Ken Gutmaker - Fine Homebuilding Facebook LinkedIn Email Pinterest Twitter Instagram Plus Icon Close Icon Navigation Search Icon
Main Menu
Subscribe
Subscribe
Main Menu Subscribe

Ken Gutmaker

Author Headshot

Ken Gutmaker is an architectural photographer based in San Francisco. He has been photographing homes for national publications for over 20 years. His recent books include; Inside the Not So Big House, The Farmhouse and The Barefoot Home. More of his work can be seen at http://www.kengutmaker.com/.

  • The Wall Slips Away

    In this renovated Victorian home in San Francisco, these glass sliders open to let the room expand to the second floor deck. Beams were added to support the wide opening…

  • A Room Transformed

    This elegant living room space had “a long road to travel” to get to its current state. The designer puts it this way . . . “You know those silly…

  • Classic Farmhouse… Views from inside and out.

    This view of the North side of the farmhouse is one of my favorites.  It shows the volume of the building and also feels like a timeless moment.    …

  • Bathroom Renovation

    A great cast iron sink with two faucets anchors this bright and sunny bathroom. Designed for a family with three small children, this bathroom is functional and playful at the…

  • A Bright and Open Kitchen

    Clean lines and a bright palate help define this open kitchen. Each element, including the tile backsplash, light countertops, white cabinets with sleek drawer pulls, contribute to the rooms overall…

  • “Eight Ball, Corner Pocket”

    This is a dynamic and creative solution to a nagging problem in almost all kitchens. The corner space between cabinets is a difficult area to access and use in a…

  • California Dreamin

    In California many design decisions come back to opening up your home to the outdoors. This can vastly expand ones usable square footage without adding any building expense, which comes…

  • A Loft Bedroom

    The exposed wood support beam, along with angles created by roof eves shapes the experience of this loft bedroom.  A clean palate, natural wood floors, white walls and white exterior…

  • A Bedroom with room to dream

    Although deceptively simple in design this well thought out bedroom is gracious and soothing. The materials used and sparse furnishings add up to a quiet and serene space.   Radical…

  • A Room of One’s Own

    Creating a space that is dedicated to a specific activity is a glorious way to get things done. Whether it is a woodshop, painting studio, writers room, or gardening shed,…

Most Popular

  1. 1

    How to Patch a Large Hole in Drywall

  2. 2

    Podcast Episode 180: Rigid Foam Over Roofs, Warm-Climate Insulation Details, and Fuel-Efficient Work Trucks

  3. 3

    Rigid-Foam Insulation

  4. 4

    Deck Ledger Mounting System for Masonry Veneer (and Other Challenging Cladding)

  5. 5

    Podcast Episode 176: When Are Compromises on Quality Materials Worth the Savings?

Fine Homebuilding Magazine

Build smarter. Join the Fine Homebuilding community.

Fine Homebuilding

Follow

Newsletter

Get home building tips, offers, and expert advice in your inbox

Membership & Magazine

Taunton Network

© 2019 The Taunton Press, Inc. All rights reserved.

Follow

Become a Member

Become a member and get instant access to thousands of videos, how-tos, tool reviews, and design features.

Start Your Free Trial