This renovated brick rowhome in Boston’s South End offers a modern aesthetic within a historic structure, creative use of space, exceptional thermal comfort, a reduced carbon footprint, and a passive stream of income. DESIGN PRIORITIES. The goals for the project were clear - design the primary unit to accommodate the family’s modern lifestyle, rework the layout to create a desirable rental unit, improve thermal comfort and introduce a modern aesthetic. We designed the street-level entry as a shared entrance for both the primary and rental unit. The family uses it as their everyday entrance - we planned for bike storage and an open mudroom with bench and shoe storage to facilitate the change from shoes to slippers or bare feet as they enter their home. On the main level, we expanded the kitchen into the dining room to create an eat-in space with generous counter space and storage, as well as a comfortable connection to the living space. The second floor serves as master suite for the couple - a bedroom with a walk-in-closet and ensuite bathroom, and an adjacent study, with refinished original pumpkin pine floors. The upper floor, aside from a guest bedroom, is the child's domain with interconnected spaces for sleeping, work and play. In the play space, which can be separated from the work space with new translucent sliding doors, we incorporated recreational features inspired by adventurous and competitive television shows, at their son’s request. MODERN MEETS TRADITIONAL. We left the historic front facade of the building largely unchanged - the security bars were removed from the windows and the single pane windows were replaced with higher performing historic replicas. We designed the interior and rear facade with a vision of warm modernism, weaving in the notable period features. Each element was either restored or reinterpreted to blend with the modern aesthetic. The detailed ceiling in the living space, for example, has a new matte monochromatic finish, and the wood stairs are covered in a dark grey floor paint, whereas the mahogany doors were simply refinished. New wide plank wood flooring with a neutral finish, floor-to-ceiling casework, and bold splashes of color in wall paint and tile, and oversized high-performance windows (on the rear facade) round out the modern aesthetic. RENTAL INCOME. The existing rowhome was zoned for a 2-family dwelling but included an undesirable, single-floor studio apartment at the garden level with low ceiling heights and questionable emergency egress. In order to increase the quality and quantity of space in the rental unit, we reimagined it as a two-floor, 1 or 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment with a modern aesthetic, increased ceiling height on the lowest level and provided an in-unit washer/dryer. The apartment was listed with Jackie O'Connor Real Estate and rented immediately, providing the owners with a source of passive income. ENCLOSURE WITH BENEFITS. The homeowners sought a minimal carbon footprint, enabled by their urban location and lifestyle decisions, paired with the benefits of a high-performance home. The extent of the renovation allowed us to implement a deep energy retrofit (DER) to address air tightness, insulation, and high-performance windows. The historic front facade is insulated from the interior, while the rear facade is insulated on the exterior. Together with these building enclosure improvements, we designed an HVAC system comprised of continuous fresh air ventilation, and an efficient, all-electric heating and cooling system to decouple the house from natural gas. This strategy provides optimal thermal comfort and indoor air quality, improved acoustic isolation from street noise and neighbors, as well as a further reduced carbon footprint. We also took measures to prepare the roof for future solar panels, for when the South End neighborhood’s aging electrical infrastructure is upgraded to allow them. URBAN LIVING. The desirable neighborhood location allows the both the homeowners and tenant to walk, bike, and use public transportation to access the city, while each charging their respective plug-in electric cars behind the building to travel greater distances. OVERALL. The understated rowhouse is now ready for another century of urban living, offering the owners comfort and convenience as they live life as an expression of their values. Photography: Eric Roth Photo

メルボルンにある高級な中くらいなモダンスタイルのおしゃれなキッチン (アンダーカウンターシンク、フラットパネル扉のキャビネット、グレーのキッチンパネル、ガラス板のキッチンパネル、黒い調理設備、無垢フローリング、白いキッチンカウンター) の写真

This coastal, contemporary Tiny Home features a warm yet industrial style kitchen with stainless steel counters and husky tool drawers with black cabinets. the silver metal counters are complimented by grey subway tiling as a backsplash against the warmth of the locally sourced curly mango wood windowsill ledge. I mango wood windowsill also acts as a pass-through window to an outdoor bar and seating area on the deck. Entertaining guests right from the kitchen essentially makes this a wet-bar. LED track lighting adds the right amount of accent lighting and brightness to the area. The window is actually a french door that is mirrored on the opposite side of the kitchen. This kitchen has 7-foot long stainless steel counters on either end. There are stainless steel outlet covers to match the industrial look. There are stained exposed beams adding a cozy and stylish feeling to the room. To the back end of the kitchen is a frosted glass pocket door leading to the bathroom. All shelving is made of Hawaiian locally sourced curly mango wood. A stainless steel fridge matches the rest of the style and is built-in to the staircase of this tiny home. Dish drying racks are hung on the wall to conserve space and reduce clutter.

Renovation and reconfiguration of a 4500 sf loft in Tribeca. The main goal of the project was to better adapt the apartment to the needs of a growing family, including adding a bedroom to the children's wing and reconfiguring the kitchen to function as the center of family life. One of the main challenges was to keep the project on a very tight budget without compromising the high-end quality of the apartment. Project team: Richard Goodstein, Emil Harasim, Angie Hunsaker, Michael Hanson Contractor: Moulin & Associates, New York Photos: Tom Sibley

ロサンゼルスにある中くらいなモダンスタイルのおしゃれなキッチン (フラットパネル扉のキャビネット、中間色木目調キャビネット、グレーのキッチンパネル、セラミックタイルのキッチンパネル、シルバーの調理設備、淡色無垢フローリング、ベージュの床、グレーのキッチンカウンター) の写真

Anita Fraser
ロンドン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キッチン (アンダーカウンターシンク、フラットパネル扉のキャビネット、青いキャビネット、珪岩カウンター、白いキッチンパネル、ガラス板のキッチンパネル、黒い調理設備、無垢フローリング) の写真

The rich lustrous brown tones of Ambience were the perfect choice to blend with clean, white Fusion Pro and Corian work surfaces in Glacier White, which offer a sleek, striking contrast to the traditional warmth of the timber.

This remodel of a mid century gem is located in the town of Lincoln, MA a hot bed of modernist homes inspired by Gropius’ own house built nearby in the 1940’s. By the time the house was built, modernism had evolved from the Gropius era, to incorporate the rural vibe of Lincoln with spectacular exposed wooden beams and deep overhangs. The design rejects the traditional New England house with its enclosing wall and inward posture. The low pitched roofs, open floor plan, and large windows openings connect the house to nature to make the most of its rural setting. Photo by: Nat Rae Photography

Designed for a 1930s Portland, OR home, this kitchen remodel aims for a clean, timeless sensibility without sacrificing the space to generic modernism. Cherry cabinets, Ice Stone countertops and Heath tile add texture and variation in an otherwise sleek, pared down design. A custom built-in bench works well for eat-in breakfasts. Period reproduction lighting, Deco pulls, and a custom formica table root the kitchen to the origins of the home. All photos by Matt Niebuhr. www.mattniebuhr.com

LG House (Edmonton Design :: thirdstone inc. [^] Photography :: Merle Prosofsky
エドモントンにあるコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなキッチン (アンダーカウンターシンク、フラットパネル扉のキャビネット、白いキャビネット、黒いキッチンパネル、ガラス板のキッチンパネル、白い調理設備、グレーの床、白いキッチンカウンター) の写真

White Kitchen in East Cobb Modern Home. Brass hardware. Interior design credit: Design & Curations Photo by Elizabeth Lauren Granger Photography
アトランタにある高級な中くらいなトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれなキッチン (エプロンフロントシンク、フラットパネル扉のキャビネット、白いキャビネット、クオーツストーンカウンター、マルチカラーのキッチンパネル、セラミックタイルのキッチンパネル、白い調理設備、大理石の床、白い床、白いキッチンカウンター) の写真

Kitchen stovetop.
オースティンにあるトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれなキッチン (フラットパネル扉のキャビネット、中間色木目調キャビネット、白いキッチンパネル、セラミックタイルのキッチンパネル、シルバーの調理設備、白いキッチンカウンター) の写真

高級な中くらいなトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれなキッチン (アンダーカウンターシンク、フラットパネル扉のキャビネット、ベージュのキャビネット、クオーツストーンカウンター、ベージュキッチンパネル、セラミックタイルのキッチンパネル、シルバーの調理設備、濃色無垢フローリング、茶色い床、白いキッチンカウンター) の写真

warm white oak and blackened oak custom crafted kitchen with zellige tile and quartz countertops.
ニューヨークにある高級な広いミッドセンチュリースタイルのおしゃれなキッチン (アンダーカウンターシンク、フラットパネル扉のキャビネット、中間色木目調キャビネット、クオーツストーンカウンター、ベージュキッチンパネル、セラミックタイルのキッチンパネル、黒い調理設備、コンクリートの床、グレーの床、グレーのキッチンカウンター) の写真

Full kitchen remodel in Bellevue, Washington.
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キッチン (アンダーカウンターシンク、フラットパネル扉のキャビネット、淡色木目調キャビネット、クオーツストーンカウンター、白いキッチンパネル、セラミックタイルのキッチンパネル、シルバーの調理設備、無垢フローリング、白いキッチンカウンター) の写真

Kitchen with walnut cabinets and screen constructed by Woodunique.
リトルロックにある広いミッドセンチュリースタイルのおしゃれなキッチン (アンダーカウンターシンク、濃色木目調キャビネット、クオーツストーンカウンター、青いキッチンパネル、セラミックタイルのキッチンパネル、シルバーの調理設備、濃色無垢フローリング、アイランドなし、白いキッチンカウンター、表し梁、三角天井、フラットパネル扉のキャビネット、茶色い床) の写真

シドニーにあるビーチスタイルのおしゃれなキッチン (白いキッチンパネル、セラミックタイルのキッチンパネル、アンダーカウンターシンク、フラットパネル扉のキャビネット、白いキャビネット、パネルと同色の調理設備、無垢フローリング、茶色い床、白いキッチンカウンター、表し梁、三角天井) の写真

The kitchen in this Mid Century Modern home is a true showstopper. The designer expanded the original kitchen footprint and doubled the kitchen in size. The walnut dividing wall and walnut cabinets are hallmarks of the original mid century design, while a mix of deep blue cabinets provide a more modern punch. The triangle shape is repeated throughout the kitchen in the backs of the counter stools, the ends of the waterfall island, the light fixtures, the clerestory windows, and the walnut dividing wall.

Modern black and white kitchen, marble waterfall counter top, Kate Spade pendants, Arte wallcovering, Jonathan Adler Chandelier and Sam the dog
デンバ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キッチン (アンダーカウンターシンク、フラットパネル扉のキャビネット、黒いキャビネット、大理石カウンター、黒いキッチンパネル、セラミックタイルのキッチンパネル、シルバーの調理設備、淡色無垢フローリング、ベージュの床、白いキッチンカウンター) の写真