Architecture and Design - Page 92 of 149

A Window Seat with a Garden View
When Bill Mastin started working with Michael and Lianne, they expressed a fondness for the cozy quarters in their vintage 1920s bungalow. They needed to enlarge the house a bit…
Office Above, Tokonoma Below
The landing at the top of the stair in this San Francisco row house is flanked by an idiosyncratic wedge-shaped piece of space. Its ceiling ranges from 4 ft. to…
Bookshelf Divider Unites House
The rear portion of the clients’ house was split in half by a wall that created two too-small areas: one a back entry/mudroom, the other a breakfast alcove. Architect Lynn…
Save Energy with a Cool Roof
A cool roof can be a good energy-saving option. Reflective roofing improves comfort and reduces cooling costs in the Deep South and anywhere the sun shines.
Designed for Density
A big house on an infill lot embraces its historic neighborhood and proves that buyers are willing to pay for energy efficiency.
How it Works: Urban heat island
An urban heat island can cause a host of problems, including smog formation and the excessive reliance on air-conditioning in summer months.
Transitioning with exterior gateways
Although we don't always think of them, we frequently use exterior gateways on our way to entering a house. Architect and designer Katie Hutchison offers a survey of various entry…
Designing for Privacy and Views
In a dense neighborhood, a small, modern home embraces a secluded outdoor space.
Sliding Shutters for a Cold Climate
This modern approach to traditional storm windows offers better air-sealing and thermal insulation.
Timber-Framing the Views
Outdoor places over indoor living spaces are just one way this house makes the most of its spectacular site.

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