Here are a few photos of the finished exterior of our Intergalactic House design in East Sacramento. Exterior materials include 22-gauge sheet metal siding, exterior cement plaster and cement board. Views here … more
Blog post category: Residential
Intergalactic House: Interior Space
Our Intergalactic House design is all about the interior space. The exterior of the home is understated due to the 40 x 160 shape of the lot. But inside, there is room … more
The Intergalactic House: Working with ‘Bulk Mass’ Code
The good people at Indie Capital are making fast and steady progress on our Intergalactic House design in East Sacramento. Henry + Associates designed the home, and Indie Capital is the owner/builder. … more
The Intergalactic House
Here is a look at our Intergalactic House design underway in East Sacramento. This was a challenging design due to the “tent” restrictions imposed by the City of Sacramento and the long, … more
Indie House: A Good Home
We did not overlook posting finished photos of the Indie House. Here they are! This 2,208 square-foot home in Curtis Park features a private courtyard entry and emphasis on natural lighting with expansive … more
Solons Alley: The Midtowner
Here are a few final views of Henry + Associates Solons Alley project. These pics show 2819 Solons Alley, the last home completed in this four-home community just off S Street between … more
Solons Alley: The Urbanite
All four Solons Alley homes are now owned by happy urban dwellers. Solons Alley is a micro-community in the heart of Midtown, designed and built by Henry + Associates Architects. Here are … more
Solons Alley: Homestretch
Things are rocking steady at Solons Alley as the project pulls together. Inside, cabinet installation is almost done, baseboard is installed and electrical finish work is wrapping up. Note that kitchen cabinets in each … more
Solons Alley: Plastered
The exterior plaster is finished on the “Midtowner” and “Urbanite” homes at Solons Alley. It takes several steps to get to the finished top coat. These photos show the process in reverse: First is … more
Solons Alley: In the Neighborhood
Solons Alley homes are just off of S Street between 28th and 29th, and there is a lot to love about this neighborhood. Officially known as Newton Booth, area charms include long-standing … more
Solons Alley: Behind the Scene
Here’s a look at the progress on Solons Alley. The second two homes are moving along, and the interior spaces have shape, light and a good feeling. Both homes underway are 1,899 square feet. … more
Solons Alley: Every Last Detail
The final details are wrapped up at 2821 Solons Alley, and the new owner is moving in. This 2-bedroom, 2½-bath home is the second completed in the Solons project just off of S … more
Solons Alley: Two, Three and Four
Home No. 2 at Solons Alley is almost finished. The wood floors are in, cabinets installed and concrete counters in place. This home is 1,452 sq. feet and is the second of this size … more
Solons Alley: Closing Day
Solons Alley home No. 1 is cozy, quiet and finished. Bosch appliances are installed in the kitchen, and the overall look is subtle, clean and straightforward. The kitchen includes a large stainless … more
Solons Alley: Pulling It Together
The first residence at Solons Alley is nearing completion. The kitchen cabinets are installed; concrete counters and tile are in place. Bathroom cabinets, sinks, flooring and tile checked off. Closet systems are … more
Solons Alley: Pardon Our Dust
Right now, all the action is inside at Solons Alley Residences. The White Oak wood floors are being finished in place, meaning the wood is not prefinished. The wood floors extend through … more
Solons Alley: A Dash of Color
The Solons Alley homes got a fresh dose of exterior color before the rain started, and things are looking lively in the yellow, rust and gray color scheme. The top coat of … more
Solons Alley: Exterior Elements
The exterior siding is up on the Solons Alley Homes, and the process of applying plaster is underway. The siding is a durable and low-maintenance cement board, which will be painted in a … more
Solons Alley: Rendering The Future
Here’s a rendering of our Solons Alley project. Created by Steve Hubbard, the rendering gives a good idea of what the homes will look like once finished. Situated on the S Street … more
Solons Alley: The Insulation Difference
The insulation is in at Solons Alley and what a difference. The most noticeable change is the decrease in noise from the outside world. Then you notice it’s cozy inside on a cool morning. Insulation acts … more
Solons Alley: Outside and In
A lot is happening at Solons Alley Residences. Exterior siding is going up, electrical, plumbing and heating and air conditing work is underway. Duct work for the HVAC is beneath the floor … more
Solons Alley: Window Wonder
The windows are installed in the two Solons Alley homes currently under construction. Here are a few photos of the windows going in and interior views from the second and third stories. We … more
Solons Alley: Second Story
The sheathing is up on the second stories of the two residences facing the alley. The second levels contain kitchen and living areas. Construction details are currently visible, including the reinforced joints where beams come … more
Solons Alley: Framing Up
It’s blue skies and the smell of freshly cut lumber at Solons Alley Residences. Framing is well underway on the two 1,452 square-foot residences facing the alley. This phase of construction allows … more
Solons Alley: Step One
Two foundations were poured last week for the Solons Alley Residences. Concrete reinforced with Rebar, a good start. This is step one in building the first phase of the project — two 1,452 … more
Solons Alley: The Time In Between
On Henry + Associates’ blog, we often post a photo of the lot, and then a photo of the ground breaking, and it can look like a seamless process. But the time … more
Solons Alley: Growing Together 2014
We were happy to attend the recent Newton Booth Neighborhoods Association 2014 Growing Together Award reception at Revolution Winery. The 2014 award went to Friends of the McClatchy Library, whose tireless efforts … more
Solons Alley: What Are We Building?
We are planning to build four new homes in Midtown Sacramento. Called Solons Alley Residences and situated on the S Street alley between 28th and 29th Streets, the homes fill the bill … more
Solons Alley: Part & Parcel
Here are a few views of the 80×80 lot on S Street between 28th and 29th Streets where the Solons Alley Residences will be built this spring. The property is accessed from … more
Solons Alley Residences
S Street between 28th and 29th is a good block of Midtown. It has long-standing bungalow homes, businesses like Page Design and newer enterprises such as Temple coffee and Revolution Wines. The … more
Indie House: Refuge
With exterior finishes intact, progress at the Indie House is not as dramatic right now, but construction moves along. Kitchen cabinet frames are up, concrete counters are fabricated and wood flooring is … more
Indie House: Headway
Progress at the Indie House is happening in subtle increments. Fencing is up and exterior plaster is painted a clean white. Cabinet assembly is underway and inside walls are primed. Interior forms … more
Indie House: Hue and Craft
The Indie House exterior is painted charcoal and accented by ebony eaves. Combined with the galvanized steel, the look is sleek and subtle. It blends with its surroundings, a mix of quiet … more
Indie House: Progression
Things are moving on the Indie House. The exterior finishes are up, the interior is roughed in and electrical and plumbing are installed. Insulation and drywall are underway. This phase of construction … more
Indie House: Window Power
Our Indie House design has a total of 38 windows. Right on is all we have to say about that. Oh, Wait. We have a few more things to say because windows … more
Indie House: Structure
The second story is up on Henry + Associates’ newest residential design, the Indie House. The exterior sheathing is in place and the roof joists and rafters are visible on this home … more
Indie House: Going Up
Framing is happening and the Indie House is underway. Here are a few early views of the two-story home situated on a 74 x 80 infill lot just off Broadway at 20th … more
Indie House: Groundbreaking
Our newest residential design, the Indie House, is starting up, and we are excited to watch it take shape. Situated in a splendid section of town just off Broadway at 20th Street, … more
Neighborhoods Show Love for Triangle Project
The Newton Booth Neighborhoods Association honored our Triangle House design with the 2013 Growing Together Award that celebrates businesses making “exceptional improvements” in the Newton Booth, Poverty Ridge and Alhambra Triangle neighborhoods. The association … more
Triangle Residence Finale
The Triangle Residence is complete. Our design for this urban refuge created comfortable living quarters on an unsual site. This little slice of Midtown is tucked between 28th and V Streets and has … more
Open House Set for Triangle Project
Final details are being finished up at the Triangle Project on 28th & V Streets, and an open house is scheduled for Saturday, Jan. 12 from 4 to 7 p.m. Please come by for a look … more
Triangle Project: Hand-Crafted Details
As the Triangle House at 28th and V Streets progresses, we wanted to note one of the custom details: the hand-crafted concrete counters. The kitchens and bathrooms include contemporary counters made of … more
Triangle House: Windows on City Life
The exterior finishes are up on the Triangle House at 28th and V Streets in Sacramento. Twenty-two gage sheet metal, 4-inch lap cement board siding and cement plaster are the materials used to … more
Triangle House: A Solution for Urban Living
A good residential design needs be well-organized, private and aesthetically pleasing. It also must meet the needs of today’s lifestyles. In Midtown Sacramento, there is a need for 3-bedroom, 2-bath homes with ample storage. To meet … more
Triangle House: Project Logic
Once a project is underway, construction moves fast. Here are a few views of the progress on the Triangle House at 28th and V Streets. Rough framing is finished, windows are being installed, and … more
Triangle House Takes Shape
The lot for the Triangle House is only 2,362 square-feet. The triangle shape of the lot dicated the shape of the residence, which is becoming clear as the framing moves along. Here are … more
Beginning of Triangle House
Our Triangle House design is beginning to take shape on this Midtown lot between 28th and V Streets. Indie Capital Construction broke ground in early August, and the slab foundation is poured. … more
Triangle Design
This little slice of Midtown is tucked between 28th and V Streets and has these dimensions: 56′-6″ x 89′-9″ x 106′-1.” It’s a triangle shape. To the west, along 28th Street, is … more
Midtown Infill: Finale
It’s the nature of an infill project to be on a small or odd-sized lot. This project is no exception, fitting on a 33×80 alley lot. This makes it difficult to get a … more
Midtown Infill: Finished Interior
The C Street Alley House is finished. Here are some views of the completed interior. An open floor plan allows flow from the kitchen to the dining room and living room. This adds a spacious feel … more
Midtown Infill: Architectural Open House
Indie Capital Construction is wrapping up the finishing details on the C Street Alley project. It’s time for an open house! The home has been sold, but is not yet occupied, so please come … more
Midtown Infill: Taking Shape
At the beginning of this New Year, we are grateful for the fastatic work taking shape at the C Street Alley house. The vision is becoming reality. The Corten steel has oxidized … more
Midtown Infill: A Look Inside
The interior is taking shape at the C Street Alley House. The overall look inside is clean, linear and modern. The interior contrasts with the exterior where varied materials and colors define the … more
Midtown Infill: Exterior Articulations
The cement board siding is painted on the C Street Alley House and the Corten steel is beginning to rust, making the exterior finishes more interesting. With weather exposure, the Corten steel … more
Midtown Infill: God is in the Details
Mies van der Rohe said it, and we believe it. God is in the details. Good energy is found when fine points are attended to with care. Here are a few details … more
Midtown Infill: A Visit With City Architects
Architects from the City of Sacramento stopped by our C Street Alley project last Friday and were just in time to see the newly installed doors and windows. City architects are familiar … more
Midtown Infill: C Street Alley No More
Well, it’s official. Our project is on “Blues Alley.” Sacramento City Council approved alley names on Oct. 11, giving alleys on the central city grid monikers such as Jazz, Chinatown, Improv and … more
Midtown Infill: Urban Space
Can you build a good home on 2,640 square-feet of land? Absolutely. This 33×80 alley lot off of C Street offers a viable space for sustainable city living. The City of Sacramento … more
Midtown Infill: Contemporary Design, Classic Principles
This project is on the alley 80 feet behind the shady street front and bungalow homes on C Street. The lot faces industrial buildings across the alley looking north. Rather the go … more
Midtown Infill: Framing Details
Framing of the C Street Alley House continues. The first floor is mostly complete and the second floor is underway. The second-floor cantilever extends 2-feet past the first floor and an eyebrow … more
Midtown Infill: Bones of the House
Framing is underway on the C Street Alley House. This phase builds the bones of the house. The wood frame consists of beams, columns, wall studs, headers, wall plates, floor joists and … more
Midtown Infill: C Street Alley House
After being delayed more than a year due to a complicated design review process, the C Street Alley House is finally under construction. Henry + Associates Architects redesigned the project to meet intensified … more