The Kiguchi family moved into their Austin, Texas home in 1994. Built in the 1980’s as part of a neighborhood development, they happily raised their family here but longed for something more contemporary. Once they became empty nesters, they decided it was time for a major remodel. After spending many years visiting Austin AIA Home Tours that highlight contemporary residential architecture, they had a lot of ideas and in 2013 were ready to interview architects and get their renovation underway. The project turned into a major remodel due to an unstable foundation. Architects Ben Arbib and Ed Hughey, of Arbib Hughey Design were hired to solve the structural issue and look for inspiration in the bones of the house, which sat on top of a hillside and was surrounded by great views. Unfortunately, with the old floor plan, the beautiful views were hidden by small windows that were poorly placed. In order to bring more natural light into the house the window sizes and configurations had to be addressed, all while keeping in mind the homeowners desire for a modern look and feel. To achieve a more contemporary and sophisticated front of house, a new entry was designed that included removing a two-story bay window and porch. The entrance of the home also became more integrated with the landscape creating a template for new foliage to be planted. Older exterior materials were updated to incorporate a more muted palette of colors with a metal roof, dark grey siding in the back and white stucco in the front. Deep eaves were added over many of the new large windows for clean lines and sun protection. “Inside it was about opening up the floor plan, expanding the views throughout the house, and updating the material palette to get a modern look that was also warm and inviting,” said Ben from Arbib Hughey Design. “Prior to the remodel, the house had the typical separation of rooms. We removed the walls between them and changed all of the windows to Milgard Thermally Improved Aluminum to connect the inside with the outside. No matter where you are you get nice views and natural light.” The architects wanted to create some drama, which they accomplished with the window placement and opening up the interior floor plan to an open concept approach. Cabinetry was used to help delineate intimate spaces. To add warmth to an all-white living room, white-washed oak wood floors were installed and pine planks were used around the fireplace. The large windows served as artwork bringing the color of nature into the space. An octagon shaped, elevated dining room, (named “the turret”), had a big impact on the design of the house. They architects rounded the corners and added larger window openings overlooking a new sunken garden. The great room was also softened by rounding out the corners and that circular theme continued throughout the house, being picked up in skylight wells and kitchen cabinetry. A staircase leading to a catwalk was added and the result was a two-story window wall that flooded the home with natural light. When asked why Milgard® Thermally Improved Aluminum windows were selected, the architectural team listed many reasons: 1) Aesthetics: “We liked the slim profiles and narrow sightlines. The window frames never get in the way of the view and that was important to us. They also have a very contemporary look that went well with our design.” 2) Options: “We liked that we could get large sliding doors that matched the windows, giving us a very cohesive look and feel throughout the project.” 3) Cost Effective: “Milgard windows are affordable. You get a good product at a good price.” 4) Custom Sizes: “Milgard windows are customizable, which allowed us to get the right window for each location.” Ready to take on your own traditional to modern home remodeling project? Arbib Hughey Design advises, “Work with a good architect. That means picking a team that is creative, communicative, listens well and is responsive. We think it’s important for an architect to listen to their clients and give them something they want, not something the architect thinks they should have. At the same time you want an architect who is willing and able to think outside the box and offer up design options that you may not have considered. Design is about a lot of back and forth, trying out ideas, getting feedback and trying again.” The home was completely transformed into a unique, contemporary house perfectly integrated with its site. Internally the home has a natural flow for the occupants and externally it is integrated with the surroundings taking advantage of great natural light. As a side note, it was highly praised as part of the Austin AIA homes tour.

オマハ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リビング (ベージュの壁、無垢フローリング、標準型暖炉、石材の暖炉まわり、テレビなし、ベージュの床) の写真

他の地域にある中くらいなトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれなリビング (ベージュの壁、無垢フローリング、標準型暖炉、ベージュの床、パネル壁) の写真

フェニックスにある高級な巨大なコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなLDK (ベージュの壁、無垢フローリング、両方向型暖炉、レンガの暖炉まわり、壁掛け型テレビ、ベージュの床) の写真

Interior Design by Pamala Deikel Design Photos by Paul Rollis
サンフランシスコにある高級な広いカントリー風のおしゃれなリビング (白い壁、無垢フローリング、標準型暖炉、金属の暖炉まわり、テレビなし、ベージュの床) の写真

Transfer from Chicago to San Francisco. We did his home in Chicago. Which incidentally appeared on the cover of Chicago Home Interiors. The client is a google executive transplanted. The home is roughly 1500 sq. ft and sits right in the middle of the Castro District. Art deco and arts and craft detailing. The client opted to go with color, and they drove the color scheme. The living room was awkward with only one plain wall. It needed to accommodate entertaining, audio and video use, and be a workspace. Additionally, the client wanted the room to transition easily weather it was just him and his partner or many guests. We opted to do central furniture arrangements. Therefore, we took advantage of the fireplace, large window focal point and added a media wall as a third focal point. Dining is a large square table with two large buffets. The unique feature is a ceiling mural. The color scheme is moody browns greens and purples.

Дизайн проект квартиры в доме типовой серии П-44. Гостиная выполнена в мягких оттенках бежевого цвета с элементами табачного оттенка. Автор проекта: Уфимцева Анастасия.

他の地域にある中くらいなトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれなリビング (ベージュの壁、無垢フローリング、標準型暖炉、タイルの暖炉まわり、テレビなし、ベージュの床) の写真

チャールストンにあるお手頃価格の中くらいなトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれな独立型リビング (標準型暖炉、壁掛け型テレビ、ベージュの壁、無垢フローリング、漆喰の暖炉まわり、ベージュの床、青いソファ) の写真

マイアミにあるビーチスタイルのおしゃれなLDK (白い壁、無垢フローリング、ベージュの床) の写真

マイアミにある高級な中くらいなトロピカルスタイルのおしゃれなリビング (白い壁、無垢フローリング、暖炉なし、テレビなし、ベージュの床) の写真

サンフランシスコにある広いコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれなリビング (ベージュの壁、無垢フローリング、横長型暖炉、タイルの暖炉まわり、壁掛け型テレビ、ベージュの床) の写真

デンバー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リビングロフト (白い壁、無垢フローリング、標準型暖炉、石材の暖炉まわり、壁掛け型テレビ、ベージュの床、表し梁) の写真

サンフランシスコにある広いトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれなリビング (白い壁、無垢フローリング、標準型暖炉、木材の暖炉まわり、テレビなし、ベージュの床、塗装板張りの壁) の写真

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大阪にある和風のおしゃれなリビング (白い壁、無垢フローリング、暖炉なし、据え置き型テレビ、ベージュの床) の写真

デンバー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リビング (白い壁、無垢フローリング、標準型暖炉、石材の暖炉まわり、ベージュの床) の写真

Fraser Hogarth Photography
トロントにあるトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれなリビング (グレーの壁、ベージュの床、無垢フローリング) の写真

With a ceiling more than 40ft high and three stepped levels to accommodate, Griem removed the old staircase between the middle and lower levels and replaced it with a more compact design cantilevered off the library area. The stair doubles back on itself and has transparent reinforced glass balustrades. Reinforced glass was also used to front the stepped level of the middle and upper floors. Photographer:Philip Vile

Interior Design: Anne Fortini Kitchen and Custom Cabinetry Design: Jan Kepler Custom Cabinetry: Plato Woodwork, Photography: Elliott Johnson
サンルイスオビスポにあるお手頃価格の中くらいなカントリー風のおしゃれなLDK (ベージュの壁、無垢フローリング、壁掛け型テレビ、暖炉なし、ベージュの床) の写真