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This Contemporary Interpretation Of A Barn Is Clad In Pale Timber Tones

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This Contemporary Interpretation Of A Barn Is Clad In Pale Timber Tones

Condon Scott Architects has recently completed a contemporary barn-inspired home in Wanaka, New Zealand, that has an exterior of pale timber tones and a sloped metal roof.

“The solid timber posts and beams are visible and call up images of traditional European barn conversions where the remnants of the original barn structure are exposed,” explains lead architect Barry Condon. “The idea of creating a repurposed farm building is carried through into the interior where recycled materials are contrasted with clean lines and modern finishes.”

External timber slatted elements, some of which are on sliders, prevent excessive solar gain and add to the contemporary barn aesthetic.

Here’s a close-up look at the wood siding and one of the solid timber posts.

The entryway is highlighted by the light that streams through the double-height windows. There’s also a covered walkway from the garage to the home.

Inside, the living room has a sense of openness from the double-height ceiling, as well as the doors that open to the wood deck outside.

The dining room and kitchen also share the open floor plan of the main level, with the kitchen featuring a long white island. A painted brick wall adds a textural element to the interior.

The majority of the bedrooms and bathrooms are featured on the upper floor of the home, which has an open hallway with a glass railing, that provides views of the front door and entryway, and a shiplap ceiling.

In one of the bathrooms, the shower tile follows the line of the angled ceiling, while the wood vanity has hidden lighting underneath.

Here’s the floor plan that shows the layout of both levels of the home.

Photography by Simon Larkin

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Tongue And Groove Bleached Wood Siding Was Used On The Interior And Exterior Of This Modern Barn-Inspired Home

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Tongue And Groove Bleached Wood Siding Was Used On The Interior And Exterior Of This Modern Barn-Inspired Home

Designers Mikhail Novinskiy and Anastasia Konnova of MNdesign, have recently completed their own barn-inspired home in a scenic village in Moscow, Russia.

Their family home, designed for themselves and their two children, has a black metal exterior that’s accented at each end with tongue and groove wood siding.

At night, the exterior lighting highlights the wood siding and matching deck and creates a warm glow.

The interior of the house follows the same color scheme, which can be seen in the open plan living room, dining area, and kitchen.

The tongue and groove bleached wood siding covers the walls and ceiling, while a black kitchen, fireplace, furniture, curtains, lighting, and window frames complement the black found on the exterior of the home.

The large windows let the natural light filter through to the interior, and at the same time, provide a view of the deck and garden.

From this view, you can see the balcony on the second floor.

Down a small hallway, you’ll find the front door and entryway, as well as the door to the bedroom.

The tongue and groove siding continues through to the primary bedroom, where dark furniture and cabinets provide a contrasting design element.

The kid’s bedrooms are located upstairs, where there’s a small reading nook and bold black bedroom doors.

The bedrooms are mirror images of each other, however, the wall between the two rooms is only partial, allowing the children to play together, yet still have their own space.

Each side of the partial wall is dedicated to a small homework area with a white desk and bright orange chair.

Photography by Victor Chernyshov

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A Wood Lined Angled Ceiling Adds Architectural Interest In This Home Addition

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A Wood Lined Angled Ceiling Adds Architectural Interest In This Home Addition

Turner Architects has recently completed a new addition for a growing family that needed a larger kitchen and wanted a family room that opened up the garden.

Located in Greater London, England, the new addition replaced a large tree that the family once sat under, so the architects created an extension that has been inspired by the feeling of sitting under a tree.

The addition has a wall of wood-framed windows, while the form of the roof allows light to get to the back of the interior.

The interior of the addition includes an angled ceiling lined with light wood and creates glimpses of the sky in different directions.

With a brief from the family to create a space with a series of overlapping functions, the architects have included a kitchen, a dining room, a snug for watching a flickering light (either fire or tv), and a garden room.

Separating the dining room and the snug is the fireplace and TV, which are hidden from view within a cabinet.

Elevated from the dining area and snug is the contemporary kitchen, with minimalist white cabinets that fill the wall, open white shelving, a small island with recipe book storage, and lower wood cabinets.

Photography by Adam Scott Images | Architect: Turner Architects | Structural Engineers: Harrison Shortt Structural Engineers Ltd

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Cabinets Above The Bed Are An Idea For More Storage Space In A Bedroom

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Cabinets Above The Bed Are An Idea For More Storage Space In A Bedroom

Berlin-based designer Michael Hilgers has created COBBO, a modern single bed designed for student housing, small apartments, and guest rooms.

Designed for furniture manufacturer OTTO, the bed has a simple Nordic-inspired design with solid oak legs and white storage cabinets that are located above the sleeping area.

The opposite side of the bed is a mirror image, adding even more storage and functionality to the furniture piece.

Here’s a video showing the bed and storage in use.

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The Fold On This Table Top Creates A Secondary Level For Placing Objects

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The Fold On This Table Top Creates A Secondary Level For Placing Objects

Designer Michael Hilgers has created a collection of side tables and coffee tables that have a unique folded steel design.

Manufactured by Casala, the three tables in the NIVO collection are all different sizes, however, their folded steel tabletop allows them to all serve the same function, that being, having a second level.

Michael Hilgers talks about his design: “A Nivo table that acquires extra function by simply adding a fold to the tabletop. This fold elegantly develops into an extra level that can be used to place a cup of coffee or decorative items on.”

The side table is made entirely of steel, with its tabletop and frame finished with a matte structured powder coating, while the coffee table is finished with solid oak legs and comes in two sizes.

Photography by Chris Van Koeverden

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This Floating Corner Desk Was Designed For Small Spaces

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This Floating Corner Desk Was Designed For Small Spaces

Designer Michael Hilgers together with German furniture manufacturer OTTO has created ANNIK, a small yet modern corner desk.

This floating wood desk was designed as a solution for small spaces, like apartments and student dorms, where space is limited, and by using the corner of the room, it keeps the work area out of the way.

The triangular-shaped desk can be attached at any height, making it possible to use as a standing desk. There’s also a small upper shelf and a hole in the desk with a grommet for cord management.

Here’s a video that shows you close-up looks at the overall design.

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Design Inspiration – This Bedroom Uses Two Tones To Divide It Into A Distinct Upper And Lower

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Design Inspiration – This Bedroom Uses Two Tones To Divide It Into A Distinct Upper And Lower

Interior design studio ALTA IDEA, has recently completed the interiors of an apartment in Kryukovshchina, Ukraine, and included in the apartment, is a two-toned bedroom.

The bedroom has different shades of chocolate and beige, with the lighter color being used for the upper portion of the room, and the darker chocolate colors used for the lower areas. The line that wraps around the room matches up with the bottom of the window frame.

The textured accent wall above a wall-to-wall padded dark headboard is made from plaster, while the curtains, which meet the wall at the corner, continue the two-tone look with the lower section of the curtain perfectly matching the horizontal line of the painted walls.

At night and when the curtains are closed, light from the hanging pendant lamps on either side of the bed, cast interesting shadows throughout the room. There’s also hidden lighting behind the curtains.

Let’s take a look at the rest of the apartment…

The Entryway

A small nook has been filled with a custom-built floating storage cabinet that also acts as an entryway table. Above, there’s a round mirror, while a wall-mounted lamp adds light.

The Living Room

In the living room, a black vertical slat partition creates a separation between the entryway and the living space, where there’s a large and colorful couch that faces the television.

The Dining Area

Separating the living space from the kitchen is a round dining table, a minimalist pendant light, and chairs with metallic frames.

A Small Sitting Area

Tucked away into the corner in a small alcove is a sitting area with a comfy chair with views through the window.

The Kitchen

Filling up an entire wall, the linear kitchen has an integrated fridge and hardware-free cabinets. The color scheme is also reminiscent of the color scheme found in the bedroom, with dark lower cabinets and light upper cabinets.

The Bathroom

The bathroom includes a white, gray, and black interior, with a bright white vanity, concrete wall and floor tiles, white geometric tiles with black grout, and a custom black shelving niche.

Photographer: Andrey Avdeenko | Shooting stylist: Natasha Egorova

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Before + After – The Remodel Of A Mid-Century Modern House From 1962

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Before + After – The Remodel Of A Mid-Century Modern House From 1962

Klopf Architecture has shared with us a renovation they completed of a Roger Lee designed house from 1962.

The current homeowners purchased the house in almost original condition, as the previous owners elected to defer most maintenance projects over the years.

The Before Photos

The original home included dated materials and finishes, small rooms, single-paned glass, and uninsulated walls.

The Updated House

Klopf Architecture designed a full gut remodel and a major addition to bring the house into the 21st century and provide the living area needed for their client’s family. The newly expanded house added just about 1,100 sf to create an airy, comfortable, and family-friendly house.

The Entryway

Stepping inside, and the entryway provides views of the valley and multiple benches.

The Living Room

The original wood-burning Malm fireplace was restored and a gas burner was installed to comply with California’s strict air standards. It now rests in front of a wall of Heath accent tiles where a dated red brick wall used to stand. A new taller window brings more light and views into the refreshed interior living room, while the original glass doors opposite the fireplace were replaced by larger sliders

The Dining Area, Kitchen, And Breakfast Corner

The original utilitarian kitchen was needlessly tucked into the far back corner and closed-off, out of sight from the living room, so the clients asked the architects to open it up and expand the kitchen forward so it felt more connected.

The much larger updated kitchen is connected to the living area where a short wall with a cutout offers a visual glimpse into the kitchen and a handy pass-through counter for serving guests. A new breakfast nook was also added to create another spot where the family can gather for casual meals.

The Stairs

Wood stairs connect the various levels of the home.

The Family Room

The existing lower level was originally designed as a utilitarian space, serving as a wet pool room with a drain in the center of the floor, bathroom, laundry, and storage areas.

Without the need for a pool room, the architects were able to convert the area into a much more comfortable and functional living space with a new family room and guest suite. The new spaces enjoy easy access to a new outdoor patio through floor to ceiling, full-width glass sliders.

The Bedrooms

The bedrooms were all updated with bright white walls and ceilings, and black accents. The primary bedroom also includes a small sitting area and desk tucked away into an alcove.

The Bathrooms

The updated bathrooms include either green or blue starburst tiles, that pay homage to the mid-century design of the house.

The Laundry Room

The new laundry room includes cabinetry that wraps around the corner of the room, a countertop that continues above the washer and dryer, floating shelves, and drying lines.

The Rear Of The House And The Landscaping

A cracked swimming pool created an eyesore taking up a majority of the backyard landscape, so it was one of the first elements to go during the transformation.

Working with Outer Space Landscape Architects, the family asked for a mix of relaxing outdoor patio spaces that eventually blend into the native landscaping, extending their views outward toward the natural greenery of the trees beyond their property.

Photographer: Mariko Reed | Architecture firm: Klopf Architecture | Project Team: John Klopf, Klara Kevane, Noel Andrade | Contractor: ORB Construction, Brendan O’Reilly | Structural engineer: Sezen and Moon | Landscape architect: Outer space | Furnishings and decoration: Urbanism Designs

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A Large Sloping Roof Allows Light To Enter From Clerestory Windows On One Side And Impressive Views On The Other

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A Large Sloping Roof Allows Light To Enter From Clerestory Windows On One Side And Impressive Views On The Other

Ravel Architecture has completed a modern home in Austin, Texas, that’s been designed with a boomerang-inspired shape and plenty of windows.

The shape of the home accentuates the natural curvature of the land, while high walls lined with clerestory windows create a buffer between the busy adjacent road while also balancing light throughout the day.

A path lined with grasses runs alongside the house and its board-formed concrete wall and guides people to the entryway with a wood accent wall.

The canyon side of the home boasts floor-to-ceiling glass that provides uninterrupted views of the canyon and the City of Austin. These views can also be enjoyed from the swimming pool that’s located at one end of the home.

Inside, the living areas are open plan with the main living room, dining area, and kitchen all sharing the space, while a secondary living space is located by the pool and opens to a covered patio.

Wood-lined recessed shelving niches line the wall, while the kitchen includes light wood cabinets and a large black kitchen island that matches the black tiled backsplash.

A hallway connecting the two living rooms provides a close-up look at the board-formed concrete wall and access to the bedrooms and bathrooms.

In one of the bedrooms, floor-to-ceiling windows allow the tree view to be enjoyed from the bed.

In one of the bathrooms, a mirror reflects the light and view seen through the large windows.

Here’s a look at the floor plan that details the layout of the home.

Photography by Chase Daniel | Architecture: Ravel Architecture | Interiors: Kopicki Design | Construction: Parkside Homes

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A Grid-Shaped Wood Ceiling Covers This Cafe In China

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A Grid-Shaped Wood Ceiling Covers This Cafe In China

Q&A – Quarta & Armando Architecture Design Research has recently completed the Ethai Café in Shanghai, China, and key to the design is a dome-shaped ceiling, formed by a grid of wooden beams, which conceals the space’s lighting.

The designers explain, “This structure defines a vaulted space that feels private yet convivial, like a contemporary interpretation of the primordial hut.”

As the Ethai Café offers a fresh take on traditional Thai cuisine, an earthy color and material palette was chosen based on gradients reminiscent of central Thailand’s archaeological sites and lands.

The nooks and sitting areas of the cafe also appear to have been carved out of the rammed earth that envelops the facade.

Complementing the earthy colors are the various plants that can be found throughout the cafe.

Here’s a look at the layout of the cafe.

Photography by Dirk Weiblen | Space Design: Q&A – Quarta & Armando Architecture Design Research | Design Team: Gianmaria Quarta, Michele Armando, Tang Shiyuan, Carlin Sun

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A Seating Nook Under The Stairs Offers A Quiet Place To Read In This Home

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A Seating Nook Under The Stairs Offers A Quiet Place To Read In This Home

Los Angeles designer and architect Rob Diaz has completed his latest project, the contemporary renovation of a home in Sherman Oaks, California, and included in the updated interior, is a built-in seating nook.

The wood-lined seating nook is located under the stairs and adjacent to the living room.

The seating nook includes a large white textured cushion as well as some smaller pillows, two shelving niches, and lighting. Underneath the seating, there are four hardware-free drawers, ideal for storing blankets and games.

From this angle, which also shows the design of the stairs, you can see how neatly the seating nook and storage are tucked away into the available space.

Let’s take a look around the rest of the house…

The Exterior

The design goals for the home were to incorporate a blend of European influences with a relaxed, understated elegance evocative of Southern California living. The front of the home features a low-maintenance garden with a small designated area for seating.

The Entryway

The black-framed glass front door opens to the entryway, where you’ll find stone walls, built-in storage, and wide plank white European ¾ oak floors.

The Living Room

The focal point of the living room is the Apparatus fireplace wall with Arabescato Calacatta marble.

The Kitchen

The kitchen includes stainless steel appliances, floor-to-ceiling white oak cabinetry, black hardware, and marble countertops.

The Dining Room

The formal dining area showcases a statement plaster wall, while black-framed glass doors open to the backyard.

The Yard And Swimming Pool

The yard was transformed into a private oasis with a 50-year-old coastal live oak tree, a Balinese water fountain, 60-year-old Manzanilla olive trees, and a resort-style quartz pool.

The Home Office

The home office has a dramatic appearance, with dark gray walls, a minimalist light fixture, tall white curtains, a curved desk, and a colorful rug.

The Primary Bedroom

The primary bedroom has textured walls similar to the dining room and a fireplace and recessed television.

The En-Suite Bathroom And Walk-In Closet

The expansive en-suite bathroom has a white freestanding soaking tub, a glass-enclosed shower for two, and a marble double vanity. There’s also a walk-in closet with plenty of storage.

The Guest Bedrooms

Each guest bedroom has its own look, with the second having its own private outdoor space that has views of the backyard.

The Guest Bathrooms

The guest bathrooms also each have their own design, ranging from blue and green tiles to a minimalist vanity, and a more earthy look.

Photography by Todd F Goodman

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A 40 Foot Glass Wall Folds Open To Connect The Interior And Exterior Spaces Of This Home

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A 40 Foot Glass Wall Folds Open To Connect The Interior And Exterior Spaces Of This Home

Photography by Brandon Barre

Multi-disciplinary atelier Ancerl Studio has designed a modern home in Toronto, Canada, and unique to the house, is a large 40 foot folding glass wall that folds open.

Photography by Brandon Barre

Spanning across the living room and the dining room, the large opening connects the interior spaces to the outdoors, expanding the livable space.

Photography by Brandon Barre

When closed, the glass walls provide an abundance of natural light to the interior spaces. Other interesting design details found in the living room are the two bi-fold pocket doors that open up and hide away, revealing the TV and open shelving, as well as the three-sided open flame custom fireplace, that can be enjoyed from not only the living room and dining room, but also the outdoor space when the wall is opened.

Photography by Brandon Barre

Let’s take a look around the rest of the home…

The Exterior

The design of the house includes a solid front facade, with a tucked away entryway, that afforded the client the privacy they desired.

Photography by Kimberly Czornodolskyj

Photography by Brandon Barre

The Front Door And Entryway

Welcoming visitors to the home is a 7-foot wide black-framed glass pivot door, that opens into the entryway furnished with a console table and a stool. The material palette in the home includes white walls, ceilings, warm wood millwork, and white ash engineered floors.

Photography by Brandon Barre

The Scotch Lounge And Home Office

Throughout the home, there are 14-foot ceilings, which can be seen in the open plan Scotch lounge and home office. A walnut accent wall showcases a pair of floor-to-ceiling, temperature-controlled wine fridges, and both open and closed storage for the home office.

Photography by Brandon Barre

Photography by Brandon Barre

Photography by Kimberly Czornodolskyj

The Dining Room

A large shelving unit separates the dining room from the Scotch lounge, while a set of bi-fold doors open to reveal a wet bar.

Photography by Brandon Barre

The Kitchen

In the kitchen, minimalist white cabinets line the walls, while a large island provides space for multiple stools. Hidden within the cabinetry is a dedicated coffee station.

Photography by Brandon Barre

Photography by Brandon Barre

The Swimming Pool And Landscaped Garden

The outdoor space has been landscaped with a variety of different areas, including a swimming pool and deck, a lounge area with an outdoor kitchen and fireplace, and a dining area.

Photography by Kimberly Czornodolskyj

Photography by Brandon Barre

The Stairs

Wood stairs connect the various levels of the home, with a black handrail that contrasts the white wall.

Photography by Kimberly Czornodolskyj

The Hallway

A hallway with a glass ceiling connects the top of the stairs to the bedrooms.

Photography by Kimberly Czornodolskyj

The Primary Bedroom

The primary bedroom has floor-to-ceiling windows, and a sliding glass opens to a private outdoor space.

Photography by Kimberly Czornodolskyj

Photography by Brandon Barre

Photography by Kimberly Czornodolskyj

The En-Suite Bathroom

A wall of wood closets link the bedroom to the en-suite bathroom, which showcases a white vanity with large mirrors, a built-in bathtub, and a double shower with a glass surround.

Photography by Kimberly Czornodolskyj

Photography by Kimberly Czornodolskyj

Photography by Brandon Barre

The Guest Bedroom

In one of the other bedrooms, a glass door opens to a small balcony with tree views.

Photography by Brandon Barre

The Floor Plan

Here’s a look at the floor plan of the ‘Waxwing Residence’.

Architecture and Interior Design: Ancerl Studio | Builder: Maia Legacy Builder

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Walls Of Windows Offer Amazing Views From This Modern Cabin

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Walls Of Windows Offer Amazing Views From This Modern Cabin

David O’Brien Wagner of Sala Architects has completed a two-storey modern cabin in Frederic, Wisconsin, that measures in at 800 square feet (74sqm).

Designed for Nordlys Lodging Co., the MetalLark Tower lies within 140 acres of former farm fields and overlooks a small lake and surrounding trees.

The cabin, which is rented out through Airbnb, has an exterior of raw, uncoated corrugated steel that’s combined with large windows and a door that opens to an elevated deck that cantilevers over the hillside.

Each of the two levels measures in at 20×20 feet, with the entry-level containing a bedroom, bathroom, and mudroom.

A wood-lined staircase by the front door connects the upper level of the cabin.

The upper level is home to an open plan glass-walled living room, dining area, and small kitchen.

The cabin also includes a writing desk at the end of the kitchen, and a hidden pull-down murphy bunk bed tucked into the cabinetry.

To learn more, take a tour of this cabin by watching a video from YouTuber Levi Kelly as he takes a look around.

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This Recording Studio Surrounded By Trees Is Appropriately Filled With Wood

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This Recording Studio Surrounded By Trees Is Appropriately Filled With Wood

Schwartz and Architecture have designed a private recording studio and performance space in Occidental, California, that’s been built with lumber rescued from a rural barn in upstate New York.

Located within a Redwood grove, the building process of the studio was difficult as disturbing the roots of a redwood can kill the entire tree. The architects worked with both an arborist and a structural engineer, leading to the implementation of a strategic pier structure to float the studio above the ground and between the roots.

The studio, with its wood exterior, has black accents and stairs that lead to various entry points, including sliding wood slat doors, similar to barn doors.

Every material choice and architectural detail was evaluated as part of a balancing act of reclamation, acoustical isolation, reverberant control, and ecological impact. An example of this is the wood ceiling designed for acoustics, and the wood beams that show their age.

The interior of the recording studio includes a large open space with room for multiple instruments, as well as private recording rooms and a sound booth.

Photography by Bruce Damonte | Architecture firm: Schwartz and Architecture | Project Team: Wyatt Arnold, Neil O’Shea, Joshua Yoches | Acoustical Engineer: Charles M Salter and Associates, Inc. | Lighting Design: Pritchard Peck Lighting | Arborist: Noonan’s Tree Care | Structural Engineer: Yu Structural Engineers | Contractor: Fairweather and Associates

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Before & After – This Renovated Mid-Century Modern Home Is Updated For Contemporary Living

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Before & After – This Renovated Mid-Century Modern Home Is Updated For Contemporary Living

Surfside Projects has completed the renovation of a mid-century modern home in Cardiff-by-the-Sea, California, and transformed what was once a dated and tired house into a bright and welcoming residence.

Let’s take a look at the changes…

The Exterior

The original 1957 front yard was had a large asphalt driveway with a garage to the side, while the front door was located behind a low brick wall.

Photography by Surfside Projects

The updated exterior showcases more usable green space and a permeable grass driveway, while an all-new pavilion stands out by the tall-angled roofline with blue accents, and hexagonal pavers lead to the yellow front door.

Photography by Darren Bradley Photography

Photography by Darren Bradley Photography

Photography by Tomoko H. Matsubayashi

The Living Room And Dining Area

The before photos of the interior show that the space was separated into different rooms for different activities, like the living room and dining room, with a pony wall and the kitchen wall separating the two.

Photography by Surfside Projects

The new and updated living room, dining area, and kitchen all share an open floor plan. The living room is defined by a curved couch, built-in shelving, and a beach-inspired mural.

Photography by Tomoko H. Matsubayashi

Photography by Tomoko H. Matsubayashi

The dining area has been furnished with a white dining table and a colorful 3-panel art piece on the wall. A skylight adds natural light to the space.

Photography by Darren Bradley Photography

The Kitchen

The original kitchen had wood front cabinets, a tile countertop, and dated appliances.

Photography by Surfside Projects

The new kitchen is open plan with a large island, wood cabinets, white countertops, and a fridge that’s covered with part of the living room mural.

Photography by Tomoko H. Matsubayashi

A large sliding door opens to the outdoor kitchen and yard.

Photography by Darren Bradley Photography

The Outdoor Space

Previously, the outdoor space had a concrete patio and a few planter boxes.

Photography by Surfside Projects

The new outdoor space includes an outdoor kitchen with a built-in BBQ, a blue hexagonal tile patio, a fire bowl with lounge chairs, a colorful planter and artwork, and a grassy yard. Due to California state drought conditions, landscaping mandated low mow/drought tolerant grass, succulents, and cacti.

Photography by Tomoko H. Matsubayashi

Photography by Tomoko H. Matsubayashi

The Bedrooms

The new main bedroom at the front of the house shows the angled wood ceiling and the wrap around clerestory windows.

Photography by Darren Bradley Photography

A secondary bedroom has similar clerestory windows and a sliding door that opens to the yard.

Photography by Tomoko H. Matsubayashi

The Bathroom

In the bathroom, a bright blue vanity is topped with a white countertop, while the chevron floor tiles feature a few different colors adding interest to the room.

Photography by Darren Bradley Photography

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A Grid Of Square Black Window Frames Cover The Back Wall Of This Renovated House

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A Grid Of Square Black Window Frames Cover The Back Wall Of This Renovated House

Architecture and interior design firm Ancerl Studio have recently completed the renovation of a tired bungalow and turned it into a contemporary home with a wall of black-framed windows at the rear of the house.

Located on a quiet tree-lined street in Toronto, Canada, the home includes a back wall made up of large format loft-style windows which are a contrast to the crisp material palette found throughout the home.

The expansive wall-to-wall black-framed windows and door frames complement the interior of the living room, which showcases a matte black fireplace and window bench. Also included in the design of the window bench is firewood storage.

In the nearby breakfast nook, the window frames match the pendant light and the chair frames.

In the upstairs primary bathroom, one entire wall is dedicated to the black-framed windows, flooding the room with natural light and creating a contrasting design element to the white walls and wood beams.

Let’s take a look at the rest of the home…

The Exterior

The home was inspired by farmhouse living, with the white exterior accented by natural white oak wood to add a warm welcome and a hint at what lies beyond.

The Black-Framed Interior Glass Doors

Connecting various areas of the interior are black-framed glass doors that provide a glimpse of the other rooms.

The Dining Room And Kitchen

Centrally located, the kitchen and dining room feature cathedral ceilings with exposed wood beams, warm wood accents, and natural materials. Oversized pendant lights complement the grand space and add a warm glow for evenings spent around the large dining table.

The Home Office

A private home office and a sunny casual breakfast nook extend off of the main area that also leads to the family room. A black accent wall provides a backdrop for the fireplace, while built-in shelving and cabinets add a storage element.

The Stairs

Black metal stair pickets and feature wall paneling, lead up to the second floor, where one is met with a catwalk overlooking the dining and kitchen space below.

The Primary Bedroom

Featuring a cathedral ceiling with exposed beams and layers of neutral soft textures and furnishings, the primary bedroom is designed as a cozy nest overlooking the lush green yard.

The En-Suite Bathroom

The white marbled spa-like bathroom includes a windowed alcove for the freestanding tub, metallic hardware, and wood accents.

Photography by Kimberly Czornodolskyj

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A Sliding Whiteboard Is A Key Feature Of This Shelving Unit Designed For Kids

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A Sliding Whiteboard Is A Key Feature Of This Shelving Unit Designed For Kids

LIFE CREATOR Design Co. has designed an apartment for a family with two children, and included in the interior, is a custom wall designed with the children in mind.

Located along one wall in the living room/music room, is a wall of shelving. Some of the shelving is dedicated to open boxes filled with decorative items, other areas are drawers for hidden storage and a specially designed section for displaying frequently read books.

The shelving unit also includes two sliding whiteboard walls that can be moved to reveal the television. At the end of the unit, there’s a small desk area.

Opposite the shelving unit is a wood door decorated with white-framed colorful houses that act as wall art and a place to pin photos and drawings.

Colorful accent walls are used throughout the home, like in the living room, dining room, and bedrooms.

Each of the bedrooms also include hardware-free built-in closets with a desk.

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