Residential Designer

Projects

Mountain Retreat

A modern, dark-colored, modular home situated in a lush forest environment. Large windows allow warm interior light to spill out, contrasting with the natural greenery surrounding the structure. The building has a sleek, geometric design, with a sloping roof and a wooden deck that extends from its side.

Lakefront Haven

Custom lakefront home featuring expansive glass walls that invite stunning views of Lake Tahoe.
A residential home featuring a mid-century modern architectural style with a light gray facade. The entrance is elevated with a wooden door, sidelight windows, and surrounded by orange-colored metal railings. A garage door is below, alongside a stone wall constructed from large, rounded boulders. The front yard is slightly elevated with a grassy area.

Modern Addition

Seamless integration of a modern extension to a classic Nevada home, blending old and new styles.

Interior Upgrade

Thoughtful interior improvements focusing on natural light, open spaces, and sustainable materials.

Gallery

A glimpse into Michael Johnston’s home designs.

A residential building with a modern architectural design featuring rectangular windows and a distinctive circular window on the upper floor. The facade is illuminated by warm sunlight, casting shadows of nearby trees across the wall.
A modern residential building with large windows, surrounded by lush green trees and well-maintained shrubs. The structure features contemporary architecture with clean lines and a combination of white and brown colors. The sunny day enhances the vibrant greenery and the overall peaceful atmosphere of the location.
Two modern residential buildings featuring a minimalist design with white facades and dark window frames. Each building has multiple balconies with black railings, and the architecture emphasizes clean lines and geometric shapes.
A residential building with a modern architectural design, featuring white walls and large windows. Trees with sparse foliage are in the foreground, and the scene is illuminated by warm, soft lighting, suggesting late afternoon or early evening.

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Michael transformed our Tahoe property into a stunning, functional retreat we love.
His attention to detail and sustainable approach made our home truly special.

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