Welcome Back Cottage

Feeling some inspiration this morning and jumping back in after a really long nap.  A little client research along with some inspiration from my sweet wife on the current project we are working to complete.  This place on the southwest side of Michigan sparked some attention.  Simple yet crisp and creative.  White is king here, however they toned it down with stains and subtle accents in furnishings and cabinetry.

A make-up of fresh new contemporary design ideas while still incorporating the existing structure.

Scrap, clean, bolt and paint.  Well, not always that easy but as you can see they found a way to bring all those elements to life.  Exposed trusses, structural beam and pipe columns.

Check the old school roll-up shades in the windows.

The before and after.  Have that vision and stick with it.

via Contemporist

Outdoor Details

This cottage is fresh.  Just check the setting/view above.  I sometimes feel like the wraparound porch can take away from the main house but with such a kickass setting you really can't go wrong here.  It comes across a little simplistic but they do transform the vibe with the barrel roof on the porch.  I also like the way the tight lines in the railing and roof play off of one another.  And finally to top it off, the rustic qualities of the stone work that seamlessly tie the patio to the wall and steps.

via remodelista

The Sheep Cottage

A guest quarters/sheep shearers cottage with modern lines, rustic industrial finishes and crazy scenic views.  This place is hot.  Handcrafted details throughout from the metal shelving to the wood clad interior walls.

The volume is fresh and well showcased with geometric design.

via contemporist and archdaily

American Classics

A little bit of everything.  Three American classics.  The quaint and modest shingle style home, a swimming pool and a travel trailer.  All of three of these showcased together may come across basic or boring yet they're very distinct dropped here on this beach site.

A modern vibe on the interior leads to both a traditional and retro spin on the outside.  Balance and simplicity throughout displaying some genius creativity.  Check the classic Airstream.  It's an icon no doubt and here it's purpose is multifunctional serving as the pool house or overflow for visitors.  And putting themselves out there a little further with their design they drop an above ground pool on site.  A modern twist clad in white Corian.

via knstrct and Roger Ferris + Partners