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Mihaly SlocombeHood 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.
Moore Architects, PCThe site for this new house was specifically selected for its proximity to nature while remaining connected to the urban amenities of Arlington and DC. From the beginning, the homeowners were mindful of the environmental impact of this house, so the goal was to get the project LEED certified. Even though the owner’s programmatic needs ultimately grew the house to almost 8,000 square feet, the design team was able to obtain LEED Silver for the project.
The first floor houses the public spaces of the program: living, dining, kitchen, family room, power room, library, mudroom and screened porch. The second and third floors contain the master suite, four bedrooms, office, three bathrooms and laundry. The entire basement is dedicated to recreational spaces which include a billiard room, craft room, exercise room, media room and a wine cellar.
To minimize the mass of the house, the architects designed low bearing roofs to reduce the height from above, while bringing the ground plain up by specifying local Carder Rock stone for the foundation walls. The landscape around the house further anchored the house by installing retaining walls using the same stone as the foundation. The remaining areas on the property were heavily landscaped with climate appropriate vegetation, retaining walls, and minimal turf.
Other LEED elements include LED lighting, geothermal heating system, heat-pump water heater, FSA certified woods, low VOC paints and high R-value insulation and windows.
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Board & VellumPhoto by John Granen.
Photo of a country one-storey grey house exterior in Other with a gable roof and a metal roof.
Photo of a country one-storey grey house exterior in Other with a gable roof and a metal roof.
Halo Interior DesignThis is an example of a mediterranean three-storey exterior in Los Angeles with stone veneer.
Mary Leslie Interior DesignThis is an example of a large country three-storey exterior in Other with mixed siding and a clipped gable roof.
ArchitraveTripp Smith
Design ideas for a large beach style three-storey brown house exterior in Charleston with wood siding, a hip roof, a mixed roof, a grey roof and shingle siding.
Design ideas for a large beach style three-storey brown house exterior in Charleston with wood siding, a hip roof, a mixed roof, a grey roof and shingle siding.
Allen ConstructionFine craftsmanship and attention to detail has given new life to this Craftsman Bungalow, originally built in 1919. Architect: Blackbird Architects.. Photography: Jim Bartsch Photography
Jonathan Miller ArchitectsInspiration for an arts and crafts two-storey brick grey house exterior in Other with a mixed roof and a gable roof.
The Construction Group Montana, LLCPhoto of a country one-storey black exterior in Other with a flat roof.
Northworks Architects + PlannersThis state-of-the-art residence in Chicago presents a timeless front facade of limestone accents, lime-washed brick and a standing seam metal roof. As the building program leads from a classic entry to the rear terrace, the materials and details open the interiors to direct natural light and highly landscaped indoor-outdoor living spaces. The formal approach transitions into an open, contemporary experience.
building Lab, inc.Simple and modern style fencing around the generous level lot. Exterior has new stucco with integral color. Dining area opens out to main deck on the right.
Quarry MillTantallon natural thin stone veneer from the Quarry Mill gives this exterior porch a warm and inviting feel. Tantallon stone brings shades of gray, tan and gold with lighter hues to your natural stone veneer projects. The various textures of the Tantallon stones will add dimension to your space. This stone is great for large and small projects on homes and landscaping structures. Tantallon stones will look great in a rustic, country setting or a contemporary home with new appliances and electronics. This stone adds an earthy feel to any space.
Morse Custom Homes and RemodelingTraditional ranch home gets new siding and a face lift to resemble a craftsman bungalow. New cement fiber board lap siding, trim, and fascia were included in the project. New front door, garage roll up door, and fence were coordinated to match using similar textures and colors. The craftsman dentil shelf tied together the front elevation at all three areas.
Scott Edwards ArchitectureDesign ideas for a modern three-storey house exterior in Portland with wood siding.
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