Montgomery Twp., NJ 08558 369 Grandview Rd

This home designed by John Ringle of Jersey Devil Architects, renowned for being one of the first firms to spread the word about the concept of design/build and energy efficient homes.This is semi-solar heated with large windows facing south and good thermal insulation.Open-plan with a planned air-circulation system to provide heating and cooling capability. There is a central fireplace and chimney providing heat with a wood fire. Upstairs there is ceiling heating installed and downstairs there are two electrical heaters. Three strategically located wall air conditioners, one of which has a heat pump.The house being open plan has a great flow. The entry leads to a cozy sitting area with beams on the ceiling giving a rustic feel. This leads into the double height living room with dramatic fireplace and dining room, with the beam theme continuing there too. The kitchen towards the rear of the home has a convenient breakfast bar for those early morning coffee drinkers. The open shelving adds storage but steals no light. The views from the window over the sink will make you want to wash the dishes! Just off the kitchen is the pantry and there is the mudroom too with access to the two car garage, coat closet and half bath. The large master bedroom on the second floor, has its own bath and walk in closet. The vaulted ceiling adds drama and the beams give it the rustic theme.There are two further bedrooms on the second floor as well as a hall bath and laundry.