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"Luxury Bathroom Wallpaper Installation in Berkeley – Where Eco-Conscious Design Meets Urban Sophistication"
Transform your bathroom into a sanctuary with our premium wallpaper installation services in Berkeley. As your local sustainable wallcovering specialists, we combine high-design aesthetics with environmentally responsible materials perfect for Berkeley’s discerning homeowners.
Why Berkeley Chooses Our Bathroom Wallpaper
✔ Non-Toxic & Green Certified – Low-VOC adhesives, FSC-certified papers
✔ Steam-Resistant Technology – Mold-proof installations for Berkeley’s humid microclimates
✔ Designer Collaborations – Featuring local Bay Area artists
✔ Historic Home Expertise – Perfect for Craftsman and mid-century bathrooms
✔ Free Eco-Consultation – Including material lifecycle analysis
Signature Berkeley Bathroom Styles
? Eco-Modern – Organic textures with clean lines
? Campus Collegiate – Library-inspired prints and book textures
? Bay View – Abstract watercolor maps of the East Bay
? Arts & Crafts Revival – Authentic Greene & Greene patterns
Our Sustainable Service Includes:
✅ Zero-Waste Installation (85% material recycling rate)
✅ Water-Based Sealants (Toxics-Free Berkeley compliant)
✅ 3D Augmented Reality Preview
✅ 5-Year Performance Guarantee
Recent Client Praise:
“Installed our master bath wallpaper around vintage tile with museum-quality precision!” – The Nguyen Family, North Berkeley

"Luxury Bathroom Wallpaper Installation in Berkeley – Where Eco-Conscious Design Meets Urban Sophistication"
Transform your bathroom into a sanctuary with our premium wallpaper installation services in Berkeley. As your local sustainable wallcovering specialists, we combine high-design aesthetics with environmentally responsible materials perfect for Berkeley’s discerning homeowners.
Why Berkeley Chooses Our Bathroom Wallpaper
✔ Non-Toxic & Green Certified – Low-VOC adhesives, FSC-certified papers
✔ Steam-Resistant Technology – Mold-proof installations for Berkeley’s humid microclimates
✔ Designer Collaborations – Featuring local Bay Area artists
✔ Historic Home Expertise – Perfect for Craftsman and mid-century bathrooms
✔ Free Eco-Consultation – Including material lifecycle analysis
Signature Berkeley Bathroom Styles
? Eco-Modern – Organic textures with clean lines
? Campus Collegiate – Library-inspired prints and book textures
? Bay View – Abstract watercolor maps of the East Bay
? Arts & Crafts Revival – Authentic Greene & Greene patterns
Our Sustainable Service Includes:
✅ Zero-Waste Installation (85% material recycling rate)
✅ Water-Based Sealants (Toxics-Free Berkeley compliant)
✅ 3D Augmented Reality Preview
✅ 5-Year Performance Guarantee
Recent Client Praise:
“Installed our master bath wallpaper around vintage tile with museum-quality precision!” – The Nguyen Family, North Berkeley

"Luxury Ceiling Wallpaper Installation in Golden – Elevate Your Fifth Wall with Colorado Craftsmanship!"
Transform your ceiling into a stunning focal point with our premium ceiling wallpaper installation services in Golden. As your local ceiling design specialists, we combine mountain-inspired artistry with technical precision to create breathtaking overhead statements.
Why Golden Homeowners Choose Ceiling Wallpaper
✔ Altitude-Adapted Materials – Special adhesives for Colorado's dry climate
✔ Mountain-View Magic – Designs that enhance your space's height and light
✔ Historic Building Expertise – Perfect for Golden's Victorian and Craftsman homes
✔ Engineering-Grade Precision – Flawless alignment on vaulted or tray ceilings
✔ Free Augmented Reality Preview – See your ceiling transformation in 3D
Signature Golden Ceiling Styles
?️ Peak Perfection – Aspen tree silhouettes against mountain backdrops
⚒️ Mining Heritage – Vintage map and mineral patterns
? Cosmic Canyon – Glow-in-the-dark star constellations
? Brewery District – Hops and barley motifs for beer enthusiasts
Our Elevated Service Includes:
✅ Scaffold-Free Installation – Minimal disruption to your home
✅ Light Fixture Integration – Perfect cuts around chandeliers and cans
✅ Trim & Crown Molding Coordination
✅ 5-Year Performance Guarantee
Recent Client Rave:
"Our dining room ceiling now looks like a slice of Clear Creek Canyon – guests can't stop staring up!" – The Miller Family, Downtown Golden
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"Luxury Ceiling Wallpaper Installation in Rocklin – Look Up to Stunning Designs!"
Elevate your space with our 5th wall transformation services in Rocklin. As your local ceiling wallpaper specialists, we turn overlooked ceilings into breathtaking focal points with durable, eye-catching designs.
Why Rocklin Homeowners Choose Ceiling Wallpaper
✔ Space-Enhancing Magic – Makes rooms feel larger and more luxurious
✔ Rocklin-Tough Materials – Fade-resistant and humidity-stable
✔ Designer Effects – From subtle textures to bold statement prints
✔ Precision Installation – Flawless pattern alignment overhead
✔ Free Ceiling Consultation – Including 3D augmented reality preview
Popular Rocklin Ceiling Styles
? Starry Night – Glow-in-the-dark constellations perfect for bedrooms
? Tray Ceiling Elegance – Metallic damasks for formal spaces
? Placer County Nature – Pine tree silhouettes and river-inspired patterns
✨ Modern Glam – Geometric metallics for contemporary homes
Our Elevated Service Includes:
✅ Scaffold-Free Installation – Specialized equipment for minimal disruption
✅ Light Fixture Integration – Perfect cuts around chandeliers and cans
✅ Trim & Crown Molding Coordination
✅ 3-Year Performance Guarantee
Recent Client Rave:
"Our dining room ceiling now gets more compliments than our furniture!" – The Thompson Family, Whitney Ranch

Featuring an impressive red sandstone façade accented with durable exterior wood and powder coated brushed gold aluminum trims.
This graceful home has an elegantly expressed massive main entry foyer to greet the guests.
This home has been designed with Vastu Shastra in mind and has many dedicated areas to meet all the owners specific needs.
Lots of entertainment zones for formal/informal gatherings, easy indoor/outdoor access.
There is a delightful three story central atrium topped with a 5-sided glass-bottomed roof terrace water feature.
This prismatic gem allows a soft filtered light refracting through the water to stream down through the core of the home.
Augmenting the philosophy of Brahmasthan, a powerful zone of energy radiating through the open spaces of the home.
The Roof Terrace has an exercise gym, spa and yoga rooms and an outdoor shady roof garden with lovely views of the Dubai Marina towers and Emirates Hills Golf Course, especially at night.
There is a sizable service kitchen, an elevator and dumb waiter as well as basement staff accommodation for 6.
The fully furnished basement has a 20 person theater, a games room, ample storage and also boasts an outdoor atrium open to sky above and connected by stairs to the patio party zones just off the main living room above.
There is a side yard negative-edge swimming pool with waterfall and BBQ areas.

Featuring an impressive red sandstone façade accented with durable exterior wood and powder coated brushed gold aluminum trims.
This graceful home has an elegantly expressed massive main entry foyer to greet the guests.
This home has been designed with Vastu Shastra in mind and has many dedicated areas to meet all the owners specific needs.
Lots of entertainment zones for formal/informal gatherings, easy indoor/outdoor access.
There is a delightful three story central atrium topped with a 5-sided glass-bottomed roof terrace water feature.
This prismatic gem allows a soft filtered light refracting through the water to stream down through the core of the home.
Augmenting the philosophy of Brahmasthan, a powerful zone of energy radiating through the open spaces of the home.
The Roof Terrace has an exercise gym, spa and yoga rooms and an outdoor shady roof garden with lovely views of the Dubai Marina towers and Emirates Hills Golf Course, especially at night.
There is a sizable service kitchen, an elevator and dumb waiter as well as basement staff accommodation for 6.
The fully furnished basement has a 20 person theater, a games room, ample storage and also boasts an outdoor atrium open to sky above and connected by stairs to the patio party zones just off the main living room above.
There is a side yard negative-edge swimming pool with waterfall and BBQ areas.

This showcase wine cellar at Nick & Sam's Restaurant, custom designed and installed by IWA in Dallas Texas, features insulated glass, display racking, and specialized HVAC equipment. The client requested a free standing wine room, and the architect provided the initial design, requesting a turnkey solution. IWA Design Center provided final designs for the enclosure, cellar refrigeration, and racking. The negative corners in the design are a unique visual element, augmenting this impressive glass wine cellar. It took two weeks from beginning of installation to clean up and final walk through.
Construction materials included:
- HSS hollow steel iFrame with double pane glass and black butt glazing
- Ceiling uses 2x4 framing and marine grade plywood, finished with cedar T&G
- Racking is Platinum Vintage View label forward wine racking with FCF frames
- Refrigeration uses two CellarPro AH6500SCh with remote displays
- Floor is finished with cedar T&G

When the owner of this petite c. 1910 cottage in Riverside, RI first considered purchasing it, he fell for its charming front façade and the stunning rear water views. But it needed work. The weather-worn, water-facing back of the house was in dire need of attention. The first-floor kitchen/living/dining areas were cramped. There was no first-floor bathroom, and the second-floor bathroom was a fright. Most surprisingly, there was no rear-facing deck off the kitchen or living areas to allow for outdoor living along the Providence River.
In collaboration with the homeowner, KHS proposed a number of renovations and additions. The first priority was a new cantilevered rear deck off an expanded kitchen/dining area and reconstructed sunroom, which was brought up to the main floor level. The cantilever of the deck prevents the need for awkwardly tall supporting posts that could potentially be undermined by a future storm event or rising sea level.
To gain more first-floor living space, KHS also proposed capturing the corner of the wrapping front porch as interior kitchen space in order to create a more generous open kitchen/dining/living area, while having minimal impact on how the cottage appears from the curb. Underutilized space in the existing mudroom was also reconfigured to contain a modest full bath and laundry closet. Upstairs, a new full bath was created in an addition between existing bedrooms. It can be accessed from both the master bedroom and the stair hall. Additional closets were added, too.
New windows and doors, new heart pine flooring stained to resemble the patina of old pine flooring that remained upstairs, new tile and countertops, new cabinetry, new plumbing and lighting fixtures, as well as a new color palette complete the updated look. Upgraded insulation in areas exposed during the construction and augmented HVAC systems also greatly improved indoor comfort. Today, the cottage continues to charm while also accommodating modern amenities and features.

This modern home was a net-zero energy design-build project built in collaboration with a local architecture firm. The owner was living in the Midwest, so other than an in-person, upfront planning meeting and a few visits for walkthroughs along the way, we built the home with him providing input from afar.
One of the homeowner’s goals was to be as close to net-zero in energy usage as possible. The home features solar panels to generate electricity and geothermal heat pumps to power in-floor radiant heating and cooling. Solar panels also heat hot water to augment the heating system and provide hot water for domestic use.
The modern design of the home also helps to save on the energy needed for heating and cooling. Extensions on the roof let the low winter sunlight pour through the windows to provide passive solar heat during the colder months and block the rays in the summer to help keep the house cool.
The home’s foundation and its garage floor sit on concrete piers drilled into the ground. This keeps them away from direct contact with the poor soils the home is built on, allowing the soils to expand without causing any damage.
We commissioned custom furniture, countertops, and other features made from salvaged elm and walnut trees cut down in the area. Custom walnut doors, wardrobes in the master suite, and grain-sequenced cabinet doors and drawer fronts coordinate beautifully with the locally sourced pieces, as do the accents made from beetle-kill pine.
The home nestles into the ground to provide a mid-level walkout basement. Stairs go down from main floor and up from basement to meet in the middle and provide access to the outdoors. Locally sourced Colorado buff stone accents interior walls and transitions to exterior walls, helping to further anchor the home to its beautiful, lakeside location.

When the owner of this petite c. 1910 cottage in Riverside, RI first considered purchasing it, he fell for its charming front façade and the stunning rear water views. But it needed work. The weather-worn, water-facing back of the house was in dire need of attention. The first-floor kitchen/living/dining areas were cramped. There was no first-floor bathroom, and the second-floor bathroom was a fright. Most surprisingly, there was no rear-facing deck off the kitchen or living areas to allow for outdoor living along the Providence River.
In collaboration with the homeowner, KHS proposed a number of renovations and additions. The first priority was a new cantilevered rear deck off an expanded kitchen/dining area and reconstructed sunroom, which was brought up to the main floor level. The cantilever of the deck prevents the need for awkwardly tall supporting posts that could potentially be undermined by a future storm event or rising sea level.
To gain more first-floor living space, KHS also proposed capturing the corner of the wrapping front porch as interior kitchen space in order to create a more generous open kitchen/dining/living area, while having minimal impact on how the cottage appears from the curb. Underutilized space in the existing mudroom was also reconfigured to contain a modest full bath and laundry closet. Upstairs, a new full bath was created in an addition between existing bedrooms. It can be accessed from both the master bedroom and the stair hall. Additional closets were added, too.
New windows and doors, new heart pine flooring stained to resemble the patina of old pine flooring that remained upstairs, new tile and countertops, new cabinetry, new plumbing and lighting fixtures, as well as a new color palette complete the updated look. Upgraded insulation in areas exposed during the construction and augmented HVAC systems also greatly improved indoor comfort. Today, the cottage continues to charm while also accommodating modern amenities and features.

When the owner of this petite c. 1910 cottage in Riverside, RI first considered purchasing it, he fell for its charming front façade and the stunning rear water views. But it needed work. The weather-worn, water-facing back of the house was in dire need of attention. The first-floor kitchen/living/dining areas were cramped. There was no first-floor bathroom, and the second-floor bathroom was a fright. Most surprisingly, there was no rear-facing deck off the kitchen or living areas to allow for outdoor living along the Providence River.
In collaboration with the homeowner, KHS proposed a number of renovations and additions. The first priority was a new cantilevered rear deck off an expanded kitchen/dining area and reconstructed sunroom, which was brought up to the main floor level. The cantilever of the deck prevents the need for awkwardly tall supporting posts that could potentially be undermined by a future storm event or rising sea level.
To gain more first-floor living space, KHS also proposed capturing the corner of the wrapping front porch as interior kitchen space in order to create a more generous open kitchen/dining/living area, while having minimal impact on how the cottage appears from the curb. Underutilized space in the existing mudroom was also reconfigured to contain a modest full bath and laundry closet. Upstairs, a new full bath was created in an addition between existing bedrooms. It can be accessed from both the master bedroom and the stair hall. Additional closets were added, too.
New windows and doors, new heart pine flooring stained to resemble the patina of old pine flooring that remained upstairs, new tile and countertops, new cabinetry, new plumbing and lighting fixtures, as well as a new color palette complete the updated look. Upgraded insulation in areas exposed during the construction and augmented HVAC systems also greatly improved indoor comfort. Today, the cottage continues to charm while also accommodating modern amenities and features.

Titan Wall Hood
Design by Katrina Stumbos https://www.houzz.com/pro/katrina-stumbos/katrina-stumbos-interior-design

We built the deck, did the custom pavers and coping around the pool, outdoor fireplace and shower, grill area, retaining walls, unique patterns, stairs and stepping stones leading to batting cages and exits to wrought iron fences.

When the owner of this petite c. 1910 cottage in Riverside, RI first considered purchasing it, he fell for its charming front façade and the stunning rear water views. But it needed work. The weather-worn, water-facing back of the house was in dire need of attention. The first-floor kitchen/living/dining areas were cramped. There was no first-floor bathroom, and the second-floor bathroom was a fright. Most surprisingly, there was no rear-facing deck off the kitchen or living areas to allow for outdoor living along the Providence River.
In collaboration with the homeowner, KHS proposed a number of renovations and additions. The first priority was a new cantilevered rear deck off an expanded kitchen/dining area and reconstructed sunroom, which was brought up to the main floor level. The cantilever of the deck prevents the need for awkwardly tall supporting posts that could potentially be undermined by a future storm event or rising sea level.
To gain more first-floor living space, KHS also proposed capturing the corner of the wrapping front porch as interior kitchen space in order to create a more generous open kitchen/dining/living area, while having minimal impact on how the cottage appears from the curb. Underutilized space in the existing mudroom was also reconfigured to contain a modest full bath and laundry closet. Upstairs, a new full bath was created in an addition between existing bedrooms. It can be accessed from both the master bedroom and the stair hall. Additional closets were added, too.
New windows and doors, new heart pine flooring stained to resemble the patina of old pine flooring that remained upstairs, new tile and countertops, new cabinetry, new plumbing and lighting fixtures, as well as a new color palette complete the updated look. Upgraded insulation in areas exposed during the construction and augmented HVAC systems also greatly improved indoor comfort. Today, the cottage continues to charm while also accommodating modern amenities and features.

When the owner of this petite c. 1910 cottage in Riverside, RI first considered purchasing it, he fell for its charming front façade and the stunning rear water views. But it needed work. The weather-worn, water-facing back of the house was in dire need of attention. The first-floor kitchen/living/dining areas were cramped. There was no first-floor bathroom, and the second-floor bathroom was a fright. Most surprisingly, there was no rear-facing deck off the kitchen or living areas to allow for outdoor living along the Providence River.
In collaboration with the homeowner, KHS proposed a number of renovations and additions. The first priority was a new cantilevered rear deck off an expanded kitchen/dining area and reconstructed sunroom, which was brought up to the main floor level. The cantilever of the deck prevents the need for awkwardly tall supporting posts that could potentially be undermined by a future storm event or rising sea level.
To gain more first-floor living space, KHS also proposed capturing the corner of the wrapping front porch as interior kitchen space in order to create a more generous open kitchen/dining/living area, while having minimal impact on how the cottage appears from the curb. Underutilized space in the existing mudroom was also reconfigured to contain a modest full bath and laundry closet. Upstairs, a new full bath was created in an addition between existing bedrooms. It can be accessed from both the master bedroom and the stair hall. Additional closets were added, too.
New windows and doors, new heart pine flooring stained to resemble the patina of old pine flooring that remained upstairs, new tile and countertops, new cabinetry, new plumbing and lighting fixtures, as well as a new color palette complete the updated look. Upgraded insulation in areas exposed during the construction and augmented HVAC systems also greatly improved indoor comfort. Today, the cottage continues to charm while also accommodating modern amenities and features.

MIAMI HOME AND DECOR MAGAZINE selected our client’s luxury house in Key west Florida to publish it in their issue and they Said:
A LIFE IN PARADISE
ONE NEWLYWED COUPLE’S HOME MARRIES ELEMENTS OF SAND AND SEA IN KEY WEST
NTERIOR DESIGN BY JENNIFER CORREDOR,
J DESIGN GROUP, CORAL GABLES, FL
TEXT BY CHRISTINE DAVIS
PHOTOGRAPHY BY DANIEL NEWCOMB,
PALM BEACH GARDENS, FL
Homeowner Kirk Holland bought a piece of paradise in Key West’s historic Casa Marina neighborhood after retiring and relocating from Atlanta, Ga. He commissioned architect Matthew Stratton, interior designer Jennifer Corredor, builder Denis Savoie and landscape architect Craig Reynolds to create his dream home. The plan: to set the stage for his proposal to then girlfriend, Judy, and embark on a new phase of his life.
Embracing a modern take on the Key West style famed for its pastel-hued, conch-style houses and laid-back attitude, Corredor designed a simple, elegant and unpretentious interior scheme for this 3,900-square-foot home. A tropical sensation flows freely with natural materials and a color palette that reflect the island’s backdrop of sandy beaches, brilliant skies and cresting ocean waves.
Polished white-glass tile flooring downstairs contrasts with African teak wood flooring upstairs, while cherry wood paneling and custom wall treatments create texture. To the breezy blue and white theme throughout, the designer added a zest of coral, inspired by the Royal Poinciana tree that frames the arbor by the pool. “The whole idea with ocean hues and wood tones is to emulate the surroundings,” Corredor says. “I think these elements add character to a space, as well as warmth.”
The great room reflects Corredor’s light airy approach. In the living area, accent pillows with a coral-print fabric and an “Axiom Glass Thorn” coral-hued bowl, both from Coconut Grove Gallery, add a dash of color as well as organic curves that augment the lines of the sofa and contrast with the angular glass tables. An ode to the home’s Key West atmosphere, Flower In Movement, a painting by artist Martha Dominguez, combines a floral motif with a wavy dimension that echoes the gardens as well as the ocean. “The architect used a NanaWall, which is a special feature,” Corredor says. “It can be pulled all the way back, entirely open, to create a seamless feel that the room carries on from inside to outside.”
“SET AMIDST LUSH BOTANICAL GARDENS, THE HOUSE HAS A BEACHY,
SPA-LIKE ATMOSPHERE THAT MAKES YOU FEEL LIKE YOU ARE FLOATING,” INTERIOR DESIGNER JENNIFER CORREDOR SAYS.
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J Design Group has created a beautiful interior design in this beautiful house in Key west Florida.
Well selected spaces, are very comfortable all along this beautiful 3900 square feet house in Key west Florida.

When the owner of this petite c. 1910 cottage in Riverside, RI first considered purchasing it, he fell for its charming front façade and the stunning rear water views. But it needed work. The weather-worn, water-facing back of the house was in dire need of attention. The first-floor kitchen/living/dining areas were cramped. There was no first-floor bathroom, and the second-floor bathroom was a fright. Most surprisingly, there was no rear-facing deck off the kitchen or living areas to allow for outdoor living along the Providence River.
In collaboration with the homeowner, KHS proposed a number of renovations and additions. The first priority was a new cantilevered rear deck off an expanded kitchen/dining area and reconstructed sunroom, which was brought up to the main floor level. The cantilever of the deck prevents the need for awkwardly tall supporting posts that could potentially be undermined by a future storm event or rising sea level.
To gain more first-floor living space, KHS also proposed capturing the corner of the wrapping front porch as interior kitchen space in order to create a more generous open kitchen/dining/living area, while having minimal impact on how the cottage appears from the curb. Underutilized space in the existing mudroom was also reconfigured to contain a modest full bath and laundry closet. Upstairs, a new full bath was created in an addition between existing bedrooms. It can be accessed from both the master bedroom and the stair hall. Additional closets were added, too.
New windows and doors, new heart pine flooring stained to resemble the patina of old pine flooring that remained upstairs, new tile and countertops, new cabinetry, new plumbing and lighting fixtures, as well as a new color palette complete the updated look. Upgraded insulation in areas exposed during the construction and augmented HVAC systems also greatly improved indoor comfort. Today, the cottage continues to charm while also accommodating modern amenities and features.

When the owner of this petite c. 1910 cottage in Riverside, RI first considered purchasing it, he fell for its charming front façade and the stunning rear water views. But it needed work. The weather-worn, water-facing back of the house was in dire need of attention. The first-floor kitchen/living/dining areas were cramped. There was no first-floor bathroom, and the second-floor bathroom was a fright. Most surprisingly, there was no rear-facing deck off the kitchen or living areas to allow for outdoor living along the Providence River.
In collaboration with the homeowner, KHS proposed a number of renovations and additions. The first priority was a new cantilevered rear deck off an expanded kitchen/dining area and reconstructed sunroom, which was brought up to the main floor level. The cantilever of the deck prevents the need for awkwardly tall supporting posts that could potentially be undermined by a future storm event or rising sea level.
To gain more first-floor living space, KHS also proposed capturing the corner of the wrapping front porch as interior kitchen space in order to create a more generous open kitchen/dining/living area, while having minimal impact on how the cottage appears from the curb. Underutilized space in the existing mudroom was also reconfigured to contain a modest full bath and laundry closet. Upstairs, a new full bath was created in an addition between existing bedrooms. It can be accessed from both the master bedroom and the stair hall. Additional closets were added, too.
New windows and doors, new heart pine flooring stained to resemble the patina of old pine flooring that remained upstairs, new tile and countertops, new cabinetry, new plumbing and lighting fixtures, as well as a new color palette complete the updated look. Upgraded insulation in areas exposed during the construction and augmented HVAC systems also greatly improved indoor comfort. Today, the cottage continues to charm while also accommodating modern amenities and features.

When the owner of this petite c. 1910 cottage in Riverside, RI first considered purchasing it, he fell for its charming front façade and the stunning rear water views. But it needed work. The weather-worn, water-facing back of the house was in dire need of attention. The first-floor kitchen/living/dining areas were cramped. There was no first-floor bathroom, and the second-floor bathroom was a fright. Most surprisingly, there was no rear-facing deck off the kitchen or living areas to allow for outdoor living along the Providence River.
In collaboration with the homeowner, KHS proposed a number of renovations and additions. The first priority was a new cantilevered rear deck off an expanded kitchen/dining area and reconstructed sunroom, which was brought up to the main floor level. The cantilever of the deck prevents the need for awkwardly tall supporting posts that could potentially be undermined by a future storm event or rising sea level.
To gain more first-floor living space, KHS also proposed capturing the corner of the wrapping front porch as interior kitchen space in order to create a more generous open kitchen/dining/living area, while having minimal impact on how the cottage appears from the curb. Underutilized space in the existing mudroom was also reconfigured to contain a modest full bath and laundry closet. Upstairs, a new full bath was created in an addition between existing bedrooms. It can be accessed from both the master bedroom and the stair hall. Additional closets were added, too.
New windows and doors, new heart pine flooring stained to resemble the patina of old pine flooring that remained upstairs, new tile and countertops, new cabinetry, new plumbing and lighting fixtures, as well as a new color palette complete the updated look. Upgraded insulation in areas exposed during the construction and augmented HVAC systems also greatly improved indoor comfort. Today, the cottage continues to charm while also accommodating modern amenities and features.

When the owner of this petite c. 1910 cottage in Riverside, RI first considered purchasing it, he fell for its charming front façade and the stunning rear water views. But it needed work. The weather-worn, water-facing back of the house was in dire need of attention. The first-floor kitchen/living/dining areas were cramped. There was no first-floor bathroom, and the second-floor bathroom was a fright. Most surprisingly, there was no rear-facing deck off the kitchen or living areas to allow for outdoor living along the Providence River.
In collaboration with the homeowner, KHS proposed a number of renovations and additions. The first priority was a new cantilevered rear deck off an expanded kitchen/dining area and reconstructed sunroom, which was brought up to the main floor level. The cantilever of the deck prevents the need for awkwardly tall supporting posts that could potentially be undermined by a future storm event or rising sea level.
To gain more first-floor living space, KHS also proposed capturing the corner of the wrapping front porch as interior kitchen space in order to create a more generous open kitchen/dining/living area, while having minimal impact on how the cottage appears from the curb. Underutilized space in the existing mudroom was also reconfigured to contain a modest full bath and laundry closet. Upstairs, a new full bath was created in an addition between existing bedrooms. It can be accessed from both the master bedroom and the stair hall. Additional closets were added, too.
New windows and doors, new heart pine flooring stained to resemble the patina of old pine flooring that remained upstairs, new tile and countertops, new cabinetry, new plumbing and lighting fixtures, as well as a new color palette complete the updated look. Upgraded insulation in areas exposed during the construction and augmented HVAC systems also greatly improved indoor comfort. Today, the cottage continues to charm while also accommodating modern amenities and features.
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