Monday, November 21, 2011

Murphy Residence - Small House Design


Conceptual design - West facade













When we met with the homeowners of this waterfront property, they were excited to make improvements that would allow for greater comfort and enjoyment of their seasonal Vermont home and its beautiful views of Lake Champlain and the surrounding mountains.

This project is a work-in-progress and includes plans to:
  • Add a dormered second story with a master bedroom and bathroom (on the north side), a guest bedroom and bathroom, a sitting area and balcony
  • Expand the first floor kitchen, entry, and stairway to second floor
  • Raise the house above flood level
  • Minimize the expansion of the footprint as much as possible
Below are two additional views of the conceptual plan for the lakeside cottage, as well as "before" and "under construction" photography:

Conceptual design - North & west facades












Conceptual design - South & east facades












"Before" - North & west facades















"Before" - South facade


"Before" - East facade



"Under construction" - Raised and getting additional foundational piers



"Under construction" - Expanded interior stairway leading to second floor



"Under construction" - West facade, the house is beginning to take on its new look

View of Lake Champlain from the home's second floor

Lake Champlain

Stay tuned! We will continue to post updates and progress on the Murphy project as developments occur.

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