) の写真

Kevin Spector of SMP design + construction designed this Prairie Style Lake Home in rural Michigan sited on a ridge overlooking a lake. Materials include Stone, Slate, Cedar & Anderson Frank Lloyd Wright Series Art Glass Windows. The centerpiece of the home is a custom wood staircase, that promotes airflow & light transmission.

ポートランド(メイン)にある高級な広いトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれな玄関ドア (ベージュの壁、木目調のドア、スレートの床、茶色い床) の写真

Photos by Kelly Raffaele
ポートランド(メイン)にある高級な中くらいなビーチスタイルのおしゃれなマッドルーム (スレートの床、白い壁、グレーの床) の写真

ブリッジポートにある高級な中くらいなトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれなマッドルーム (グレーの壁、スレートの床、黒いドア) の写真

View from the upper floor looking down to the double height entry. The large reclaimed school house light fixtures create a statement in the entry. Custom designed cabinetry is installed in the hall and landing of the stair. Architecture and Design by Heidi Helgeson, H2D Architecture + Design Construction by Thomas Jacobson Construction Photo by Sean Balko, Filmworks Studio

This quiet cottage-like entry has a nook for flowers or artwork creating a feeling of welcome before one even enters the house. below the nook is a "geta-bako" or shoe storage area. In Hawaii, it is local style to remove your shoes before entering the house. Photo credit: Hal Lum