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Ken Gutmaker

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/.

One Hundred and Sixty Miles Apart

Imagine my surprise as I walked into my wife’s aunt’s home in Connecticut, and realizing that it is the same model house that I grew up in on Long Island.…
Home for the Holidays

Creating a warm and inviting entrance, this Farmhouse styled home evokes a traditional sense of the holidays. Happy Holidays and a Peaceful and Prosperous New Year. Photograph- http://www.kengutmaker.com
Creating an Entrance

An entry to a home can serve many purposes. As it is the first space of the house its an introduction but it also has to function well for the…
Evening at the Vineyard

This project strikes a balance between agricultural design references and the warmth of a classic home. The metal water tank (on right) was needed to satisfy fire suppression requirements. The…
Thoughtful Bath Design

Careful planning and design contribute to a relaxing bath. Graphic tile design, on the walls and floor, clear the visual space. Mounting the faucet in the center (under the window)…
Queen Anne Pavilion

Overlooking the Puget Sound on Queen Anne Hill, this garden pavilion is a dramatic modernist treat. On a sloping hillside, the “front” opens up with soaring windows. On the entry…
Little House in the City

A compact home can feel roomy if the living space expands into the yard and the neighborhood around it.
Photographing a Small Bathroom

This bath, located off a stair landing, was carved out of quite a small space. It’s no bigger than a coat closet. Using thoughtful design, and a smaller sink with…
A Desk Area Changes with its Owner

Designing for a pre-teens room provides its own specific challenges. This desk area was set up to grow with the owners changing needs. Originally the shelf height was set up…
Flexible Design

While I was photographing a cabinet showroom, the client wanted a detail shot to illustrate the flexibility of this drawer. By moving the pegs, the owner can change the layout…