Located in the heart of Rice Military, this central Houston custom residential design maximizes the unique opportunities of a challenging lot. Measuring just 65 feet wide by 45 feet deep, this atypical townhouse lot fronts a small public park with community garden. The majority of the custom home’s glazing faces North, allowing soft light and views of the park from each room. With a modest interior of 3275 SF, the efficient plan layout includes 3 dedicated bedrooms, a flexible office/guest suite with separate entrance, double-height living/dining room, and playroom. The master suite has a ‘flex’ room that can be opened to either the living room or bedroom. The outdoors is an integral part of the design through an additional 1800 SF of space including a covered porch, two balconies, and two roof decks.

Industrial modern in style, the brick and metal home pays homage to the area’s warehouse roots and the tin-house movement birthplace. Interior design includes polished concrete for a low-maintenance flooring choice, and contrasts with the textured brick that wraps into the interior. Soft leather panels create the staircase enclosure, and other natural textures like wool carpet and wall-mounted foliage make the home feel cozy. High-end European cabinets and lighting feel sleek, while the site-built walnut millwork and barn doors offer warmth.

Sustainable design options like permeable paving allows rainwater to soak through the driveway and sidewalk, while rain chains direct run-off from the balconies to the potted plants below. The pergola structures on the roof decks will support translucent solar panels, providing shade and over 1/3 of the energy the house requires.

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