steven's ideas
Full-height (1@2'W & 2@4'W x 3"H?) casement windows rather than double-hung for the south and western exposures of the kitchen, maybe also Bedroom #2, with fixed transoms above, is probably the way to go. Replicates the feel of the door exits from both rooms out onto the porch, and maximizes the view. For the floor-to-ceiling windows, think about ensembles of 2'H x 3-4'W bottom swing-out awnings topped by 4'H x 3-4'W fixed, topped by 2'H x 3-4'W fixed transoms. For the north and west ceiling vents, again 2'H x 3-4'W swing-out awnings.
An alternative in a sliding door assembly, maybe for the guest bath/tub combo.
Possible shower door for lower-level bath mimicking the bronze anodized window frames.
Great wainscoted treatment for maintaining continuity of the living/family room and the hallways down to lower level and to the master wing.
Another possible configuration of bookcase vs cabinet storage option for the living/family room west wall.
Like the mix of bookshelf/cabinet storage of different door styles and heights for the intended west wall of the living room of the Dream House design. Save the opposite east wall flanking the fireplace for bookcase-only.
Great mix of fenestration/doors.
Good tub for the guest bath, and i like the dark wall tile, given that the hallway connecting Bed#2 and Bed#3 will probably be a dark grey.
I like how the bronze shower entry mimicks the intended windows for the house. Also, the floor tiles and subway wall tiles could work for the master bath shower.
I like the panel design, which could be easily echoed in a wainscoting on neighboring walls in the living room, dining room, and hallways.
This half wall with access to faucets for both tub and opposing shower could work for guest bath.
This configuration of recessed tub followed by half wall access to shower plumbing of shower stall, each about 5-feet long by 30" wide, opposed on opposite wall with double sink vanity flanked by linen closets on either side, could work well for the 10' x 10' space. Window and door to be centered on open floor space. Consider a pocket door to minimize intrusion into the floor space.
Good example of use of same material on a shower wall as on the floor, for continuity of style. Also like the use of the turn-of-the-century grabs on the simply-styled cabinets. This look could work with preserving lots of the antiques I will be using, only contemporizing a bit.
I like this chair for a reading area of one of the bedroom suites, probably the master.
Nice clean, low-maintenance look. Do storage elsewhere in the room.
Great open design, and a color scheme that would be fabulous with a multi-color slate floor!
Perfect on the three windows! Like the island as well, and the pendant light fixtures.
Like the use of the coffered pressed tin tiles with the outer recessed lighting. Would do more fenestration, though.
Like most of the features of this kitchen, but would probably still want slate rather than porcelain tile floor for chip damage resistance.
Like the herringbone backsplash as a tribute to traditional style motifs. OK as well with the mix of white, grey, and stainless.
I like the idea of putting the range-hood combo with a window as a backsplash, particularly if you would break up into, say, three lights, with the middle one openable to encourage fresh air make-up to the range fumes, better convective elimination of aerosolized oily constituents.
Love the jade green herringbone subway tile look for a bathroom.
See full article with description of design choices illustrated with numerous photos in "Misc Household..." Favorites folder. Love the color palate of this cabinetry -- ~bronzish green/black.
A VERY! open floor plan.
Additional view of same guest room.
Nice arrangement of four bunks with built-in storage in a multi-functional guest room with a French door exit to a porch.
I like the idea of the simplicity of the large black slate slabs for a fireplace enclosure. Would mirror the multicolor slate floor motif.
Close-up of door surround woodwork style.
Love this fenestration, too!
This woodwork, fireplace, and mantel are perfect!
I like the coving of the shower/bath ceiling, and the choice of subway tile, and the towel closet immediately next to the tub.
Think of this low-pitch roof/anodized aluminum siding, percolating crushed stone perimeter to a lower support for allowing a compact aerobic septic arrangement.
I like the fenestration arrangement in this bath, as well as the idea of combining an inner and outer bath area (think putting a Jacuzzi in the outer area, with sliding door access for Bath #2 on guest end), secluded from public view by the outer courtyard wall.
And in winter!
More Green Roof design ideas.
Think of this design as part of the Green Roof!
Great brick alternative to stone porch floor treatment!
Another possibility with an outdoor fireplace if an inside one is used in either bedroom.
Great idea for covered patio extension to one or both bedrooms.
Overall best compromise for transitional room decor.
Another good period brick mantel treatment.
Surround works well with what looks to be a Heatilator.
Nice mix of brick and traditional design of wood mantel.
Larger statement for fireplace if flanked, as here, by large expanses of windows.
Like the simplicity of this fireplace concept -- would blend in with a painted wall to keep maximum spatial feel to a room, especially if the fireplace can't be located in a "centerpiece" location of the room.
I like the separation of the gas cooktop and the double electric ovens.
Here's the whole view.
Herringbone fireplace surround, and symmetric flanking bookcases.
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