Thursday, April 14, 2011

Master Suite Addition in Newtown, PA



This project in the suburbs of Philadelphia called for a Master Suite addition to include a bedroom, dressing room, and master bathroom.  Kudos go out to the contractor that did a fantastic job matching the existing stone facade.

Structural Bamboo Product - Lamboo

Could be an interesting idea for exposed structural members.  Would definitely create a Far East / Japanese Tea House aesthetic.  

From the website:
We are a technology company that specializes in the manufacturing of engineered bamboo for structural, architectural, and industrial applications worldwide.  Bamboo as a lingo-cellulosic fiber can be processed into products with enormous advantages in mechanical properties. In its engineered form laminated bamboo provides great durability, uniformity, and strength.  Our research and product development is focused on the following product applications:

Wednesday, April 13, 2011

Basement Renovation in Garwood, NJ



Our first project was to renovate an existing basement to create a Family Room, Bathroom, and Laundry Room / Storage.  Basements always have interesting challenges related to their existing conditions (i.e. duct work, existing utilities, drainage) and this was no different.  Utilities were discreetly tucked away in closets or cabinet panels and duct work was encased and marked the transition between spaces.  An existing sump-pump was covered by the stair landing (with access panel) which provided a entry sequence into the new Family Room.  An existing drain line was encased under a raised platform that was framed by a custom-built bar.

Monday, April 11, 2011

Sunday, April 10, 2011

marcus levine: hammer + nail works

Beautiful and awe-inspiring.  Talk about patience!  These are made out of individual nails!
marcus levine: hammer + nail works