From the October/November 2024 Issue
An Englewood Split Level Gets a Makeover-Exterior
“The massing of the house is very horizontal,” architect Robert Gross says. “Outside, we featured gray wood siding treated using the Shou Sugi Ban method, a Japanese process for scorching […]
From the August/September 2024 Issue
Outdoor oasis at a country estate-Pool
The swimming pool and pavilion are on the same level, about 2 feet higher than the house to accommodate the sloped property.
From the April/May 2024 Issue
The Company We Keep-Exterior Main House
The homeowners have a lovely view of the Seaside Park guesthouse from the main house pool deck.
From the April/May 2024 Issue
The Company We Keep-Exterior Guest House
The Seaside Park guesthouse property, which shares a pool with the main house, features several balconies and two roof decks. “We also had to have room for the mechanicals, which […]
From the December 2023/January 2024 Issue
Triple Play-Back Exterior
Earthen steps with stone risers accommodate the hilly terrain.
From the December 2023/January 2024 Issue
Triple Play-Three-car garage
The three-car garage (the bays are on the opposite side of the structure) was designed to resemble a barn, with sliding wood doors and a loft, which the owners use […]
From the December 2023/January 2024 Issue
Triple Play-Main House Exterior
The main house and the rear wing (at left) create a semi-enclosed outdoor entertainment area.
From the December 2023/January 2024 Issue
Triple Play-Outdoor Kitchen
The outdoor kitchen includes areas for cooking, dining and conversation/TV watching in front of the double-sided fireplace.
From the December 2023/January 2024 Issue
Triple Play-Front Exterior
The existing lot presented a challenge because it was steeply sloped from side to side. The terrain needed to be regraded to accommodate the new 9,000-square-foot home.