We designed the complete renovation of this old craftsman-style home, which was originally built in 1926. It needed a major overhaul from foundations to paint. We started by removing the awning and old screens. We then cut out a circular hole in the gable for a circular attic vent. From there we chose the green color to give off vibrancy, and then the deep red color of all masonry to tie the brick and block together. All trim would be the cream white color called feather green to compliment the darker green. Most of the foundation was repaired, and the porch railing was replaced. A new, solid oak, 6 panel door was installed. To round out the front facade, we specified a stone retaining wall to replace the rotten wood ties. We specified that any dead trees and limbs would be removed, and new grass, new shrubs and trees installed.

 

 

 

 

 

Here are the demolition plan and the new floor plan for this renovation. Notice that it was used as a duplex for 20 years near a college campus. It needed to be converted back to the single family home that it once was. The house had about 3 different additions done on it over those 20 years. Needless to say, it was in bad shape before the renovation.

 

The rear of the house had the appearance of being abandoned. We wanted to open the house to the large back yard. We started by demolishing the rear bathroom and bedroom walls. Then we designed a new master bathroom, a sitting room and deck.

 

Both rooms have a patio door to look out over the back yard. The inside of the master bath shows a bathroom that is not typical of a home in the 1920's. We wanted to merge modern comforts and technology with the older overall style of the house.

 

 

 

The before interior noticeably needed a face lift. Working within a budget, we decided to use the existing framework, but change all finishes. We wanted to create a warm, cozy, arts and crafts interior. We replaced the door in the dining room with an old door found at a local wrecking yard and designed a stained glass insert for it to add colors to the room. We chose a neutral soft eggshell paint color for the walls. We found some paper light fixtures to hang over the table as an inexpensive chandelier. For the kitchen, we replaced all laminate-covered cabinet doors with red oak panels and antique brass arts and crafts style hardware. We installed a pot rack due the small amount of storage space in the kitchen. The natural wood and stain lend the craftsman charm which probably existed before additions and changes that occurred over the years.