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  • Minisplit Heat Pumps Efficiently Heat and Cool this House

    December 27, 2018

    Three indoor units provide the right mix of comfort and efficiency for this well-insulated but complex floor plan.

  • Creating an Entrance

    December 18, 2018

    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…

  • Choosing Standing-Seam Metal for the Roof and Walls

    December 13, 2018

    Bridger Steel panels offer the flexibility, style, and durability we wanted for our project.

  • Evening at the Vineyard

    December 11, 2018

    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

    December 4, 2018

    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)…

  • The California FHB House Air Sealing and Insulation in Pictures

    November 29, 2018

    Delta air barriers and tapes and Rockwool insulation on the interior and exterior of the building envelope are key components of this high-performance house.

  • Modern Craftsman in the Mountains

    November 28, 2018

    Living Stone Design & Build speaks a local vernacular while incorporating modern design elements.

  • Camouflaging Gutters and Hiding Downspouts

    November 27, 2018

    Clever flashing, thoroughly sealed downspouts, and custom channels behind the siding make the rain-management details all but disappear on the California FHB House.

  • Queen Anne Pavilion

    November 27, 2018

    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…

  • Installing Standing-Seam Roofing and Cladding

    November 21, 2018

    Carpenters adapt their tools and water-shedding strategies to work with standing-seam steel panels.

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