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Local Flair

Because good architecture creates a meaningful sense of place, Todd Remington specializes in understanding a site's local influences. Also known as "vernacular architecture", local styles and design strategies are developed over generations living in a specific locale and climate. But also reflect the history of the people who inhabit the place.

For example, the buildings above were designed by Todd Remington for a resort in Wisconsin's rural countryside. Building shape, materials use, and color were used to make connections with the area's rural roots. Even the placement of buildings around a large commons reflects a widely adopted homesteading tradition for the area.

Sense of place is not limited to a building's exterior. Imagine sitting in the "farm" kitchen at right and being totally immersed in rural life. A refuge from the glare and grime of urban life.

Materials and details play an important roll for creating a sense of place. This back entry (left) for a new shingle style home was designed by Todd Remington.

Rough cut shingles reflect the beach side atmosphere of the site. Battered square columns resting on heavy stone bases also reflect the local climate while creating a connection with the area's historical architecture.

Specializing in Residential Architecture: Homes, Cabins and Retreats