Front view of renovated barn with new front entry, landscaping, and creamery.
ボストンにある中くらいなカントリー風のおしゃれな家の外観の写真

This renovated barn home was upgraded with a solar power system.
ポートランド(メイン)にあるトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれな家の外観の写真

バーリント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 (メタルサイディング、外階段) の写真

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.

デンバーにあるラスティック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

Spacecrafting / Architectural Photography
ミネアポリスにあるラグジュアリーな中くらいなトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれな家の外観の写真

サクラメントにあるラスティックスタイルのおしゃれな家の外観の写真

他の地域にある高級な中くらいなカントリー風のおしゃれな家の外観の写真

ワシントンD.C.にある中くらいなトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれな家の外観 (下見板張り) の写真

Exterior of cabin after a year of renovations. New deck, new paint and trim, and new double pained windows. photography by Debra Tarrant
サクラメントにある中くらいなラスティックスタイルのおしゃれな家の外観の写真

オースティンにある高級なカントリー風のおしゃれな家の外観 (混合材サイディング) の写真

Fourwalls Photography.com, Lynne Sargent, President & CEO of Lynne Sargent Design Solution, LLC
オースティンにある高級な地中海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

Recently, TaskRabbit challenged a group of 10 Taskers to build a Tiny House in the middle of Manhattan in just 72 hours – all for a good cause. Building a fully outfitted tiny house in 3 days was a tall order – a build like this often takes months – but we set out to prove the power of collaboration, showing the kind of progress that can be made when people come together, bringing their best insights, skills and creativity to achieve something that seems impossible. It was quite a week. New York was wonderful (and quite lovely, despite a bit of rain), our Taskers were incredible, and TaskRabbit’s Tiny House came together in record time, due to the planning, dedication and hard work of all involved. A Symbol for Change The TaskRabbit Tiny House was auctioned off with 100% of the proceeds going to our partner, Community Solutions, a national nonprofit helping communities take on complex social challenges – issues like homelessness, unemployment and health inequity – through collaboration and creative problem solving. This Tiny House was envisioned as a small symbol of the change that is possible when people have the right tools and opportunities to work together. Through our three-day build, our Taskers proved that amazing things can happen when we put our hearts into creating substantive change in our communities. The Winning Bid We’re proud to report that we were able to raise $26,600 to support Community Solutions’ work. Sarah, a lovely woman from New Hampshire, placed the winning bid – and it’s nice to know our tiny home is in good hands. #ATinyTask: Behind the Scenes The Plans A lot of time and effort went into making sure this Tiny Home was as efficient, cozy and welcoming as possible. Our master planners, designer Lesley Morphy and TaskRabbit Creative Director Scott Smith, maximized every square inch in the little house with comfort and style in mind, utilizing a lofted bed, lofted storage, a floor-to-ceiling tiled shower, a compost toilet, and custom details throughout. There’s a surprising amount of built-in storage in the kitchen, while a conscious decision was made to keep the living space open so you could actually exist comfortably without feeling cramped. The Build Our Taskers worked long, hard shifts while our team made sure they were well fed, hydrated and in good spirits. The team brought amazing energy and we couldn’t be prouder of the way they worked together. Stay tuned, as we’ll be highlighting more of our Tiny House Taskers’ stories in coming days – they were so great that we want to make sure all of you get to know them better. The Final Product Behold, the completed Tiny House! For more photos, be sure to check out our Facebook page. This was an incredibly inspiring project, and we really enjoyed watching the Tiny House come to life right in the middle of Manhattan. It was amazing to see what our Taskers are capable of, and we’re so glad we were able to support Community Solutions and help fight homelessness, unemployment and health inequity with #ATinyTask.

ダラスにあるモダン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

ブリスベンにある高級なミッドセンチュリースタイルのおしゃれな家の外観の写真

Comprised of a set of strong inter-connecting volumes, this contemporary home exudes quality, class and effortless cool. Natural concrete provides a grounding force both inside and out, with timber elements adding warmth and charm to the minimalist interior.

アトランタにあるトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれな家の外観の写真

The Home Aesthetic
インディアナポリスにあるラグジュアリーな巨大なカントリー風のおしゃれな家の外観 (レンガサイディング) の写真

Surrounded by permanently protected open space in the historic winemaking area of the South Livermore Valley, this house presents a weathered wood barn to the road, and has metal-clad sheds behind. The design process was driven by the metaphor of an old farmhouse that had been incrementally added to over the years. The spaces open to expansive views of vineyards and unspoiled hills. Erick Mikiten, AIA