Posts tagged design
Contempo Mountainside Development
Contempo Mountainside Development

They're finally up! Photos of a project I designed a couple of years ago. An 11-unit mountainside development. It's a BEAUT!

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Green BuildingAshley Hopwood Farrarremodel, mountain, house, design, sugarloaf, construction, interior design, cozy, family, character, high performance, locally sourced, ERV, bathroom, kitchen, renovation, dining room, mudroom, bedroom, loft, laundry, air quality, ceramic tile, large window, shop window, architecture
Twinbrook Remodel
Twinbrook Remodel

Pro photos of this stunner are finally here! An extensive remodel of this family's mountain home. We revamped the kitchen, dining, living room, bathrooms, flooring, and lighting.

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Remodel Renovation, Green BuildingAshley Hopwood Farrarremodel, mountain, house, design, sugarloaf, construction, interior design, cozy, family, character, high performance, locally sourced, ERV, bathroom, kitchen, renovation, dining room, mudroom, bedroom, loft, laundry, air quality, ceramic tile, large window, shop window, architecture
Modern Spanish Home
Modern Spanish Home

It's finally here! Check out this ground-up house I designed for/with my high school friend several years ago. A Spanish-style 4-bedroom that's super light and soothing.

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Green BuildingAshley Hopwood Farrarremodel, mountain, house, design, sugarloaf, construction, interior design, cozy, family, character, high performance, locally sourced, ERV, bathroom, kitchen, renovation, dining room, mudroom, bedroom, loft, laundry, air quality, ceramic tile, large window, shop window, architecture
Sugarloaf Remodel
Sugarloaf Remodel

After two years of design & construction, the Sugarloaf remodel "after" photos have arrived! We turned this home away from home into a functional mountain retreat for THREE generations of family members.

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Remodel Renovation, Green BuildingAshley Hopwood Farrarremodel, mountain, house, design, sugarloaf, construction, interior design, cozy, family, character, high performance, locally sourced, ERV, bathroom, kitchen, renovation, dining room, mudroom, bedroom, loft, laundry, air quality, ceramic tile, large window, shop window, architecture
How to Prepare for a Renovation or New Home Project
How to Prepare for a Renovation or New Home Project

I have clients who come to me VERY prepared and others who, well, not so much. If you approach your project with the right information, you can save time, money, and headaches. Here are a few ways to prepare…

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Design DIY, Navigate the Industry, Remodel RenovationAshley Hopwood Farrarrenovation, new home, project, houzz, pinterest, program, rooms, functions, budget, ideal budget, contingency fund, priorities, energy efficiency, air quality, functional, siting, materials, construction, land survey, utility, building department, appliances, plumbing, fixtures, referrals, architecture, design, DIY
The Pretty Good House
The Pretty Good House

You may be thinking… “It costs a fortune to build a sustainable house! I can’t afford that!” Fear not, there are relatively affordable solutions to this problem. And thankfully, some really smart people put it all together and gave it an awesome name… the PRETTY GOOD HOUSE.

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Design DIY, Industry News, Navigate the Industry, Remodel Renovation, Green BuildingAshley Hopwood Farrarpassive house, passive, sustainable, Pretty Good House, LEED, environmentally friendly, architect, Building Science Discussion Group, design, design diy, remodel, energy audit, recycle, aesthetics, local economy, universal design, building footprint, structure, energy efficient, insulation, air sealing, energy system, photovoltaic system, solar panel, hydro power, wind power, air-source heat pump, minisplits, heat pump water heaters, Energy Recovery Ventilator, Heat Recovery Ventilator, low maintenance
Behind the Scenes: Who Are All These Consultants?
Behind the Scenes: Who Are All These Consultants?

Behind the Scenes! A series of posts to help you understand what I’m doing back here. You know, behind the scenes. Up next, Build Your Team!

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Navigate the IndustryAshley Hopwood Farrarconsultants, builder, contractor, design, project manager, schematic design, Land Surveyor, property, topography, structural engineer, foundation, floor plan, roof plan, civil engineer, grading, drainage, environmental impact, mechanical engineer, hvac, lighting designer, lighting, light fixture, building enclosure specialist, interior designer, landscape design, permit expediter, realtor
Behind the Scenes: Designing A Home
Behind the Scenes: Designing A Home

Behind the Scenes! A series of posts to help you understand what I’m doing back here. You know, behind the scenes. Up next, Designing A House!

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Navigate the Industry, Design DIYAshley Hopwood Farrardesign, autoCAD, as-builts, measurements, schematic design, floor plans, site plan, demolition plan, elevations, sections, contractor, integrated project delivery, energy consultant, design documents, roof plan, electrical plan, dimension plan, interior elevations, HVAC, engineer, construction documents, exterior material spec, fire rating, permit
Cozy Modern San Diego Home
Cozy Modern San Diego Home

A unique and stunningly beautiful home for this San Diego couple.

I can’t tell you how excited I am to finally publish this project: my parents house!

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Design DIY, Minimalist LivingAshley Hopwood Farrardesign, architect, contractor, modern, cozy, san diego, minimalist, minimalism, bedroom, bathroom, office, kitchen, open concept, dining room, living area, deck, upside-down living, privacy, natural light, master suite, coastal, return on investment, ROI, workshop, carport, FAR, floor area ratio, double shed roof, clerestory, solar panels, multi-panel door, Indonesia
Integrated Project Delivery: It’s Common Sense
Integrated Project Delivery: It’s Common Sense

IPD is the simple, common sense way to build.

I’ve written a couple articles about project delivery methods. But there’s one method I haven’t written about yet, which is crazy because it’s my favorite. It’s called Integrated Project Delivery.

Most homeowners don’t even know IPD exists but it’s quickly gaining popularity with building industry pros.

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Navigate the Industry, Design DIYAshley Hopwood Farrarproject delivery method, integrated project delivery, homeowner, architect, architecture, contractor, design, Construction, collaborative, builder, engineer, lighting, schematic, construction documents, save money, contract, communication, American Institute of Architects, home remodel, Renovation, remodel
DIY Design: Where To Put Furniture
DIY Design: Where To Put Furniture

5 steps to create a comfortable and welcoming space.

Most designers can turn a cramped, claustrophobic room into a spacious, safe haven. I want to equip you with the basic tools to feel the love in your space. I want you to be your own designer!

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Design DIY, Tiny LivingAshley Hopwood Farrarspace planning, tiny living, tiny home, interior design, DIY, sustainable, design, small floor plan, small living room, narrow living room, small house design, small bedroom plan, small living room plan, circulation space, bar chairs, dining chairs, hallway width