The West Yard Farm By Van Ellen Sheryn Architects ($NFS) brings a dated 19th-century farm complex into modern times. The home is situated in southwest England in the middle of beautiful Dartmoor National Park. Their goal was to create a new family home, by combining the Farmhouse and the attached barn with a contemporary glass extension. The result was a home with 4 large bedrooms, sitting room, and dining room. Inside, the new modern glass addition is the kitchen and living area. The addition provides panoramic views of the grounds.
The Harutzim House by Sharon Neuman Architects ($TBA) is a great example of the popular open floor plan. The problem with older more traditional homes is you usually end up with an unused living room and dining room. With modern families it makes more sense to incorporate the eating areas and the living room into […]