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![Hood House](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/f9619b7b05127d10_4564-w360-h360-b0-p0--.jpg)
![Mihaly Slocombe](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/2d13f61700ee20bf_5269-w32-h32-b0-p0--.jpg)
Hood House is a playful protector that respects the heritage character of Carlton North whilst celebrating purposeful change. It is a luxurious yet compact and hyper-functional home defined by an exploration of contrast: it is ornamental and restrained, subdued and lively, stately and casual, compartmental and open.
For us, it is also a project with an unusual history. This dual-natured renovation evolved through the ownership of two separate clients. Originally intended to accommodate the needs of a young family of four, we shifted gears at the eleventh hour and adapted a thoroughly resolved design solution to the needs of only two. From a young, nuclear family to a blended adult one, our design solution was put to a test of flexibility.
The result is a subtle renovation almost invisible from the street yet dramatic in its expressive qualities. An oblique view from the northwest reveals the playful zigzag of the new roof, the rippling metal hood. This is a form-making exercise that connects old to new as well as establishing spatial drama in what might otherwise have been utilitarian rooms upstairs. A simple palette of Australian hardwood timbers and white surfaces are complimented by tactile splashes of brass and rich moments of colour that reveal themselves from behind closed doors.
Our internal joke is that Hood House is like Lazarus, risen from the ashes. We’re grateful that almost six years of hard work have culminated in this beautiful, protective and playful house, and so pleased that Glenda and Alistair get to call it home.
![Central Residence](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/b1b18c9e046d4c14_5930-w360-h360-b0-p0--.jpg)
![Dylan Barber Building Design](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/1733d8f803c64545_3362-w32-h32-b0-p0--.jpg)
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary two-storey black house exterior in Geelong with a flat roof.
![Peregian Beach House - Osprey](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/7ca1690503bbb162_6186-w360-h360-b0-p0--.jpg)
![Aboda Design Group](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/63833834045962c2_0736-w32-h32-b0-p0--.jpg)
This is an example of a contemporary two-storey house exterior in Sunshine Coast with a flat roof.
![Lake Oswego, OR Contemporary Craftsman Custom Home](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/d991a2e40cfaa07e_7446-w360-h360-b0-p0--.jpg)
![Lifestyle Homes, Home Builders](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/81838c8c0432cbca_7585-w32-h32-b0-p0--.jpg)
Design ideas for a mid-sized modern two-storey multi-coloured house exterior in Other with mixed siding and a flat roof.
![Nestledown Farm](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/d1212a250b032bb2_1778-w360-h360-b0-p0--.jpg)
![peter c quinn architect](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/1af33eef0abd5db5_9733-w32-h32-b0-p0--.jpg)
Lauren Rubenstein Photography
Design ideas for a large traditional one-storey white house exterior in Atlanta with wood siding, a gable roof and a metal roof.
Design ideas for a large traditional one-storey white house exterior in Atlanta with wood siding, a gable roof and a metal roof.
![Pacific Crest](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/7721022c040668d2_6084-w360-h360-b0-p0--.jpg)
![Arbor South Architecture](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/a8d3a72600f8472a_5236-w32-h32-b0-p0--.jpg)
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary one-storey grey house exterior with concrete fiberboard siding, a shed roof, a metal roof, a grey roof and clapboard siding.
![Tiny Houses in the Woods](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/de412cb10c911b21_1217-w360-h360-b0-p0--.jpg)
![The Construction Group Montana, LLC](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/0ad3d00206e81b0b_4581-w32-h32-b0-p0--.jpg)
Photo of a country one-storey black exterior in Other with a flat roof.
![Woman Lake 2](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/7c51536e0a747a6e_1141-w360-h360-b0-p0--.jpg)
![Lands End Development - Designers & Builders](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/ec43b5e70f8493a9_2214-w32-h32-b0-p0--.jpg)
This is an example of a country two-storey brown house exterior in Minneapolis with wood siding, a gable roof and a shingle roof.
![Wingspan](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/a151d43f04c1b62d_5870-w360-h360-b0-p0--.jpg)
![Rhodes Architecture + Light](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/a04306bb0004888a_4243-w32-h32-b0-p0--.jpg)
Material expression and exterior finishes were carefully selected to reduce the apparent size of the house, last through many years, and add warmth and human scale to the home. The unique siding system is made up of different widths and depths of western red cedar, complementing the vision of the structure's wings which are balanced, not symmetrical. The exterior materials include a burn brick base, powder-coated steel, cedar, acid-washed concrete and Corten steel planters.
![Las Palmas](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/6f91a94d020c0b23_2036-w360-h360-b0-p0--.jpg)
![Tom Ochsner AIA](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/c253b5fe0330b8d8_9471-w32-h32-b0-p0--.jpg)
This multi-residential project development consisted of new townhouses on a challenging site in the County of Santa Barbara.
Photo of a mediterranean exterior in Santa Barbara.
Photo of a mediterranean exterior in Santa Barbara.
![The TEREMOK](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/1811dd070e557963_8267-w360-h360-b0-p0--.jpg)
![Setus Design](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/0e53630c05e01ee5_7813-w32-h32-b0-p0--.jpg)
дачный дом из рубленого бревна с камышовой крышей
Inspiration for a large country two-storey beige exterior in Other with wood siding, a green roof and a clipped gable roof.
Inspiration for a large country two-storey beige exterior in Other with wood siding, a green roof and a clipped gable roof.
![Historical Craftsman Renovation](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/658117940d310c5a_1264-w360-h360-b0-p0--.jpg)
![Balboa Design Group](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/3d0371ba03921aba_8002-w32-h32-b0-p0--.jpg)
Photo of a mid-sized arts and crafts one-storey green exterior in San Diego with a gable roof and wood siding.
![Balga Street Wembley Downs](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/33b1a13c0cef943a_1602-w360-h360-b0-p0--.jpg)
![Broadway Homes](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/8403756e07fd98d7_8776-w32-h32-b0-p0--.jpg)
Photo of a contemporary two-storey multi-coloured house exterior in Perth with a flat roof.
!["Amplified" Tiny House](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/8ad1ca960ad8b9e6_6713-w360-h360-b0-p0--.jpg)
![Asha Mevlana](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/cb7345b50689a20d_0496-w32-h32-b0-p0--.jpg)
Who lives there: Asha Mevlana and her Havanese dog named Bali
Location: Fayetteville, Arkansas
Size: Main house (400 sq ft), Trailer (160 sq ft.), 1 loft bedroom, 1 bath
What sets your home apart: The home was designed specifically for my lifestyle.
My inspiration: After reading the book, "The Life Changing Magic of Tidying," I got inspired to just live with things that bring me joy which meant scaling down on everything and getting rid of most of my possessions and all of the things that I had accumulated over the years. I also travel quite a bit and wanted to live with just what I needed.
About the house: The L-shaped house consists of two separate structures joined by a deck. The main house (400 sq ft), which rests on a solid foundation, features the kitchen, living room, bathroom and loft bedroom. To make the small area feel more spacious, it was designed with high ceilings, windows and two custom garage doors to let in more light. The L-shape of the deck mirrors the house and allows for the two separate structures to blend seamlessly together. The smaller "amplified" structure (160 sq ft) is built on wheels to allow for touring and transportation. This studio is soundproof using recycled denim, and acts as a recording studio/guest bedroom/practice area. But it doesn't just look like an amp, it actually is one -- just plug in your instrument and sound comes through the front marine speakers onto the expansive deck designed for concerts.
My favorite part of the home is the large kitchen and the expansive deck that makes the home feel even bigger. The deck also acts as a way to bring the community together where local musicians perform. I love having a the amp trailer as a separate space to practice music. But I especially love all the light with windows and garage doors throughout.
Design team: Brian Crabb (designer), Zack Giffin (builder, custom furniture) Vickery Construction (builder) 3 Volve Construction (builder)
Design dilemmas: Because the city wasn’t used to having tiny houses there were certain rules that didn’t quite make sense for a tiny house. I wasn’t allowed to have stairs leading up to the loft, only ladders were allowed. Since it was built, the city is beginning to revisit some of the old rules and hopefully things will be changing.
Photo cred: Don Shreve
![Traditional Elegance - Exterior](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/3021004a0a4d4086_3477-w360-h360-b0-p0--.jpg)
![Marcelle Guilbeau, Interior Designer](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/2793994f0fbab53a_2903-w32-h32-b0-p0--.jpg)
Brick, Siding, Fascia, and Vents
Manufacturer:Sherwin Williams
Color No.:SW 6203
Color Name.:Spare White
Garage Doors
Manufacturer:Sherwin Williams
Color No.:SW 7067
Color Name.:Cityscape
Railings
Manufacturer:Sherwin Williams
Color No.:SW 7069
Color Name.:Iron Ore
Exterior Doors
Manufacturer:Sherwin Williams
Color No.:SW 3026
Color Name.:King’s Canyon
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