The Leinbach Residence
Architect - Tina Govan
Firm - Tina Govan Architect
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Published Sat, Mar 25, 2006 12:00 AM
Modified Sat, Mar 25, 2006 03:12 AM
Modified Sat, Mar 25, 2006 03:12 AM
The Project
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Project location - Durham
Beds/baths - 3- 2 1/2
Heated square footage - 1,745 (365 upstairs, 1,380 downstairs)
Unheated - 1,000
Cost - About $135 square foot
Key design concept - Distinctive modesty, passive solar features
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