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    Live outside the box.
    Live outside the box.
    Creating a home from a Quonset Hut is not a new idea. But Quonset Huts can be dark. We turned the hut so that the arch opened to the south to maximize sunlight.

    A utilitarian building like a Quonset Hut can look cheap. Mixing shapes, materials, and changing the orientation elevates a simple structure.
    Front Porch
    Front Porch
    The front door is recessed into the supporting wall of the Quonset Hut for an unexpected negative space.
    Entry
    Entry
    The entry immediately presents a rich palette of textures and shapes to draw the eye in.
    Living
    Living
    The living room is spacious, with room allotted for a suspended fireplace for those in cooler climates.
    Eating
    Eating
    The first floor offers open concept living, with space for intimate gatherings and large parties.
    Eating
    Eating
    Eating
    Eating
    Cooking
    Cooking
    A u-shaped kitchen offers expansive work surfaces and ample storage.
    Cooking
    Cooking
    Cooking
    Cooking
    Powder Room
    Powder Room
    A dainty half bath is tucked under the stairs just off the kitchen and opposite the large laundry/utility room.
    Stairs
    Stairs
    The stairs may be the best part of this house, with the ceiling curving far over head. It's the perfect place for a statement light fixture.
    Sleeping
    Sleeping
    There are many ways to arrange the owners suite. Shown here, a queen bed is tucked against the curved wall with a seating area opposite.
    Sleeping
    Sleeping
    Viewed from the bed, the seating area leads to the en suite bath.
    Washing
    Washing
    A bold house needs bold tile.
    Washing
    Washing
    Vanity for two.
    Sleeping
    Sleeping
    The play of materials continues in the bedrooms, with maple floors, metal ceiling, clean drywall, and wool felt light fixtures.
    Washing
    Washing
    Nothing transforms simple elements quite like a tall ceiling.
    Washing
    Washing
    Crisp, white and clean--with a blue hexagon floor to spice things up.
    Sleeping
    Sleeping
    Because of the curved roof and a room's placement along that curve, each space is unique. This bedroom is the same size as the other secondary bedroom, but feels much airier.
    Live outside the box.
    Live outside the box.
    Creating a home from a Quonset Hut is not a new idea. But Quonset Huts can be dark. We turned the hut so that the arch opened to the south to maximize sunlight.

    A utilitarian building like a Quonset Hut can look cheap. Mixing shapes, materials, and changing the orientation elevates a simple structure.
    Front Porch
    Front Porch
    The front door is recessed into the supporting wall of the Quonset Hut for an unexpected negative space.
    Entry
    Entry
    The entry immediately presents a rich palette of textures and shapes to draw the eye in.
    Living
    Living
    The living room is spacious, with room allotted for a suspended fireplace for those in cooler climates.
    Eating
    Eating
    The first floor offers open concept living, with space for intimate gatherings and large parties.
    Eating
    Eating
    Eating
    Eating
    Cooking
    Cooking
    A u-shaped kitchen offers expansive work surfaces and ample storage.
    Cooking
    Cooking
    Cooking
    Cooking
    Powder Room
    Powder Room
    A dainty half bath is tucked under the stairs just off the kitchen and opposite the large laundry/utility room.
    Stairs
    Stairs
    The stairs may be the best part of this house, with the ceiling curving far over head. It's the perfect place for a statement light fixture.
    Sleeping
    Sleeping
    There are many ways to arrange the owners suite. Shown here, a queen bed is tucked against the curved wall with a seating area opposite.
    Sleeping
    Sleeping
    Viewed from the bed, the seating area leads to the en suite bath.
    Washing
    Washing
    A bold house needs bold tile.
    Washing
    Washing
    Vanity for two.
    Sleeping
    Sleeping
    The play of materials continues in the bedrooms, with maple floors, metal ceiling, clean drywall, and wool felt light fixtures.
    Washing
    Washing
    Nothing transforms simple elements quite like a tall ceiling.
    Washing
    Washing
    Crisp, white and clean--with a blue hexagon floor to spice things up.
    Sleeping
    Sleeping
    Because of the curved roof and a room's placement along that curve, each space is unique. This bedroom is the same size as the other secondary bedroom, but feels much airier.
    Queen Anne Victorian
    Queen Anne Victorian
    This house was loved to an aesthetic death in the 1950s. Bringing it back from the dead was a labor of love, but well worth the effort.
    Historic Preservation Award
    Historic Preservation Award
    We were honored to receive the Historic Preservation award from the Metro Historic Zoning Commission award in 2018 for this home.
    Living
    Living
    The front door opens to a formal living room. Though no longer functional, the fireplace is the focal point of the room. But the pièce de résistance must be the goose down light fixture.
    Music Making
    Music Making
    The music room sits just behind the living room.
    Living
    Living
    Dining
    Dining
    Twelve-foot tall ceilings, eight-foot tall windows, and a pair of skinny French doors.
    Dining
    Dining
    Cooking
    Cooking
    Full inlay cabinetry in walnut with painted face frames, .
    Cooking
    Cooking
    Cooking
    Cooking
    Cooking
    Cooking
    The house was too long for a fully open concept floor plan, so a sitting area was carved out of the kitchen so serve a modern family lifestyle.
    Sleeping
    Sleeping
    Bright and airy, the owners' suite is on the main floor, tucked away behind the kitchen for privacy.
    Sleeping
    Sleeping
    When renovating a historic home, it is critical to not skimp on the window package. Here, a historically inspired three-lite grid pattern in a tall window captures what we love about historic homes.
    Washing
    Washing
    A custom vanity in walnut and purple heart.
    Washing
    Washing
    A slipper soaking tub and a chair by the fireplace.
    Washing
    Washing
    There is something so elegant about a tall, skinny door.
    Washing
    Washing
    Double master shower in Biltmore marble.
    Sleeping
    Sleeping
    The guest bedroom is like a dreamy cocoon.
    Sleeping
    Sleeping
    Stairs
    Stairs
    There's nothing quite as decadent as a dramatic staircase at the back of the house: the unexpected surprise of a perfectly curved stair.
    Stairs
    Stairs
    Playing
    Playing
    Leaving behind the elegance of the downstairs, upstairs is for relaxing.
    Playing
    Playing
    Vintage furniture, an art table and even an indoor swing.
    Sleeping
    Sleeping
    Waste not, want not. That's especially true of space. This eave was just begging for a daybed.
    Sleeping
    Sleeping
    Sleeping
    Sleeping
    The playroom is flanked by a child's room on both sides. Both are bright with plenty of room for toys and pillow forts.
    Sleeping
    Sleeping
    Washing
    Washing
    Bright colors, playful tile and built-ins that maximize space.
    Washing
    Washing
    The toilet is hidden behind the shower wall for flexible use.
    Sleeping
    Sleeping
    On the opposite side of the playroom is another child's bedroom.
    Sleeping
    Sleeping
    It too has plenty of space for all the adventures of childhood.
    Sleeping
    Sleeping
    Relaxing
    Relaxing
    The side porch is such a delighter. Accessed from the dining room, it facilitates an easy flow when entertaining, and is the perfect spot for enjoying an evening glass of wine with a few friends.
    Eating
    Eating
    The flagstone patio is laid in a Versailles bond pattern to continue the elegance outdoors. But it's a place for relaxing, soaking up the evening.
    Queen Anne Victorian
    Queen Anne Victorian
    This house was loved to an aesthetic death in the 1950s. Bringing it back from the dead was a labor of love, but well worth the effort.
    Historic Preservation Award
    Historic Preservation Award
    We were honored to receive the Historic Preservation award from the Metro Historic Zoning Commission award in 2018 for this home.
    Living
    Living
    The front door opens to a formal living room. Though no longer functional, the fireplace is the focal point of the room. But the pièce de résistance must be the goose down light fixture.
    Music Making
    Music Making
    The music room sits just behind the living room.
    Living
    Living
    Dining
    Dining
    Twelve-foot tall ceilings, eight-foot tall windows, and a pair of skinny French doors.
    Dining
    Dining
    Cooking
    Cooking
    Full inlay cabinetry in walnut with painted face frames, .
    Cooking
    Cooking
    Cooking
    Cooking
    Cooking
    Cooking
    The house was too long for a fully open concept floor plan, so a sitting area was carved out of the kitchen so serve a modern family lifestyle.
    Sleeping
    Sleeping
    Bright and airy, the owners' suite is on the main floor, tucked away behind the kitchen for privacy.
    Sleeping
    Sleeping
    When renovating a historic home, it is critical to not skimp on the window package. Here, a historically inspired three-lite grid pattern in a tall window captures what we love about historic homes.
    Washing
    Washing
    A custom vanity in walnut and purple heart.
    Washing
    Washing
    A slipper soaking tub and a chair by the fireplace.
    Washing
    Washing
    There is something so elegant about a tall, skinny door.
    Washing
    Washing
    Double master shower in Biltmore marble.
    Sleeping
    Sleeping
    The guest bedroom is like a dreamy cocoon.
    Sleeping
    Sleeping
    Stairs
    Stairs
    There's nothing quite as decadent as a dramatic staircase at the back of the house: the unexpected surprise of a perfectly curved stair.
    Stairs
    Stairs
    Playing
    Playing
    Leaving behind the elegance of the downstairs, upstairs is for relaxing.
    Playing
    Playing
    Vintage furniture, an art table and even an indoor swing.
    Sleeping
    Sleeping
    Waste not, want not. That's especially true of space. This eave was just begging for a daybed.
    Sleeping
    Sleeping
    Sleeping
    Sleeping
    The playroom is flanked by a child's room on both sides. Both are bright with plenty of room for toys and pillow forts.
    Sleeping
    Sleeping
    Washing
    Washing
    Bright colors, playful tile and built-ins that maximize space.
    Washing
    Washing
    The toilet is hidden behind the shower wall for flexible use.
    Sleeping
    Sleeping
    On the opposite side of the playroom is another child's bedroom.
    Sleeping
    Sleeping
    It too has plenty of space for all the adventures of childhood.
    Sleeping
    Sleeping
    Relaxing
    Relaxing
    The side porch is such a delighter. Accessed from the dining room, it facilitates an easy flow when entertaining, and is the perfect spot for enjoying an evening glass of wine with a few friends.
    Eating
    Eating
    The flagstone patio is laid in a Versailles bond pattern to continue the elegance outdoors. But it's a place for relaxing, soaking up the evening.
    West Coast Craftsman
    West Coast Craftsman
    If elegance is in simplicity, then this home delivers. Clean lines and simple shapes allow the organic beauty of the exposed rafter tails to shine.
    West Coast Craftsman
    West Coast Craftsman
    A simple window scheme drenches the interior in light without being overpowering.
    Entry
    Entry
    From the front door, a visitor gets a hint of the drama to come.
    Entry
    Entry
    Living
    Living
    Two rows of two-story windows bathe the free-standing staircase in southern light.
    Cooking
    Cooking
    Simple elements rendered just right: natural wood and black cabinetry, matte black tile and pure white counter tops.
    Cooking
    Cooking
    Eating
    Eating
    While open concept, spaces are subtly defined, with ample space for dining with friends and family.
    Sleeping
    Sleeping
    Clean and simple, the owners' suite offers a calming retreat.
    Sleeping
    Sleeping
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-021-3
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-021-3
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-020-2
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-020-2
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-011-4
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-011-4
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    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-023-3
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-023-3
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-026-3
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-026-3
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-025-3
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    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-037-2
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-031-3
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-031-3
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-030-3
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-030-3
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-028-1
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-028-1
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-027-1
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-027-1
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-029-1
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-029-1
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-038-1
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-038-1
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-035-2
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-035-2
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-039-3
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-039-3
    West Coast Craftsman
    West Coast Craftsman
    If elegance is in simplicity, then this home delivers. Clean lines and simple shapes allow the organic beauty of the exposed rafter tails to shine.
    West Coast Craftsman
    West Coast Craftsman
    A simple window scheme drenches the interior in light without being overpowering.
    Entry
    Entry
    From the front door, a visitor gets a hint of the drama to come.
    Entry
    Entry
    Living
    Living
    Two rows of two-story windows bathe the free-standing staircase in southern light.
    Cooking
    Cooking
    Simple elements rendered just right: natural wood and black cabinetry, matte black tile and pure white counter tops.
    Cooking
    Cooking
    Eating
    Eating
    While open concept, spaces are subtly defined, with ample space for dining with friends and family.
    Sleeping
    Sleeping
    Clean and simple, the owners' suite offers a calming retreat.
    Sleeping
    Sleeping
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-021-3
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-021-3
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-020-2
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-020-2
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-011-4
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-011-4
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-024-1
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-024-1
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-023-3
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-023-3
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-026-3
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-026-3
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-025-3
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-025-3
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-037-2
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-037-2
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-031-3
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-031-3
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-030-3
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-030-3
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-028-1
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-028-1
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-027-1
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-027-1
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-029-1
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-029-1
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-038-1
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-038-1
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-035-2
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-035-2
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-039-3
    1002 Gillock St Nashville TN-large-039-3
    NEW VINTAGE
    NEW VINTAGE
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    AWARD PLAQUE-edit
    NEW VINTAGE
    NEW VINTAGE
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    AWARD PLAQUE-edit
    Gilly Huts: live/work
    Gilly Huts: live/work
    The form may be utilitarian, but there's nothing basic about these little guys.
    Entering
    Entering
    It's all about the details: Easter egg colors on a door built custom in our shop.
    Working
    Working
    Open downstairs with 12' ceilings and a roll-up door so you can follow wherever your passion takes you.
    Work
    Work
    Spiral staircase to use minimal floorspace and make a maximum statement.
    2206 Austin Ave and 2200-029-005-2206 Au
    2206 Austin Ave and 2200-029-005-2206 Au
    Live.
    Live.
    The living space is wrapped in a warm wood ceiling. The custom-fabricated handrail is detachable...
    Live.
    Live.
    ...to raise furniture into the loft via the overhead pulley.
    Live.
    Live.
    Cook.
    Cook.
    An efficient kitchen with all the basics.
    Sleep
    Sleep
    Sleep
    Sleep
    Wash.
    Wash.
    Wash
    Wash
    Wash that too.
    Wash that too.
    Gilly Huts: live/work
    Gilly Huts: live/work
    The form may be utilitarian, but there's nothing basic about these little guys.
    Entering
    Entering
    It's all about the details: Easter egg colors on a door built custom in our shop.
    Working
    Working
    Open downstairs with 12' ceilings and a roll-up door so you can follow wherever your passion takes you.
    Work
    Work
    Spiral staircase to use minimal floorspace and make a maximum statement.
    2206 Austin Ave and 2200-029-005-2206 Au
    2206 Austin Ave and 2200-029-005-2206 Au
    Live.
    Live.
    The living space is wrapped in a warm wood ceiling. The custom-fabricated handrail is detachable...
    Live.
    Live.
    ...to raise furniture into the loft via the overhead pulley.
    Live.
    Live.
    Cook.
    Cook.
    An efficient kitchen with all the basics.
    Sleep
    Sleep
    Sleep
    Sleep
    Wash.
    Wash.
    Wash
    Wash
    Wash that too.
    Wash that too.
    Cotswald Cottage
    Cotswald Cottage
    A gracefully arching roof in a historic form is rendered in a modern dark gray on gray.
    2313 Vaulx Ln Nashville TN-print-039-16-
    2313 Vaulx Ln Nashville TN-print-039-16-
    2313 Vaulx Ln Nashville TN-print-040-32-
    2313 Vaulx Ln Nashville TN-print-040-32-
    2313 Vaulx Ln Nashville TN-print-005-21-
    2313 Vaulx Ln Nashville TN-print-005-21-
    2313 Vaulx Ln Nashville TN-print-006-11-
    2313 Vaulx Ln Nashville TN-print-006-11-
    2313 Vaulx Ln Nashville TN-print-008-22-
    2313 Vaulx Ln Nashville TN-print-008-22-
    2313 Vaulx Ln Nashville TN-print-007-37-
    2313 Vaulx Ln Nashville TN-print-007-37-
    2313 Vaulx Ln Nashville TN-print-013-3-2
    2313 Vaulx Ln Nashville TN-print-013-3-2
    2313 Vaulx Ln Nashville TN-print-011-17-
    2313 Vaulx Ln Nashville TN-print-011-17-
    2313 Vaulx Ln Nashville TN-print-012-46-
    2313 Vaulx Ln Nashville TN-print-012-46-
    2313 Vaulx Ln Nashville TN-print-026-38-
    2313 Vaulx Ln Nashville TN-print-026-38-
    Cotswald Cottage
    Cotswald Cottage
    A gracefully arching roof in a historic form is rendered in a modern dark gray on gray.
    2313 Vaulx Ln Nashville TN-print-039-16-
    2313 Vaulx Ln Nashville TN-print-039-16-
    2313 Vaulx Ln Nashville TN-print-040-32-
    2313 Vaulx Ln Nashville TN-print-040-32-
    2313 Vaulx Ln Nashville TN-print-005-21-
    2313 Vaulx Ln Nashville TN-print-005-21-
    2313 Vaulx Ln Nashville TN-print-006-11-
    2313 Vaulx Ln Nashville TN-print-006-11-
    2313 Vaulx Ln Nashville TN-print-008-22-
    2313 Vaulx Ln Nashville TN-print-008-22-
    2313 Vaulx Ln Nashville TN-print-007-37-
    2313 Vaulx Ln Nashville TN-print-007-37-
    2313 Vaulx Ln Nashville TN-print-013-3-2
    2313 Vaulx Ln Nashville TN-print-013-3-2
    2313 Vaulx Ln Nashville TN-print-011-17-
    2313 Vaulx Ln Nashville TN-print-011-17-
    2313 Vaulx Ln Nashville TN-print-012-46-
    2313 Vaulx Ln Nashville TN-print-012-46-
    2313 Vaulx Ln Nashville TN-print-026-38-
    2313 Vaulx Ln Nashville TN-print-026-38-