This is an example of a large country two-storey red exterior in Minneapolis with mixed siding.

New construction of traditional style home.
Photo of an arts and crafts exterior in Seattle with wood siding.

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Photos done by Jason Hulet of Hulet Photography
This is an example of a beach style entryway in Other with a white front door.

Major remodel executed in record time, to everyone's delight. Entry, Family Room, Dining Room.
Inspiration for a small traditional entryway in Los Angeles with blue walls and a single front door.

I designed this home for a young family, and one half of the client couple wanted a french provincial home, while the other wanted a modern, industrial home. I really listened to their dramatically different visions. They might sound insurmountably opposed, but what I aim for is that unexpected solution that can come from the most vexing puzzle. We found it: the home is spectacular--a juxtaposition of the traditional and the modern, a jewel on Queen Anne overlooking Seattle, Mt. Rainier and the Sound.

Ben Hosking Photography
Photo of a mid-sized traditional wood u-shaped staircase in Melbourne with wood risers.

Celine
Inspiration for a large traditional entryway in Dublin with marble floors and blue walls.

Inspiration for a traditional front door in Dallas with a green front door.

Whit Preston
Design ideas for a contemporary exterior in Austin with wood siding.

Jay Greene Architectural Photography
This is an example of an exterior in Philadelphia with stone veneer.

Art Gray
This is an example of an expansive modern front door in Los Angeles with a single front door and a medium wood front door.

ALCOVA architecture Magnolia House
Design ideas for a modern entryway in Seattle with a single front door and a medium wood front door.

COOL & DRY. A standing seam metal roof offers another long lasting, low-maintenance option while securing a tight building envelope. A stainless railing and slate flagstone stoop continues the cool-tone material palette. A new aluminum-frame glass door and oversized transom reveal a stunning view straight through to the back yard. Updated fixtures highlight the home’s contemporary, clean lines. Photography by Maxwell MacKenzie.

A New Home in the Craftsman Style in Burlingame, California Our design of this large house in Burlingame was inspired by nearby Craftsman style homes. We also designed the swimming pool, pool house and bridges in the back yard. Carefully designed wood brackets and details complement the strong symmetrical form of the exterior. Traditional wood and leaded glass windows, stone masonry and slate tile roofs with copper gutters also contribute to this authentic and timeless design. This rich palette of materials and detailing are continued inside the house with coffered wood ceilings, painted wainscot paneling and trim, custom fireplace surrounds, decorative ironwork railings, and a curved entry stair. We represented our client in sensitive negotiations with neighbors of multiple Planning Commission hearings. The kitchen was featured in the 2006 Burlingame Classic Kitchen Tour.

Inspiration for a contemporary entryway in San Diego with beige walls, a single front door, a dark wood front door and brown floor.

Doug Young
Photo of a traditional garden in New York with gravel.

This extensive restoration project involved dismantling, moving, and reassembling this historic (c. 1687) First Period home in Ipswich, Massachusetts. We worked closely with the dedicated homeowners and a team of specialist craftsmen – first to assess the situation and devise a strategy for the work, and then on the design of the addition and indoor renovations. As with all our work on historic homes, we took special care to preserve the building’s authenticity while allowing for the integration of modern comforts and amenities. The finished product is a grand and gracious home that is a testament to the investment of everyone involved. Excerpt from Wicked Local Ipswich - Before proceeding with the purchase, Johanne said she and her husband wanted to make sure the house was worth saving. Mathew Cummings, project architect for Cummings Architects, helped the Smith's determine what needed to be done in order to restore the house. Johanne said Cummings was really generous with his time and assisted the Smith's with all the fine details associated with the restoration. Photo Credit: Cynthia August

Photo by Peter Lyons
Modern one-storey exterior in San Francisco.