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his geometric, open-air home is an extension on a Victorian terrace, resting privately around an enclosed patio just steps away from the busy city streets. The rehabbed Vader House maintains the old brick perimeter, providing an old city charm to this decidedly modern construction. The upper level under the angular ceiling provides a quiet space for personal relaxation, while the lower level kitchen and living room opens into the patio and spa just steps away. While not much space was needed for Maynard to complete this work, he has succeeded in giving an old building new life in a contemporary context.

This month has been the deadliest month yet for foreign troops in Afghanistan. The U.S. Department of Defense now reports that one hundred coalition troops were killed this month. The death toll for 2010 to date now stands at 320. With soldiers and equipment still arriving in the country, peak troop strength is anticipated to reach 150,000 by August. Collected here are images of the country and conflict over the past month. (42 photos total)