Architecture and Home Design

Here are pictures of Kinnickinnic Valley Residence was designed by M.A Architecture.

From M.A Architecture : ” This residence is a sensitive addition to an existing rural log compound. A new, more modern interpretation of the style of the existing flanking log home and log garage was used for the structure that links them, which contains the core elements of the compound-kitchen, dining, living room and family bedroom upstairs.

Energy efficiency, recycled green materials and sustainability drove decision on the project. Reclaimed timber framing, intricate log joinery and local limestone are used to form a core element counterpoint to more modern materials and expressions. ”

Kinnickinnic Valley Residence by M.A Architecture (more…)

Baqueratta is the Tokyo based architecture practice of Yoshiyuki Moriyama. the studio specializes in residential architecture, creating experimental homes for japan’s, tiny lot sizes. One of the firm’s buildings is the HS house. Enjoy the images below, and post your comment for this house.

HS House, Contemporary House Design by Baqueratta (more…)

The house is located on a spectacular site overlooking the Solway Firth. The site is a steeply sloping, former quarry in a National Scenic Area. Designed by Simon Winstanely Architects.The house has been future proofed with the following low energy features;

1. The external walls, floor and roof are insulated to a high standard and air infiltration is minimized.
2. Triple glazed windows with warm edge spacer bars, thermally broken frames and inert gas filled to achieve a whole window u-value of 0.7W/m2K.
3. Heat pump using a borehole as the ground source for the underfloor heating and hot water system with a closed combustion wood-burning stove as back up.
4. Micro generation of renewable electricity using roof mounted Photovoltaic Panels.
5. Whole house heat recovery ventilation system.

Deepstone, Contemporary Low Energy Home by Simon Winstanely Architects (more…)

From Real Estate Agent : ” Situated at the corner of Fifth Avenue and Saint Paul Street, this exquisite property is located just two blocks from the fashionable shops, galleries and gourmet restaurants of Cherry Creek, Denver’s premier upscale residential neighborhood. Custom contemporary design, floor-to-ceiling windows, and the finest wood, stainless steel and natural stone, combine to create a feeling and experience unsurpassed in taste and refinement. ”

Custom features include:
* 4 bedrooms
* 5 bathrooms
* 3-car, oversized garage with Berloni cabinetry
* Glass bridge connecting library mezzanine to executive office
* Spacious living room
* Bulthaup cabinetry in kitchen, bathrooms and laundry
* Guest suite with separate entrance
* 1,200 bottle climate-controlled wine room
* State-of-the-art Meridian digital home theater
* Integrated sound system throughout house
* Indoor heated saltwater lap-pool and indoor hot-tub
* Home gym with steam shower
* Spa and massage room
* Radiant floor heat, gas forced air and air conditioning
* Snowmelt in exterior patios and entrance way
* 65′ wide lot—rare indeed in Cherry Creek
* 8′ privacy at street (4′ elevation and 4′ fence)
* Premium security system with multiple cameras
* Spacious courtyard with large grassy lawn
* Inspiring western mountain views

Superb Contemporary Home at Corner of Fifth Avenue and Saint Paul Street
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Designed by Andrew Maynard Architects, all the new works surround an outdoor courtyard space which becomes the new center of the house- accessed by a series of glass doors it is the opposite of the dark masonry-clad rooms of the old house. The refined palate of materials is subverted where volumes are removed to reveal the flesh inside – coloured bright red with glass tiles and joinery.

Vader House, Contemporary House Design by Andrew Maynard Architects

Vader House, Contemporary House Design by Andrew Maynard Architects
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