Pottery Barn Sneak Peak Christmas

I always love what Pottery Barn does for the holidays, but this year I REALLY like it ! That first picture ? Forget about it !! This year I already purchased the deer pillow. I waited too long last year and they were snapped up. Love the nostalgic feel it gives off...(just click the title of this post to take you to all things holiday at Pottery Barn.)

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latest design by ron brenner architects

I just wanted to give you a sneak preview of a new home designed by ron brenner architects.  The new modestly sized home is illustrated below.

The design is a modern interpretation - blending elements from the classic american farmhouse and the arts and crafts. 

Ron had this to say about the home:  "The design process we use is always very collaborative.  In this case Mark Sova (from Main Street Builders) developed an initial concept floor plan.  We took that and performed a number of massing studies in order to determine the best possible form for the plan.  Then we developed a pleasing fenestration.  The result is a modern interpretation of a Midwestern Farmhouse".

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Simple Living Rooms

Hello ! Sorry about my long time between post. Had some family stuff to deal with, but I'm back ! Just some eye candy today so I can get back into the swing of things ! Enjoy !

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granny flat featured in forbes

A few years ago I (ron brenner architects) designed an above garage studio apartment for the father (grandpa) of a client of mine.  The apartment was featured in a new book called In Laws, Out Laws and Granny Flats.  I have included a couple of images here.

Now Forbes.com  has picked up on the idea.  Check out the article by Ashlea Ebeling at 10 Chic Granny Flats.  

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