Mountain Brook Second Story Addition
These homeowners moved into a less than perfect house in the perfect location. The house was dated and in poor condition, needing a lot of work. After debating tearing it down and starting new on the property, they instead ended up falling in love with the house and chose to renovate.
Facing a lack of curb appeal, poor drainage, water damage, old windows, an outdated kitchen, inadequate bathrooms, and an overall lack of usable space, the homeowners recognized the need for an organized plan. Additionally, they wanted to improve the flow between the kitchen and family room, create a true master suite, and rework the hall bath layout. No easy task on a home that had seen multiple additions and unique modifications over the years at a variety of skill levels.
The house had a truss roof system allowing for a bedroom above the main floor but not much more. The second floor, through innovative design and surgical carpentry, was recreated into a landing, three bedrooms, and two baths, for the children.
The kitchen was another primary area of focus. Gutted completely, all that returned were the appliances. Latte colored shaker style CABICO® cabinets were installed in both the kitchen and adjoining laundry and mudroom, offering a variety of storage space.
Portions of the kitchen and family room walls were removed to open both spaces, allowing communication and traffic to flow freely. The doorways of the dining room were also enlarged, providing an even greater sense of openness. All windows in the house were replaced, all the hardwood floors, new and old, were sanded and stained to match, and a coordinated color palette was used throughout to provide a unified design aesthetic.
This design/build project allowed the homeowners to reimagine their long-term housing plans. Where they had originally seen the house as a property to be sold after the children were on their own, they now look at it as answering both their short term and long term needs. The elements selected for the kitchen and baths provide a classic look that won’t become dated. The expanded deck allows increased maneuverability and functionality. By creating a master suite on the main level, moving the children into spacious upstairs rooms, adding the necessary storage space, and opening the flow throughout the hub of the house, living on the main floor is now a comfort, not a challenge.
When completed, this family found a home hiding inside their house which will serve them for years to come.
Facing a lack of curb appeal, poor drainage, water damage, old windows, an outdated kitchen, inadequate bathrooms, and an overall lack of usable space, the homeowners recognized the need for an organized plan. Additionally, they wanted to improve the flow between the kitchen and family room, create a true master suite, and rework the hall bath layout. No easy task on a home that had seen multiple additions and unique modifications over the years at a variety of skill levels.
The house had a truss roof system allowing for a bedroom above the main floor but not much more. The second floor, through innovative design and surgical carpentry, was recreated into a landing, three bedrooms, and two baths, for the children.
The kitchen was another primary area of focus. Gutted completely, all that returned were the appliances. Latte colored shaker style CABICO® cabinets were installed in both the kitchen and adjoining laundry and mudroom, offering a variety of storage space.
Portions of the kitchen and family room walls were removed to open both spaces, allowing communication and traffic to flow freely. The doorways of the dining room were also enlarged, providing an even greater sense of openness. All windows in the house were replaced, all the hardwood floors, new and old, were sanded and stained to match, and a coordinated color palette was used throughout to provide a unified design aesthetic.
This design/build project allowed the homeowners to reimagine their long-term housing plans. Where they had originally seen the house as a property to be sold after the children were on their own, they now look at it as answering both their short term and long term needs. The elements selected for the kitchen and baths provide a classic look that won’t become dated. The expanded deck allows increased maneuverability and functionality. By creating a master suite on the main level, moving the children into spacious upstairs rooms, adding the necessary storage space, and opening the flow throughout the hub of the house, living on the main floor is now a comfort, not a challenge.
When completed, this family found a home hiding inside their house which will serve them for years to come.
Project Year: 2017
Project Cost: $200,001 - $500,000
Country: United States
Zip Code: 35213
