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

Coastal contemporary finishes and furniture designed by Interior Designer and Realtor Jessica Koltun in Dallas, TX. #designingdreams
ダラスにあるラグジュアリーな中くらいなビーチスタイルのおしゃれなキッチン (シングルシンク、シェーカースタイ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、グレーのキッチンパネル、磁器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、茶色い床、白いキッチンカウンター) の写真

Organized drawers, like these. make cooking easier. These great cooks needed a space that allowed for entertaining and multiple work zones. Storage was optimized and is efficient with pull-outs and dividers. The kitchen has almost doubled in size and now includes two dishwashers for easy clean up. Lighting was appointed with sparkling pendants, task lighting under cabinets and even the island has a soft glow. A happy space with room to work and entertain. Photo: DeMane Design Winner: 1st Place ASID WA, Large Kitchen

カターニア／パルレモにあるコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなアイランドキッチン (ドロップインシンク、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、白いキッチンパネル、磁器タイルのキッチンパネル、無垢フローリング、白いキッチンカウンター) の写真

Stacy Zarin Goldberg
シカゴにある高級な中くらいなカントリー風のおしゃれなキッチン (シェーカースタイル扉のキャビネット、クオーツストーンカウンター、白いキッチンパネル、磁器タイルのキッチンパネル、シルバーの調理設備、磁器タイルの床、白いキッチンカウンター、アンダーカウンターシンク、マルチカラーの床、窓) の写真

A modern stylish kitchen designed by piqu and supplied by our German manufacturer Ballerina. The crisp white handleless cabinets are paired with a dark beautifully patterned Caesarstone called Vanilla Noir. A black Quooker tap and appliances from Siemen's Studioline range reinforce the luxurious and sleek design.

他の地域にあるラグジュアリー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、白いキャビネット、クオーツストーンカウンター、青いキッチンパネル、磁器タイルのキッチンパネル、パネルと同色の調理設備、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、シェーカースタイル扉のキャビネット) の写真

サンフランシスコにある高級な広いモダンスタイルのおしゃれなキッチン (シングルシンク、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、グレーのキッチンパネル、磁器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、ベージュの床、白いキッチンカウンター、格子天井) の写真

The once-traditional kitchen was transformed to a light, airy, open space. Contemporary windows were added to the expanded wall and a custom hood tops the new induction cooktop. The kitchen opens to the sunroom and family room.

Photography: Tiffany Ringwald Builder: Ekren Construction
シャーロット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キッチン (エプロンフロントシンク、シェーカースタイ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、グレーのキッチンパネル、磁器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、茶色い床、白いキッチンカウンター) の写真

In 1949, one of mid-century modern’s most famous NW architects, Paul Hayden Kirk, built this early “glass house” in Hawthorne Hills. Rather than flattening the rolling hills of the Northwest to accommodate his structures, Kirk sought to make the least impact possible on the building site by making use of it natural landscape. When we started this project, our goal was to pay attention to the original architecture--as well as designing the home around the client’s eclectic art collection and African artifacts. The home was completely gutted, since most of the home is glass, hardly any exterior walls remained. We kept the basic footprint of the home the same—opening the space between the kitchen and living room. The horizontal grain matched walnut cabinets creates a natural continuous movement. The sleek lines of the Fleetwood windows surrounding the home allow for the landscape and interior to seamlessly intertwine. In our effort to preserve as much of the design as possible, the original fireplace remains in the home and we made sure to work with the natural lines originally designed by Kirk.

ニューヨークにある高級な広いトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれなキッチン (シェーカースタイ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、白いキッチンパネル、ガラス板のキッチンパネル、シルバーの調理設備、無垢フローリング、茶色い床) の写真

ロサンゼルスにある広いコンテンポラリー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、白いキャビネット、白いキッチンパネル、シルバーの調理設備、アンダーカウンターシンク、クオーツストーンカウンター、磁器タイルのキッチンパネル、濃色無垢フローリング) の写真

Step into the world of "Sleek Elegance," where a contemporary kitchen renovation awaits. Embracing an open concept design, this project boasts slim shaker cabinets that exude modern simplicity and refined style. The focal point of the space is the striking stone hood, adding a touch of natural allure and architectural grandeur. Discover the perfect balance of functionality and sophistication in this captivating culinary haven, where every detail is thoughtfully curated to create a space that is both inviting and effortlessly chic.

We are in love with this warm and inviting Mediterranean kitchen design built with Waypoint cabinets and a quartz countertop. This beautiful and unique tile backsplash adds the perfect amount of rustic elements to this new kitchen space. Combined with this hexagon terra cotta tile flooring, creating a romantic and rustic Mediterranean design!

We are in love with this warm and inviting Mediterranean kitchen design built with Waypoint cabinets and a quartz countertop. This beautiful and unique tile backsplash adds the perfect amount of rustic elements to this new kitchen space. Combined with this hexagon terra cotta tile flooring, creating a romantic and rustic Mediterranean design!

A stylish and contemporary rear and side return kitchen extension in East Dulwich. Modern monochrome handle less kitchen furniture has been combined with warm slated wood veneer panelling, a blush pink back painted full height splashback and stone work surfaces from Caesarstone (Cloudburst Concrete). This design cleverly conceals the door through to the utility room and downstairs cloakroom and features bespoke larder storage, a breakfast bar unit and alcove seating.

タンパにある高級な中くらいなビーチ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、シェーカースタイ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、白いキッチンパネル、磁器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、茶色い床、白いキッチンカウンター) の写真

Polished aggregate flooring, with satin lacquered slabbed doors warmed with stained oak timber paneling and marbled benches.
パー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、クオーツストーンカウンター、白いキッチンパネル、磁器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、白いキッチンカウンター) の写真