Things that are immediately important:
Mountain View for Anne
Some wooded area and privacy for Dillon
some acreage

readiant heating
quality materials in every part of the house
minimal square footage.
Away room
screened porch
breakfast nook
fireplace
visible rafters
barrier free bathroom
mudroom
great landscaping
sewing room
innovative storage spaces
built-ins
great view of nature: woods and a stream
use technology: energy conservation
nice shop exterior entrance to home office
mother in law apartment
somewhere to sit comfortably in the kitchen
pantry

Maple Forest

Designed by: Michaela Mahady
SALA Architects Inc.

Tis is pretty much the ideal house from the outside although it is not perfect. It is a little too big and we would really like a screened porch.

First Photo, I really like this fireplace. Just a place to start the blog