C. Von Linne

Jan 072012
 

Compact and city lot friendly this design is a simple and refined three bedroom home in the Prairie style. Horizontal lines and vertical casement windows complimented with a stone base anchor the design within the roots established by Frank Lloyd Wright. With an open main floor living, kitchen, and dining, the casual space is modern living wrapped in a traditional prairie style exterior. Main floor office, laundry and powder bath compliments the first floor spaces. The second floor is traditional 3 bedrooms 2 baths with one bath being in the master bedroom suite. both first floor and second floor plans are 1034 square feet totaling 2068 square feet of conditioned living space.

J.F. Encke

Dec 242011
 

This comfortable Craftsman cottage is livable and efficient. A covered front porch welcomes visitors and provides a comfortable place to relax. The exterior detailing with board and batten and lap siding is at home in a historic neighborhood or your secluded vacation spot. Efficient planning and easy access to covered porch areas provides a comfortable and flexible living experience. A main floor office / bedroom provides flexibility for empty nesters or  a growing family. The living spaces are open and efficient for casual living and keeps the feeling cozy and affordable. The Living room has porthole windows at the public side to provide privacy and still allow ample daylight into the space and a wall of cabinetry below. A four panel sliding door opens up to let the living space flow onto the rear covered porch. The dining room is central and open and becomes part of the living and kitchen spaces. A two car garage is connected via the laundry / mudroom which is full sized to maximize efficiency and comfort.
The second floor is efficient but still provides comfortable room sizes and an open airy common loft area with access to a covered porch. Each bedroom has a walk in closet and a generous helping of windows.
Efficient to build with a small footprint the first floor is 1030 square feet and the second floor is 752 square feet totaling 1882 square feet.

William Parry

Dec 012011
 


The detailing is refined traditional. Porch columns and roof trim is streamlined and clean yet still incorporate elements of colonial cottages built in many regions of the country. Originally conceived to take advantage of an urban setting with alley access the garage could be configured to allow front access for typical suburban developments. Design elements are simple symmetrical gable roofs and window elements assembled in a casual asymmetrical building mass. Able to blend into a beach community or an urban infill lot, this house has cottage detailing and is sized to be efficient. The symmetrical and formal elevation could easily be oriented towards the street in an urban setting to establish an architectural presence in a neighborhood. This orientation creates a sense of privacy while still allowing neighbor interaction. The second story is set back so that the design might fit in with a neighborhood of single story homes.
This house has the ability to fit into a variety of site configurations. This facade would be appropriate for a suburban lot with the front porch opening to the street. This house would also work well in a rural setting oriented with rear porch or dining windows to take advantage of a view.


Able to blend into a beach community or an urban infill lot, this house has cottage detailing and is sized to be efficient. A compact design with the first floor of 913 square feet and second floor of 510 square feet totals an efficient 1423 square feet of finished living space. With both public and private covered porch areas the living space is enlarged and flows into the outdoors. Kitchen and living and dining spaces are combined and open for casual modern living. The living and dining spaces are defined with window placement and ceiling detailing. A main floor bedroom could easily function as a simple guest room or home office. The garage door is oriented to the side to be less prominent and take advantage of a possible alley access. The second floor is all about efficiency and encompass a mere 510 square feet. The room configuration allows for windows on three sides of each bedroom so they are bright and feel more spacious. Efficient closets and bath with linen storage complete the comfortable but utilitarian room configuration.

Jenkins

Nov 172011
 


Ample covered outdoor living space expands the living area for entertainment or relaxing. Both the dining and living spaces are oriented and aligned with the covered porch areas to enhance vistas or views. The design is a modern interpretation of the prairie style that was so popular in the early half of the 1900′s. The detailing is clean and the spaces are open and comfortable. With traditional forms the interior spaces are open and flow both visually and functionally to the outdoor living spaces. Main floor master bedroom suite is a secluded retreat from the public spaces. Originally considered for a city corner lot with views to the private side the front is semi private and the living spaces are open and are best enjoyed in a mild climate.

Vaulted ceilings at the public spaces create a dramatic experience that flows to the outdoor living areas. Upstairs has two generous bedrooms with walk in closets that share a single full bathroom. The stairwell is open with windows that flood light to the lower level.


First floor area is 1481 square feet
second floor area 739 square feet
total 2220 square feet.

Garage area is 504 square feet.
Covered porch area at living and dining is 478 square feet and 252 square feet at master bedroom.
Uncovered deck area at living room is 375 square feet.

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