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From vacation getaways to contemporary abodes, stellar designs wowed the judges
This kitchen is in the home that won second place in Historic Renovation/Restoration (50 Years or Older), by Maison Birmingham with Brian Neeper Architecture, PC and Jessica Neeper Interiors.
PHOTOGRAPHER MARTIN VECCHIO
Designer’s Goals
“A 1910 brick Colonial was lovingly updated by restoring the original woodwork, repurposing materials, and bringing the home into the present.” — Anahi Hollis Design
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MARTIN VECCHIO
MARTIN VECCHIO BETH SINGER
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ANAHI HOLLIS DESIGN
A 1910 brick Colonial was lovingly updated by restoring the original woodwork, repurposing materials, and bringing the home into the present. With limited square footage, creativity was needed to achieve an impactful kitchen featuring a restored Detroit-made Chrysler icebox. A glamorous first-floor powder room is the result of combining an unused rear staircase and coat closet. An antique dresser serves as a vanity, and the original soapstone from the kitchen was repurposed for the countertop and backsplash.
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SMALL-SPACE REMODEL (UP TO 1,000 SQUARE FEET)
JEFF GARLAND 2nd
MARTIN VECCHIO
Designer’s Goals
CLARK + ALDINE
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MAINSTREET DESIGN BUILD
The kitchen layout was challenged by a path crossing through the workspace, and a main entry point cutting through the kitchen. The entry points were moved to each end, and a nook archway to the family room, rear entry, and mudroom was completely opened. Removing all cabinetry from the rear wall gives the kids a place to gather: the oversized island. Keeping the rear wall cabinet-free made it possible to add new, larger windows overlooking the gorgeous pool.
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CLARK + ALDINE
ADDITION PROJECT (ARCHITECTURE)
Designer’s Goals
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CHRIS MIELE
BETH SINGER BETH SINGER
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M1DTW ARCHITECTS
The homeowners of the Adare House, built in 1963, wanted a new four-car garage to replace their aging two-car carport. Viewed from the street, the height, proportion, and materiality of the garage present a quiet, seamless extension of the original house. The pavilion-like structure is clad in a painted poly-ash siding. The interior reveals the garage’s shed-like utilitarian qualities as well as unique qualities such as the diffuse daylighting provided by the expanse of polycarbonate wall.
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GLENDA MEADS ARCHITECTS with Petrucci Homes 03
LARGE REMODEL (MORE THAN 1,000 SQUARE FEET)
MARTIN VECCHIO GREG LAMARCO 2nd
BETH SINGER
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DAYNA FLORY INTERIORS with Masterworks
The original home had dark colors and finishes; bringing in light to achieve a fluid feeling between spaces was the main design objective. In the foyer, white floor-to-ceiling wainscoting was installed. This drenched the stairs in light and added classic sophistication. The original kitchen was completely closed off from the rest of the house, so all the walls were removed — making the kitchen the true heart of the home. The residence is now an elegant, livable space.
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NEW MODEL HOME (ARCHITECTURE)
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JEFF BARA
Designers’ Goals
“The Bouverie model home is designed around an open-plan concept with dramatic sight lines throughout.” — Martini Samartini Design Group with Paul Anthony Homes
SKYVIEW EXPERTS, LLC
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The Bouverie model home is designed around an open-plan concept with dramatic sight lines throughout. The foyer has stepped ceiling details and the staircase floats from one floor to the next. The main family, kitchen, and dining spaces share one taller ceiling with floor-to-ceiling window detailing. On the exterior, white brick contrasts with dark-brown trim accents. Steeply pitched hip roofs and wing walls on each end of the residence anchor the home to the site.
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ROBERTSON HOMES 03
TOLL BROTHERS
WAYUP MEDIA
APARTMENT/LOFT/CONDO
WERNER STRAUBE PHOTOGRAPHY
Designer-Chic!
“Yellow is the home’s common thread, and shows up on fabrics and wallcoverings.” — Laura Zender Design
BRETT MOUNTAIN TEXTURE PHOTOGRAPHY
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LAURA ZENDER DESIGN
The clients wanted a light and bright turnkey home. Inspiration came from the primary color palette found in their original Leroy Neiman prints, which were framed and hung in the dining nook. Yellow is the home’s common thread, and shows up on fabrics and wallcoverings. The walls were painted a high-key white to contrast with the dark cabinetry. Furnishings on the rooftop deck feature yellow-and-white cabana stripes — it’s a fun and whimsical space perfect for loft living!
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CONCETTI 03
DESROSIERS ARCHITECTS with Patricia Prose
OVERALL HOME
KARL MOSES
RAFAEL GAMO JUSTIN MACONOCHIE
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MARTINI SAMARTINO DESIGN GROUP with Johnson Custom Homes | Peggy G. Sass Interiors
Situated on five rolling acres, this 3,950-square-foot, three-bedroom home takes advantage of the panoramic views. The foyer, with its glass floor, connects the private owner’s suite to the home’s public areas. Upon entering the main living portion, a bold staircase leads to the finished lower level. The soaring cathedral ceiling sends your eye to the large window wall anchoring the family room. A screened-in outdoor loggia allows access to the main living spaces and the owner’s suite.
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IANNUZZI STUDIO with Elizabeth Fields Design 03
MCINTOSH PORIS ASSOCIATES
VACATION HOME IN MICHIGAN
JEFF GARLAND 2nd
JEFF GARLAND
Architects’ Goals
“Walls of double-hung windows provide views through the home to the lake beyond and flood the home with natural light.” — Angelini & Associates Architects
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ANGELINI & ASSOCIATES ARCHITECTS
The lakeside view of this home presents a dramatic impression, perched on the rim of a hill. Walls of double-hung windows provide views through the home to the lake beyond and flood the home with natural light. French doors are thrown open to the dining terrace, sheltered by the classically detailed porch. The stone-clad lower level provides a bunk room for grandchildren and a walkout level for entertaining. This home is warm, elegant, and timeless.
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MEADOWLARK DESIGN+BUILD with Surroundings Interior Design 03
JONES-KEENA & CO. with Saroki Architecture
BETH SINGER 3rd
RAFAEL GAMO
Designers’ Goals
“A layout of clustered pavilions creates a sense of the building unfolding as it is experienced.” — Iannuzzi Studio with Elizabeth Fields Design
JUSTIN MACONOCHIE MARTIN VECCHIO
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IANNUZZI STUDIO with Elizabeth Fields Design
An elegant form and façade are balanced with a dramatic, playful interior. A layout of clustered pavilions creates a sense of the building unfolding as it is experienced. From each room, windows frame views of both the beautiful natural setting and other components of the home itself. In this way, the outside is constantly invited into the home. It’s an ongoing conversation among the sublime modern exterior, the grand but warm interior, and the natural surroundings.
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SERBA INTERIORS with Lucid Architecture 03
STERLING DEVELOPMENT CORP. with Jones-Keena & Co.
Designers’ Insights
“The goal for this project was to create a two-family home that feels like a singlefamily home.” — Josh Henry Design with Seeley Arc
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WAYUP MEDIA
PATRICK BOSSE KAY LAIR
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JOSH HENRY DESIGN with Seeley Arc
The goal for this project was to create a two-family home that feels like a single-family home. Relationships of lines, bold graphics, and materials visually break up the spaces while maintaining balance. Situated between commercial and residential architecture, the design pulls inspiration from both to create a seamless transition. The black roofline and overhang, combined with the large vertical corrugated graphic on the side of the home, act as a conceptual exoskeleton to protect the internal spaces.
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ALLEGRETTI ARCHITECTS INC. 03
DESROSIERS ARCHITECTS with EastWest Construction
MARTIN VECCHIO
BETH SINGER KARL MOSES
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PETRUCCI HOMES with Krieger Klatt Architects
This traditional, timeless custom home was carefully situated to take advantage of daylight, views, and the natural topography. An expansive front porch stretches across the front of the home, providing charm and depth. At the rear of the home, adjacent to the great room, a large terrace is perched above the landscape. A stone fireplace anchors this space and allows for various dining and seating options. The bedrooms are in a separate wing, for privacy.
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VANBROUCK | LUXE HOMES with Ellwood Interiors Inc. 03
MARTINI SAMARTINO DESIGN GROUP
WERNER STRAUBE PHOTOGRAPHY
Color Insights
“The eggshell tone dominating the exterior works beautifully with the creamy beige shutters and shake shingles, giving off a calm presence.” — TR Design Group with Main Street Homes
JEFF GARLAND BETH SINGER
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TR DESIGN GROUP with Main Street Homes
This charming home is built on an infill lot with a reverse slope. The condition resulted in the first floor being elevated six feet above natural grade at the front of the home. A raised courtyard, staggered grade levels, and a retaining wall worked wonders. The eggshell tone dominating the exterior works beautifully with the creamy beige shutters and shake shingles, giving off a calm presence. The interior incorporates vibrant tones — a playful complement to the tranquil exterior.
