Sunny Slope

No structure is better suited to water than a ship, which was the inspiration for this waterfront home. The Sunny Slope is an imaginative addition to an existing cottage, providing stunning views and three floors of living space, all within a charming shingle-style design.  The obstacle of this project was the high risk erosion of the property, which limited our design of the guest addition to a crescent-shaped footprint.  Being able to fit a beautiful plan to this unique shape was an enormous, but fulfilling, challenge.

Connected to the main house by a glass-covered walkway, this addition functions as an autonomous home, complete with its own kitchen, dining room, sitting areas and four bedroom suites.  Oval windows, multi-level decks, and a fourth-story “crow’s nest” are just a few of the home’s ship-like design elements.

Architecture & Interior Architecture by Visbeen Architects

Built by Dan Vos Construction

Interiors by Via Design

Kessler

The Kessler is a contemporary dream come true. This sprawling two-story home is distinctive in design and aesthetic. Utilizing simple shapes, clean lines, and unique materials, the exterior of the home makes a strong impression.

Large, single-paned windows light up the interior spaces. The main living area is an open space, including the foyer, sitting room, dining area and kitchen. Also on the main level are a screened porch, dual patios, exercise room, master bedroom and guest suite.

The lower level offers two additional guest suites, an entertainment center and game room, all with daylight windows.

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Built by Bouwkamp Builders

Highfield

The Highfield is a luxurious waterfront design, with all the quaintness of a gabled, shingle-style home. The exterior combines shakes and stone, resulting in a warm, authentic aesthetic. The home is positioned around three wings, each ending in a set of balconies, which take full advantage of lake views.

The main floor features an expansive master bedroom with a private deck, dual walk-in closets, and full bath. The wide-open living, kitchen, and dining spaces make the home ideal for entertaining, especially in conjunction with the lower level’s billiards, bar, family, and guest rooms. A two-bedroom guest apartment over the garage completes this year-round vacation residence.

 

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Warren

If you missed touring this award-winning design in person during the Spring Parade of Homes, do not fret.  Your pictorial tour is here!

Building a new home in an old neighborhood can present many challenges for an architect.  The Warren's design is a beautiful example of an exterior which blends with the surrounding structures, while the floor plan takes advantage of the available space.

A traditional façade, combining brick, shakes and wood trim enables the design to fit well in any early 20th century borough.  Copper accents and antique-inspired lanterns solidify the home's vintage appeal.

Despite the exterior throwback, the interior of the home offers the latest in amenities and layout.  Spacious dining, kitchen and hearth areas open to a comfortable back patio on the main level, while the upstairs offers a luxurious master suite and three guest bedrooms.

For more photos of this design, please visit the gallery of our website - www.visbeen.biz > gallery > residential projects > american neighborhood > warren.

Builder: Insignia Homes
Architecture & Interior Architecture Design: Visbeen Architects
Interior Designer: Francesca Owings
Kitchen Design: Todd Wiley / TruKitchens
Landscaping: Rooks Landscaping