Houses By Design

Connected in Antiquity
Old and new is combined in this modern take on the classic connected farmhouse, with a Greek-revival home at one end and a barn at the other.
House of Rusted Steel
Matching design details to standard-size Corten steel panels inside and out achieved a clean look with a minimum of metal fabrication.
A Custom Design for Privacy on Demand
Multifunction walls and panels allow for both flexibility and privacy in this Oregon home.
Fire-Ready and Nontoxic Modern Ranch
This solar-powered ranch was designed to meet local fire-resistance requirements, including noncombustible roofs and siding with reduced flammability.
Flood-Ready Passive House
This deep-energy retrofit is the first certified Passive House and net-positive residence in Cold Spring, N.Y.
Retrofitting One Wall at a Time
A retrofit to meet the Passive House standard means upgrading windows, walls, and insulation.
Pivot-Point Solution
Site restrictions and environmental concerns required a "bend" at the center of the house, which keeps the scale in check.
Historic House, Contemporary Floor Plan
Major changes were made in this whole-house remodel to create a modest and period-appropriate look.
High Design at Home in Nature
A net-zero home sited to connect to its rural setting earns LEED for Homes certification.
Retrofit of a Timber-Frame Farmhouse
A design/build team performs a small miracle on a dilapidated 1850s home.

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