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"Amplified" Tiny House
"Amplified" Tiny House
Asha MevlanaAsha Mevlana
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
Lake O'Brien 1 - Exterior Lakeside
Lake O'Brien 1 - Exterior Lakeside
Lands End Development - Designers & BuildersLands End Development - Designers & Builders
This is an example of a country two-storey green exterior in Minneapolis with wood siding.
COMPACT LIVING
COMPACT LIVING
MarvinMarvin
New zoning codes paved the way for building an Accessory Dwelling Unit in this homes Minneapolis location. This new unit allows for independent multi-generational housing within close proximity to a primary residence and serves visiting family, friends, and an occasional Airbnb renter. The strategic use of glass, partitions, and vaulted ceilings create an open and airy interior while keeping the square footage below 400 square feet. Vertical siding and awning windows create a fresh, yet complementary addition. Christopher Strom was recognized in the “Best Contemporary” category in Marvin Architects Challenge 2017. The judges admired the simple addition that is reminiscent of the traditional red barn, yet uses strategic volume and glass to create a dramatic contemporary living space.
Whitney By Bosgraaf Homes
Whitney By Bosgraaf Homes
Bosgraaf HomesBosgraaf Homes
Amber Tejeda
Photo of a traditional exterior in Grand Rapids.
The Cambridge IV
The Cambridge IV
Lassale HomesLassale Homes
The Cambridge Split Level 2980 SF 4 Bedrm. w/ Dining & Study
Large traditional split-level exterior in Detroit.
Wood Log Lodge
Wood Log Lodge
Interior Design by Julie Johnson-HollandInterior Design by Julie Johnson-Holland
This is an example of a country one-storey exterior in Sacramento with wood siding and a clipped gable roof.
Historic Chimney Restoration Project
Historic Chimney Restoration Project
HearthMasters, Inc.HearthMasters, Inc.
The big chimney. This tool the longest to rebuild. Note the points and tight fitting butter joints. Gene Padgitt
This is an example of a large traditional three-storey stucco yellow house exterior in Kansas City.
Exterior Color Consultation
Exterior Color Consultation
emily lauderback stewart design and renovationemily lauderback stewart design and renovation
This is an example of a small arts and crafts one-storey red exterior in Seattle with wood siding.
Louisburg Townhouse
Louisburg Townhouse
Judge Skelton Smith ArchitectsJudge Skelton Smith Architects
Christopher Schuch
This is an example of a traditional brick red exterior in Boston.
Poppy Way
Poppy Way
Timothy R. Winters, ArchitectTimothy R. Winters, Architect
New dormers, new front porch with copper lanterns, new second floor addition on right above new arches photo by Tim Winters
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional two-storey brick exterior in Louisville.
Vintage Timber Frame Barn Addition
Vintage Timber Frame Barn Addition
The McKernon GroupThe McKernon Group
This barn addition was accomplished by dismantling an antique timber frame and resurrecting it alongside a beautiful 19th century farmhouse in Vermont. What makes this property even more special, is that all native Vermont elements went into the build, from the original barn to locally harvested floors and cabinets, native river rock for the chimney and fireplace and local granite for the foundation. The stone walls on the grounds were all made from stones found on the property. The addition is a multi-level design with 1821 sq foot of living space between the first floor and the loft. The open space solves the problems of small rooms in an old house. The barn addition has ICFs (r23) and SIPs so the building is airtight and energy efficient. It was very satisfying to take an old barn which was no longer being used and to recycle it to preserve it's history and give it a new life.
Blue Ridge Georgia Cabins
Blue Ridge Georgia Cabins
Envision WebEnvision Web
Stuart Wade, Envision Web Take a deep breath and relax… Surround yourself with beauty, relaxation and natural fun in Georgia’s Blue Ridge, only 90 miles north of Atlanta via I-575 and Hwy 515, but a million miles away from the traffic, stress and anxiety of the city. With 106,000 acres located in the Chattahoochee National Forest, Blue Ridge is definitely the cure for whatever ails you. Rent a cozy cabin or a luxury mountain home, or stay in a bed & breakfast inn or hotel -- and simply relax. Enjoy Mother Nature at her best… Renew your spirit on a day hiking to nearby waterfalls or horseback riding on forested trails in the Chattahoochee National Forest. Bring the family and discover the thrill of an Ocoee River whitewater rafting adventure, ride on the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway or treetop canopy adventure. Rent a pontoon or a jet ski on beautiful Lake Blue Ridge. Pick strawberries or blueberries at Mercier's, a 65 year old family orchard. Catch a trout on the tailwaters of the Toccoa River or a clear mountain stream; Blue Ridge is the Trout Fishing Capital of Georgia. Fall in Love with Blue Ridge… Fall in love with the authentic mountain towns of Blue Ridge and McCaysville. Blue Ridge is an Art Town, filled with art galleries, antique and specialty shops, restaurants, small town atmosphere and friendly people. A river runs through the quaint town of McCaysville, twin city with Copperhill, Tennessee. Stand in both states at one time at the Blue Line, which marks the spot where Georgia ends and Tennessee begins. Here the Toccoa River becomes the Ocoee River, flowing northward into Tennessee.
Triangle Brick's Oxford
Triangle Brick's Oxford
Triangle Brick CompanyTriangle Brick Company
Epitomizing small-town North Carolina, Oxford is home to blocks of turn-of-the-century brick houses and countless of other historic buildings, from an old courthouse to a 19th-century orphanage. Triangle Brick Company's sand-faced Oxford brick, offered under our Premium product tier, pays homage to this long-standing architecture with its rich, burgundy brick color, and deep red and brown overtones.
Moroccan Villa in Santa Barbara
Moroccan Villa in Santa Barbara
Maraya Interior DesignMaraya Interior Design
New Moroccan Villa on the Santa Barbara Riviera, overlooking the Pacific ocean and the city. In this terra cotta and deep blue home, we used natural stone mosaics and glass mosaics, along with custom carved stone columns. Every room is colorful with deep, rich colors. In the master bath we used blue stone mosaics on the groin vaulted ceiling of the shower. All the lighting was designed and made in Marrakesh, as were many furniture pieces. The entry black and white columns are also imported from Morocco. We also designed the carved doors and had them made in Marrakesh. Cabinetry doors we designed were carved in Canada. The carved plaster molding were made especially for us, and all was shipped in a large container (just before covid-19 hit the shipping world!) Thank you to our wonderful craftsman and enthusiastic vendors! Project designed by Maraya Interior Design. From their beautiful resort town of Ojai, they serve clients in Montecito, Hope Ranch, Santa Ynez, Malibu and Calabasas, across the tri-county area of Santa Barbara, Ventura and Los Angeles, south to Hidden Hills and Calabasas. Architecture by Thomas Ochsner in Santa Barbara, CA
Leo Cottage
Leo Cottage
Big ChillBig Chill
Design Credit: @katemarkerinteriors @leocottage Photographer: @margaretrajic
Inspiration for a beach style one-storey black house exterior in Grand Rapids with a gable roof.
Fencing & Gates
Fencing & Gates
78Backyard Concepts78Backyard Concepts
This is an example of a transitional exterior in Dallas.
Triangle Brick's Portsmouth
Triangle Brick's Portsmouth
Triangle Brick CompanyTriangle Brick Company
Set on the coast of New Hampshire, Portsmouth has long boasted a wealth of stunning, classical architecture, much now carefully preserved in the city's historic district. Triangle Brick Company's Portsmouth brick is reminiscent of the Colonial-era handmade brick made in the days of this now historic seaport's thriving trade economy. Featuring a bright, dark red base with charcoal accents, our tumbled Portsmouth brick is classified under our Premium product tier. Like the rich tones of the Portsmouth brick, but want a modern application? Try our Williamsburg brick.
Queen Anne Craftsman Home
Queen Anne Craftsman Home
Seattle Staged to Sell and Design LLCSeattle Staged to Sell and Design LLC
The exterior of a blue-painted Craftsman-style home with tan trimmings and a stone garden fountain.
Inspiration for an arts and crafts three-storey blue house exterior in Seattle with wood siding.
Mountain Laurel - Ellijay, GA
Mountain Laurel - Ellijay, GA
Satterwhite Log HomesSatterwhite Log Homes
Photography: Danny Grizzle
Inspiration for a country two-storey exterior in Atlanta with wood siding.
Krause Small Cottage
Krause Small Cottage
Rainbow Valley Design & ConstructionRainbow Valley Design & Construction
Steve Smith, ImaginePhotographics
Contemporary one-storey orange exterior in Other with a shed roof.

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