The goal of this project was to build a house that would be energy efficient using materials that were both economical and environmentally conscious. Due to the extremely cold winter weather conditions in the Catskills, insulating the house was a primary concern. The main structure of the house is a timber frame from an nineteenth century barn that has been restored and raised on this new site. The entirety of this frame has then been wrapped in SIPs (structural insulated panels), both walls and the roof. The house is slab on grade, insulated from below. The concrete slab was poured with a radiant heating system inside and the top of the slab was polished and left exposed as the flooring surface. Fiberglass windows with an extremely high R-value were chosen for their green properties. Care was also taken during construction to make all of the joints between the SIPs panels and around window and door openings as airtight as possible. The fact that the house is so airtight along with the high overall insulatory value achieved from the insulated slab, SIPs panels, and windows make the house very energy efficient. The house utilizes an air exchanger, a device that brings fresh air in from outside without loosing heat and circulates the air within the house to move warmer air down from the second floor. Other green materials in the home include reclaimed barn wood used for the floor and ceiling of the second floor, reclaimed wood stairs and bathroom vanity, and an on-demand hot water/boiler system. The exterior of the house is clad in black corrugated aluminum with an aluminum standing seam roof. Because of the extremely cold winter temperatures windows are used discerningly, the three largest windows are on the first floor providing the main living areas with a majestic view of the Catskill mountains.

The living, dining, and kitchen opt for views rather than walls. The living room is encircled by three, 16’ lift and slide doors, creating a room that feels comfortable sitting amongst the trees. Because of this the love and appreciation for the location are felt throughout the main floor. The emphasis on larger-than-life views is continued into the main sweet with a door for a quick escape to the wrap-around two-story deck.

シアトルにある中くらいなラスティックスタイルのおしゃれな独立型リビング (コンクリートの床、薪ストーブ、テレビなし、三角天井) の写真

ミネアポリスにある中くらいなラスティックスタイルのおしゃれなリビング (ベージュの壁、コンクリートの床、吊り下げ式暖炉、金属の暖炉まわり、テレビなし、グレーの床) の写真

ソルトレイクシティにあるお手頃価格の中くらいなラスティックスタイルのおしゃれなリビング (コンクリートの床、標準型暖炉、石材の暖炉まわり、テレビなし、グレーの床、ベージュの壁) の写真

This contemporary barn is the perfect mix of clean lines and colors with a touch of reclaimed materials in each room. The Mixed Species Barn Wood siding adds a rustic appeal to the exterior of this fresh living space. With interior white walls the Barn Wood ceiling makes a statement. Accent pieces are around each corner. Taking our Timbers Veneers to a whole new level, the builder used them as shelving in the kitchen and stair treads leading to the top floor. Tying the mix of brown and gray color tones to each room, this showstopper dinning table is a place for the whole family to gather.

Photography by: Jane Messinger
ボストンにある広いラスティックスタイルのおしゃれなLDK (茶色い壁、コンクリートの床、テレビなし、暖炉なし) の写真

This simple, straw-bale volume opens to a south-facing terrace, connecting it to the forest glade, and a more intimate queen bed sized sleeping bay. © Eric Millette Photography

シアトルにあるラスティックスタイルのおしゃれなリビング (コンクリートの床、横長型暖炉、コンクリートの暖炉まわり、テレビなし) の写真

Photographer: Geoffrey Hodgdon
ワシントンD.C.にあるラグジュアリーな広いラスティックスタイルのおしゃれなリビング (ベージュの壁、スレートの床、標準型暖炉、石材の暖炉まわり、テレビなし、グレーの床) の写真

Living Room
ミネアポリスにあるお手頃価格の小さなラスティックスタイルのおしゃれなリビング (白い壁、コンクリートの床、薪ストーブ、コンクリートの暖炉まわり、テレビなし、グレーの床、板張り天井) の写真

Rustic living area in log cabin. Great use of reclaimed materials for the walls. Photo by Brian Greenstone
オースティンにある小さなラスティックスタイルのおしゃれなリビングロフト (コンクリートの床、テレビなし) の写真

We were very happy to add a beautiful steel glass fireplace door by Design Specialties to this updated brick fireplace. Our customer and his wife did a fabulous job with a mortar wash, steel hearth, steel and riveted banding and a natural edge mantel. Add to that the cool floor and walls and you have an whole new look!

サンディエゴにあるお手頃価格の中くらいなラスティックスタイルのおしゃれな独立型リビング (白い壁、コンクリートの床、標準型暖炉、レンガの暖炉まわり、テレビなし、茶色い床) の写真

ロサンゼルスにある低価格の中くらいなラスティックスタイルのおしゃれなリビングロフト (コンクリートの床、暖炉なし、テレビなし) の写真

The goal of this project was to build a house that would be energy efficient using materials that were both economical and environmentally conscious. Due to the extremely cold winter weather conditions in the Catskills, insulating the house was a primary concern. The main structure of the house is a timber frame from an nineteenth century barn that has been restored and raised on this new site. The entirety of this frame has then been wrapped in SIPs (structural insulated panels), both walls and the roof. The house is slab on grade, insulated from below. The concrete slab was poured with a radiant heating system inside and the top of the slab was polished and left exposed as the flooring surface. Fiberglass windows with an extremely high R-value were chosen for their green properties. Care was also taken during construction to make all of the joints between the SIPs panels and around window and door openings as airtight as possible. The fact that the house is so airtight along with the high overall insulatory value achieved from the insulated slab, SIPs panels, and windows make the house very energy efficient. The house utilizes an air exchanger, a device that brings fresh air in from outside without loosing heat and circulates the air within the house to move warmer air down from the second floor. Other green materials in the home include reclaimed barn wood used for the floor and ceiling of the second floor, reclaimed wood stairs and bathroom vanity, and an on-demand hot water/boiler system. The exterior of the house is clad in black corrugated aluminum with an aluminum standing seam roof. Because of the extremely cold winter temperatures windows are used discerningly, the three largest windows are on the first floor providing the main living areas with a majestic view of the Catskill mountains.

Bob Schatz
バーリントンにある中くらいなラスティックスタイルのおしゃれなリビング (茶色い壁、コンクリートの床、暖炉なし、テレビなし、グレーの床、ガラス張り) の写真

A great room to enjoy the warmth of the stone fireplace while enjoying a fabulous lake view. A cathedral ceiling with heavy timber beams give the room a open but rustic feel.

The living room was re-organized & updated with some accessories, art, & a light colour rug, giving it a more up to date & welcoming look...Sheila Singer Design