Modern Marvins
At the risk of turning my Split Foyer Remodel theme into a Twitter-ish stream (or me into a bad poet) I have posted a few other images, now that our Marvin Integrity windows have been installed along the facade and on the addition. We couldn’t be happier with the Marvins. They are beautiful, with clean lines and high performance (Ultrex fiberglass construction, paintable), and reasonably priced. We used a combination of casement and awning windows to create that “mid-century modern” look. These windows fit the bill perfectly. By placing two of the addition windows at the corner, we get a nearly unobstructed view, helping to erase the interior/exterior divide (we will continue this theme at the rear of the house on the same side). The images also show the framing for our “atomic age” front entry overhang (click on photo for larger image). The Earlier posts on this blog show some concept drawings, so you can see what this will look like when it’s finished. Next month, the new Viola Park kitchen arrives, and then on to the interior…..
Corner of Addition
- Image of Facade
- Driveway Angle of Facade
- Front Door Overhang Frame Detail
- Another overhang image
While looking for raised ranch ideas, I came across your blog… Good vision!!! I’m following this now, so it will be fun to see where it goes.
Have you taken a look at houzz.com. I see some similarities in your remodel and this one here
http://www.houzz.com/photos/909497/Julie-Moir-Messervy-Design-Studio-asian-landscape-boston
You have a very good eye — I was indeed very inspired by that home, which was featured in Messervy’s and Sarah Susanka’s book “Outside the Not So Big House” (Taunton Press 2006), but focusing on landscaping and hardscaping ideas rather than architecture. The book’s feature is entitled “Japanese Journey.” (pp. 79-85). I initially tried searching for the home’s architect, Linda Hamlin, but for some reason was unable to turn much up about the house. Thanks much! What’s great about the Hamlin home is that it is a split foyer, made into something new and fresh. That’s obviously something I support!