The Story
Client Goals
Our clients approached us in their search for a custom home in the craftsman style, along with open-concept living spaces, tons of natural light, functional storage, and enough room for the whole family—especially in their lively kitchen. Our clients also needed a home that would prioritize energy efficiency, reducing long-term environmental impacts and energy costs.
The Plan
The Exterior
Using our proven design-build process, we carefully analyzed the family’s needs and goals. We were able to design a custom family home with plenty of charm and energy-efficient upgrades.
For the home’s exterior, we used a combination of siding textures in complimentary blue tones to create a beautiful layering effect that truly honors the craftsman style. Natural stone and cement board add to the look and make for easy maintenance. A timber truss was carried from the exterior to the double height interior main living space and left exposed, adding the farmhouse touch.
Stepping inside the home, the craftsman style continues with open-concept living, natural materials, and a captivating interior color palette. We used natural tones with splashes of blue paired with various tile, paint, and wood wall finishes to create a backdrop unique to each space’s function. The open-concept floor plan throughout the main level floods the space with natural light and provides seamless connectivity between the living room, kitchen, and dining room. Also on the main floor is the master bedroom and bath, and a mudroom with laundry and a shower for washing the dogs (and kids) after a muddy day.
The craftsman kitchen features lots of counter space and an oversized, central island for gathering and storage. We incorporated layered lighting and textures, added as many windows as possible for easy natural light, and included functional appliances and a large pantry.
In our pursuit of a modern, sustainable home, we included a geothermal heating system, highly insulated walls and roof, and low-maintenance landscaping. These upgrades provide year-round comfort while significantly reducing the home’s overall energy use and carbon footprint.
The Interior
Stepping inside the home, the craftsman style continues with open-concept living, natural materials, and a captivating interior color palette. We used natural tones with splashes of blue paired with various tile, paint, and wood wall finishes to create a backdrop unique to each space’s function. The open-concept floor plan throughout the main level floods the space with natural light and provides seamless connectivity between the living room, kitchen, and dining room. Also on the main floor is the master bedroom and bath, and a mudroom with laundry and a shower for washing the dogs (and kids) after a muddy day.
Craftsman Kitchen
The basement features details small and large that make it the perfect place for entertaining for parents and children.
The Stairway
The stairway to the second floor is a focal point as you walk in from their main point of entry, the mudroom.
Specific design elements like a wide pathway and wrap around steps give the stairway a grandiose feel. These elements were purposeful as the family wanted to take photos on the stairway each year as the family grew.
The style of the staircase is clean and open with minimal lines and features iron spindles and a handrail that seems to continue up from the floor.
The Girls Bathroom
A truly unique feature in this home is the second story bathroom that is created for their daughters to share.
The design features elegant and feminine touches including geometric wallpaper and gold finishes throughout.
It features three sinks with storage, enclosed lavatory, and two separate showers.
Indoor/Outdoor Living
Having multiple spaces to spend time with family and friends was important to our clients as we designed their forever home. This included inside their home, but also outside.
There is a large sliding glass door as you exit the basement that goes directly to the patio. The back patio is made of stamped concrete and the structural columns in the back also have the same stone as the front of the house, tying the design together.
On the first floor, there are multiple access points to the balcony. The balcony features a dual sided fireplace that is also accessed in the living room, and doorways from the main living area and also the primary bedroom.
A portion of the deck is covered, defining the space without closing it off. An added benefit is shelter from natural elements.
The Powder Room
As you walk through the front entrance, there is an immediate pop of art deco that sets the tone for the entire home.
The white and black hexagonal floor tiles of the front entrance as well as the geometric theme of the powder room set the stage the coloring combinations and general style that will be seen throughout the home.
