Industry
Associations:
NARI, NKBA, NAHB
Professional Designation: CR, CKD, CBD,
Registered Architect on Staff
Karen King
1629 Monroe Drive
Atlanta, GA 30324
Phone: 404-876-3000
Fax: 404-876-3400
Website:
www.homerebuilders.com/
2008 Best Detached Outbuilding
Remodel
Photo by John Umberger
The owners had some
special needs after doubling the size of their four-legged family. Once
the young pups were out of their toddler phase, they took the show dog
runway by storm and racked up the show trophies. With their success came
the desire to have their masters build them a house of their own...which
they did. Challenged with designing a doghouse that did not look and
feel like a doghouse brought this project into the detached outbuilding
category. The style of the architecture and a desire to use natural
materials guided the choices of most finishes. The decision to use
granite and cedar to create the structure, as well as define spaces with
practical, durable materials within the structure was key. Aesthetically
this cottage design and use of materials made for a dramatic change to
the original backyard and to the lives of all concerned. The cottage in
the woods serves the homeowner’s needs for gardening and the dog’s need
for space. At last check-in, all seem to be living happily ever after.
National Award
2008 Best Detached Outbuilding
Remodel
