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Built in the late 1980s, this Vermont house was burdened by drafts and energy-guzzling appliances. The only "green" was growing on the surrounding 180 acres of countryside. To reach the green expectations of its homeowners, the farmhouse underwent a three-phase renovation while keeping its original footprint. This created a subtle exterior transformation . New galvanized metal roofing in two colors and a cool color palette freshen the look. Airtight insulation, efficient geothermal heating and cooling, and the new metal roofing altered the structure. Additions of efficient metal-clad windows and insulated doors had equal influence on the home's style. Eco-Friendly Remodeling Mudroom Makeover Just inside the front door, the mudroom's mix of open shelving and pullouts manages the gear and mess that accompany country living . Family and guests have a bench to sit on while lacing up their shoes. Throw pillows keep the sunny seat a welcoming scene. Hooks opposite of t...

Beautiful vignette atop mirrored 3 - drawer including framed photos , small white bust , white vase of roses and an etched candle hurricane below framed blue- gray leaf patterned art . Veranda House Mirrored nightstand topped with a black and white damask tissue box holder , white glass dot vase with peony, tinned candle and white trinket box with tassel. Courtney Blanton Interiors Modern Asian foyer design with glossy black Asian console table , rustic silver faux bamboo mirror , buffet lamps, blue Asian garden stools , pink & green toile settee and hammered silver mirrored candle holder sconce . Ashley Whittaker Design Chic dining room boasts a brass bar cart lined with sterling silver scalloped tray lined with libations illuminated by a lucite candle holders . Feasby and Bleeks Chic V shaped salvaged wood console table , gold frame, mirror and wood candle holder . Dana Wolter Interiors Fantastic foyer entry with gray walls paint color , mirrored cabinet , silver cand...

Natives know where to go for a real San Francisco experience : the city's neighborhoods. What better way to make family and friends comfortable than to have them stay close by in one of Noe Valley's guesthouses. While many local guesthouses and bed-and-breakfasts have been hit by the current economic slump --and by the competition from a drop in downtown hotel prices --the good news is guests no longer have to book six months in advance and can sometimes negotiate a lower room rate . Still, most guesthouses report business is steady, at least on the weekends. In Noe Valley we are fortunate to have a mix of lodgings that serve a wide range of needs. You can find a cottage with handicapped access for grandparents, several places that welcome children, or a quiet room in a house, for a friend. In this survey, which updates our B&B roundups in the June 1997 and May 1999 issues, the Voice uncovered a variety of hospitality styles: a European- style tourist home , a fully furn...

This is for the folks who may not be super handy with a hammer. It’s for the folks who have to call up a friend or family member when a light bulb needs changing. If you’re not a fixer upper, remodeling a home is probably a little out of your scope and that’s okay! There are tons of great homes that have been recently remodeled by pros! Here’s a closer look at a few of our favorites on the market now! OZARK, MO  Located on the golf course in Millwood San Poppi , this 5 bedroom 3-1/2 bath home offers a spacious open floor plan that takes advantage of the beautiful views . Wonderful contemporary kitchen with island, granite, gas stove and built in refrigerator, fantastic main floor master suite that opens to the covered patio with fireplace, plus remodeled master bath in 2016! Upstairs media room (5th bedroom) has a private bath and a built-in wall murphy bed . A fantastic property with a contemporary flair and upgraded amenities. OZARK, MO  Just finishing a complete remodel! Priv...

Live the high life on Wisconsin’s Oconomowoc Lake, once the summertime escape for Milwaukee’s beer barons. The 16,000-square-foot “Minnewoc mansion” on the lake was listed for sale on Monday for $10.5 million. The six-bedroom, 10-bathroom home is currently the most expensive listing in southeastern Wisconsin, according to Coldwell Banker Elite broker Jon Spheeris , as well as listings on Redfin. “The setting is spectacular,” Mr. Spheeris said of the home, which sits on more than seven acres and has 800 feet of land on the water. “Oconomowoc is one of the finest lakes out here.” Once known as the “Newport of the Midwest,” the area attracted rich brewers , according to Mr. Spheeris. That included the Millers, the Schlitz  family and the Pabsts. More:  Click to Read Fairy Tale Castle Living With a Dose of Reality Minnewoc mansion is, in fact, located on Pabst Road, but was built in 1892 for another brewer: George Bullen from Chicago. He bought the land, called Minnewoc, in 1888, and spen...

Lakeside Farmhouse -Fluidesign Studio-01-1 Kindesign" width="1500" height="997" /> This lakeside farmhouse was designed by  Fluidesign Studio  in collaboration with builder Structural Dimensions , located in Mahtomedi, a city in Washington County, Minnesota. Nestled on a half- acre wooded site , this beautiful residence encompasses 2 ,400 square feet with five bedrooms and three bathrooms. Designed for a family with three children, the home’s idyllic lakefront setting provides the opportunity to enjoy summer activities … and winter too when the lake is frozen over! Lush gardens and a wraparound porch welcomes visitors to this charming home, whose design approach was to appear as if it had always existed on the property. Additional farmhouse style characteristics on the exterior facade includes dormers on the roof, custom designed corbels on the gables and cutout shakes. On the interiors, the design team put an emphasis on quality over size, focusing o...