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The goal for this 2000+ sq.ft. basement renovation was to create a new area that could be enjoyed by the entire family.
An eye-catching three-part custom designed bar area in contrasting colors and natural stone served as the basement’s centerpiece. Wellborn Hancock Onyx cabinetry and crown molding accompanied by white quartz countertops were chosen to fit the bill. The backsplash stone façade on two walls added both texture and warmth.
Stainless steel appliances including a bar-sized dishwasher, drawer-style microwave, under-mount sink, ice maker, and wine refrigerator provided a sleek finish throughout.
Luxury vinyl plank flooring was installed throughout the entire basement to ensure durability for everyday usage. With floating wood shelving,
a double-door closet, roomy couch area, and a 70-inch TV mounted to the wall, the family room area will please both our clients, and their teenage children.
The two-doored “Jack and Jill” style bathroom was purposely situated between the guest/ office area and family room to ensure accessibility and privacy. A custom glass shower with glass tiled floor and wall accents coordinated with the Onyx colored white under-mount sinks.
Access to a utility closet was tastefully disguised with a custom built-in shelved door created to look just like a bookcase. We call it their invisible closet door.
Now that construction is over, let the fun begin!

Imagine a barn that's also a home, overlooking Boulder's iconic Flatirons. The Boulder Barndominium mixes farm practicality with modern coziness, designed for efficiency and those stunning views that make every day feel special.
Client and Brief
The owners sought a simple, smart building that saves materials and energy. They wanted light-filled spaces, a west-facing unit for mountain sights, and a patio to relax outside.
Problems Solved
Energy costs and weather can add up, but solar roofs and clever orientation make it net-zero – using the sun for power and keeping things comfortable without extra bills.
Design Concept and Form
The concept is straightforward – a long rectangle with sloping roofs for panels, and high windows to bring in daylight. It feels balanced and connected to the land.
Construction and Materials
Wood framing provides strength and tradition, built to endure while staying budget-friendly.
Energy Efficiency
Solar arrays power everything, with radiant heating and east/west setup for natural warmth and light – sustainable living that's easy and effective.
Interior Design
Barn space for work and storage, dwelling with bedroom, bath, and open areas leading to the patio for seamless inside-out flow.
Outcome
Since 2020, this barndominium has been a functional, green haven. It blends utility with beauty, offering savings, views, and a sense of peace in Boulder's landscape.

This dramatically striking high-tech home of 6376 livable square feet is literally a piece of contemporary art Astounding mountain and valley views frame the Phoenix city lights at night over the infinity edge pool and disappearing spa. The focal point of the main living area is a copper and fire display centered on two 24 feet corners of remote controlled, motorized retractable glass. The adjacent game room and home theater, featuring another 16 feet of remote controlled, motorized retractable glass, opens to make this home truly indoor/outdoor.
A stunning 12-foot tall water wall with art niches behind it lends grandeur to the entryway. The kitchen has every conceivable luxury, as well as a hidden pantry flanked by a dual Sub-Zero refrigerator and freezer. The one of a kind powder room features an electrically charged glass door that turns opaque at the touch of a button, as well as a glass floor above a changeable display, and floating glass sink. Playful walls at unexpected angles, curves, and textures fill the home. Sculpted glass, a body spray multi head shower, hidden TV, and other luxuries enhance the luxurious spa like atmosphere of the master bath.
The master suite is set off by a cantilevered "floating" fireplace of flames dancing on sand, as well as a breakfast bar with built in Meile coffee center. 4 large bedrooms, each with a separate bathroom, and a separate pool bath complete with redwood sauna and CD-player as well as a study and exercise room. Four large vehicles can be stored in the ample garage space, or a tandem area could be altered to the client’s pleasure. Custom cabinets, lighting, flooring, granite, and metal accents are used throughout the home, as are the highest end brand names in appliances and fixtures This is an "Energy Star" rated efficient home, with guaranteed heating/cooling bills making it the most energy efficient home possible.
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Imagine a barn that's also a home, overlooking Boulder's iconic Flatirons. The Boulder Barndominium mixes farm practicality with modern coziness, designed for efficiency and those stunning views that make every day feel special.
Client and Brief
The owners sought a simple, smart building that saves materials and energy. They wanted light-filled spaces, a west-facing unit for mountain sights, and a patio to relax outside.
Problems Solved
Energy costs and weather can add up, but solar roofs and clever orientation make it net-zero – using the sun for power and keeping things comfortable without extra bills.
Design Concept and Form
The concept is straightforward – a long rectangle with sloping roofs for panels, and high windows to bring in daylight. It feels balanced and connected to the land.
Construction and Materials
Wood framing provides strength and tradition, built to endure while staying budget-friendly.
Energy Efficiency
Solar arrays power everything, with radiant heating and east/west setup for natural warmth and light – sustainable living that's easy and effective.
Interior Design
Barn space for work and storage, dwelling with bedroom, bath, and open areas leading to the patio for seamless inside-out flow.
Outcome
Since 2020, this barndominium has been a functional, green haven. It blends utility with beauty, offering savings, views, and a sense of peace in Boulder's landscape.

This dramatically striking high-tech home of 6376 livable square feet is literally a piece of contemporary art Astounding mountain and valley views frame the Phoenix city lights at night over the infinity edge pool and disappearing spa. The focal point of the main living area is a copper and fire display centered on two 24 feet corners of remote controlled, motorized retractable glass. The adjacent game room and home theater, featuring another 16 feet of remote controlled, motorized retractable glass, opens to make this home truly indoor/outdoor.
A stunning 12-foot tall water wall with art niches behind it lends grandeur to the entryway. The kitchen has every conceivable luxury, as well as a hidden pantry flanked by a dual Sub-Zero refrigerator and freezer. The one of a kind powder room features an electrically charged glass door that turns opaque at the touch of a button, as well as a glass floor above a changeable display, and floating glass sink. Playful walls at unexpected angles, curves, and textures fill the home. Sculpted glass, a body spray multi head shower, hidden TV, and other luxuries enhance the luxurious spa like atmosphere of the master bath.
The master suite is set off by a cantilevered "floating" fireplace of flames dancing on sand, as well as a breakfast bar with built in Meile coffee center. 4 large bedrooms, each with a separate bathroom, and a separate pool bath complete with redwood sauna and CD-player as well as a study and exercise room. Four large vehicles can be stored in the ample garage space, or a tandem area could be altered to the client’s pleasure. Custom cabinets, lighting, flooring, granite, and metal accents are used throughout the home, as are the highest end brand names in appliances and fixtures This is an "Energy Star" rated efficient home, with guaranteed heating/cooling bills making it the most energy efficient home possible.

Built in media wall unit done for client in Palm Beach Florida. This beautiful unit is installed on the tenth floor in a condominium. It is installed in the living room with a lot of natural light coming in through the sliding glass doors facing the ocean. The faux finished, steel-brushed veneer paneling is made out of paldao wood. The floating console that is attached to the front of the unit by french-cleats houses the electronics for the unit and features assisted-lift blum aventos hl hinges that lift up parallel to the console.

This dramatically striking high-tech home of 6376 livable square feet is literally a piece of contemporary art Astounding mountain and valley views frame the Phoenix city lights at night over the infinity edge pool and disappearing spa. The focal point of the main living area is a copper and fire display centered on two 24 feet corners of remote controlled, motorized retractable glass. The adjacent game room and home theater, featuring another 16 feet of remote controlled, motorized retractable glass, opens to make this home truly indoor/outdoor.
A stunning 12-foot tall water wall with art niches behind it lends grandeur to the entryway. The kitchen has every conceivable luxury, as well as a hidden pantry flanked by a dual Sub-Zero refrigerator and freezer. The one of a kind powder room features an electrically charged glass door that turns opaque at the touch of a button, as well as a glass floor above a changeable display, and floating glass sink. Playful walls at unexpected angles, curves, and textures fill the home. Sculpted glass, a body spray multi head shower, hidden TV, and other luxuries enhance the luxurious spa like atmosphere of the master bath.
The master suite is set off by a cantilevered "floating" fireplace of flames dancing on sand, as well as a breakfast bar with built in Meile coffee center. 4 large bedrooms, each with a separate bathroom, and a separate pool bath complete with redwood sauna and CD-player as well as a study and exercise room. Four large vehicles can be stored in the ample garage space, or a tandem area could be altered to the client’s pleasure. Custom cabinets, lighting, flooring, granite, and metal accents are used throughout the home, as are the highest end brand names in appliances and fixtures This is an "Energy Star" rated efficient home, with guaranteed heating/cooling bills making it the most energy efficient home possible.

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Here, the landscape design was by Bill Renter, Deck and Patio’s Outdoor Living Expert and Marc Wiener. Their achievement garnered us a gold medal from the Association of Pool and Spa Professionals (APSP).
In addition to professional recognition, our work also amazed the clients, because their yard’s beautiful and nature-friendly transformation had been accomplished so quickly.
“I have lived here over 40 years,” says the wife. “Our property had become overgrown. It wasn’t messy but it wasn’t well done anymore. I have always loved birds and flowers and a very natural setting. And we hadn’t seen birds in a long time.
“A full-time bloom was important, as I wanted to attract, in addition to birds, lots of butterflies,” she says. “I also looked at many ponds that other landscapers had done elsewhere. In the end, I felt Deck and Patio’s work looked the most natural, which was extremely important to me.”
Renter says he also considered how our work would fit with the additional elements the homeowners had hired other companies to do, such as a conservatory and a small bridge -- while always taking into account how everything would appear in nature.
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Imagine a barn that's also a home, overlooking Boulder's iconic Flatirons. The Boulder Barndominium mixes farm practicality with modern coziness, designed for efficiency and those stunning views that make every day feel special.
Client and Brief
The owners sought a simple, smart building that saves materials and energy. They wanted light-filled spaces, a west-facing unit for mountain sights, and a patio to relax outside.
Problems Solved
Energy costs and weather can add up, but solar roofs and clever orientation make it net-zero – using the sun for power and keeping things comfortable without extra bills.
Design Concept and Form
The concept is straightforward – a long rectangle with sloping roofs for panels, and high windows to bring in daylight. It feels balanced and connected to the land.
Construction and Materials
Wood framing provides strength and tradition, built to endure while staying budget-friendly.
Energy Efficiency
Solar arrays power everything, with radiant heating and east/west setup for natural warmth and light – sustainable living that's easy and effective.
Interior Design
Barn space for work and storage, dwelling with bedroom, bath, and open areas leading to the patio for seamless inside-out flow.
Outcome
Since 2020, this barndominium has been a functional, green haven. It blends utility with beauty, offering savings, views, and a sense of peace in Boulder's landscape.

I have previously worked in every level of this home – project images can be viewed on Riverdale Top to Bottom Renovation – the Third Floor was the final frontier and the transformation is quite spectacular (even if I say so myself!). Before and after pictures can be found on our website. My client’s twin boys were rapidly outgrowing their little nursery on the second floor and so plans were drawn up to renovate the third floor….
All of this work was done with my clients / kids / pets living at home. We erected a scaffolding tower at the side of the home and this was how all the trades got in and out throughout the project – the scaffolding stairs were actually wider and provided easier access than the original staircase. The original footprint comprised of 3 bedrooms (one generous sized guest bedroom at the front of the house that we retained and two smaller oddly shaped rooms with cove ceilings and angles that really prevented them being useful) plus an internal powder room. We pushed the rear internal wall of the powder room back to the exterior wall so that we could build a generous sized bathroom that will see the boys through the years. The walls and floors are neutral and we added a pop of blue with the vanity. One of my favourite elements is the river rock tile inset mat that is great for little feet to walk on – especially when the underfloor heating is on!
The twin bedroom is breathtaking – the previous rooms were so small it was really hard to photograph them but if you check out the before and after section below it paints a pretty good picture. A 12’ wide dormer makes this floor feel like a treehouse and the light is amazing. We incorporated some gorgeous lighting in this room – 2 styles of sconces and a custom pendant. I love the second life carpet and the checked roman blind fabric. It’s a space that is large and comfortable enough for the whole family to sit in and enjoy.
The third floor hallway was transformed by straightening the walls and levelling the ceiling. The custom light fixture / art installation guarantees you pause at the foot of the stairs.
Photography by Tim McGhie

The goal for this 2000+ sq.ft. basement renovation was to create a new area that could be enjoyed by the entire family.
An eye-catching three-part custom designed bar area in contrasting colors and natural stone served as the basement’s centerpiece. Wellborn Hancock Onyx cabinetry and crown molding accompanied by white quartz countertops were chosen to fit the bill. The backsplash stone façade on two walls added both texture and warmth.
Stainless steel appliances including a bar-sized dishwasher, drawer-style microwave, under-mount sink, ice maker, and wine refrigerator provided a sleek finish throughout.
Luxury vinyl plank flooring was installed throughout the entire basement to ensure durability for everyday usage. With floating wood shelving,
a double-door closet, roomy couch area, and a 70-inch TV mounted to the wall, the family room area will please both our clients, and their teenage children.
The two-doored “Jack and Jill” style bathroom was purposely situated between the guest/ office area and family room to ensure accessibility and privacy. A custom glass shower with glass tiled floor and wall accents coordinated with the Onyx colored white under-mount sinks.
Access to a utility closet was tastefully disguised with a custom built-in shelved door created to look just like a bookcase. We call it their invisible closet door.
Now that construction is over, let the fun begin!

Master Bedroom with Red Bed Frame and custom drapery and bedding.
Bedroom - traditional master light wood floor bedroom idea in Charlotte
Bedroom - traditional master light wood floor bedroom idea in Charlotte

San Marino based clients were interested in developing a property that had been in their family for generations. This was an exciting proposition as it was one of the last surviving bayside double lots on the scenic Coronado peninsula in San Diego. They desired a holiday home that would be a gathering place for their large, close- knit family.
San Marino based clients were interested in developing a property that had been in their family for generations. This was an exciting proposition as it was one of the last surviving bayside double lots on the scenic Coronado peninsula in San Diego. They desired a holiday home that would be a gathering place for their large, close-knit family. Facing the Back Bay, overlooking downtown and the Bay Bridge, this property presented us with a unique opportunity to design a vacation home with a dual personality. One side faces a bustling harbor with a constant parade of yachts, cargo vessels and military ships while the other opens onto a deep, quiet contemplative garden. The home’s shingle-style influence carries on the historical Coronado tradition of clapboard and Craftsman bungalows built in the shadow of the great Hotel Del Coronado which was erected at the turn of the last century. In order to create an informal feel to the residence, we devised a concept that eliminated the need for a “front door”. Instead, one walks through the garden and enters the “Great Hall” through either one of two French doors flanking a walk-in stone fireplace. Both two-story bedroom wings bookend this central wood beam vaulted room which serves as the “heart of the home”, and opens to both views. Three sets of stairs are discretely tucked away inside the bedroom wings.
In lieu of a formal dining room, the family convenes and dines around a beautiful table and banquette set into a circular window bay off the kitchen which overlooks the lights of the city beyond the harbor. Working with noted interior designer Betty Ann Marshall, we designed a unique kitchen that was inspired by the colors and textures of a fossil the couple found on a honeymoon trip to the quarries of Montana. We set that ancient fossil into a matte glass backsplash behind the professional cook’s stove. A warm library with walnut paneling and a bayed window seat affords a refuge for the family to read or play board games. The couple’s fine craft and folk art collection is on prominent display throughout the house and helps to set an intimate and whimsical tone.
Another architectural feature devoted to family is the play room lit by a dramatic cupola which beacons the older grandchildren and their friends. Below the play room is a four car garage that allows the patriarch space to refurbish an antique fire truck, a mahogany launch boat and several vintage cars. Their jet skis and kayaks are housed in another garage designed for that purpose. Lattice covered skylights that allow dappled sunlight to bathe the loggia affords a comfortable refuge to watch the kids swim and gaze out upon the rushing water, the Coronado Bay Bridge and the romantic downtown San Diego skyline.
Architect: Ward Jewell Architect, AIA
Interior Design: Betty Ann Marshall
Construction: Bill Lyons
Photographer: Laura Hull
Styling: Zale Design Studio

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Storage was extremely important for this project because she wanted to go from keeping everything out in the open to have everything tucked away neatly, and who wouldn’t want this? So we went to work figuring out how to hide as much as possible but still keep things easy to access. The solution was two pullouts on either side of each vanity and a flush mount medicine cabinet above, so plenty of storage for each person.
We kept the layout pretty much the same, but just changed up the configuration of the cabinets. We added a storage cabinet by the toilet because there was plenty of room for that and converted the tub to a shower to make it easy to use the space long-term.
Modern day conveniences were also installed, including a heated towel bar, a lower threshold cast iron shower pan with sliding barn door shower door and a flip down shower seat. The house is a classic 1950’s midcentury ranch so we chose materials that fit that bill, and that had a bit of a Scandinavian vibe, including light maple Shaker door cabinets, black hardware and lighting, and simple subway tile in the shower. Our client fell in love with the white Macauba quartzite countertops in our showroom, and we agree they bring a perfect earthy energy into her space.
Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD
Photography by: Dawn Jackman
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Imagine a sleek A-frame cabin near Fairplay, where mountain views steal the show. Redhill Road is a modern take on a classic shape, small in size but big on quality – perfect for embracing Colorado's wild beauty without extra fuss.
Our clients sought a home that highlighted Mt. Silverheels and Crystal Clear Creek, using a simple gable design that's stood the test of time. With space like a townhome, it focuses on smart layout and top materials for a cozy, efficient life.
In the mountains, cold and wind can drive up costs and discomfort. We tackled that with thick insulation and no weak spots, keeping the home warm and energy bills low for worry-free living.
The concept celebrates basics – a clean roof over sturdy walls, wrapped in metal for a modern edge. A tall stone fireplace adds heart and texture, making the space feel solid and welcoming.
Built with wood and advanced insulation, including spray foam in the thick roof, it's made to handle harsh weather. Metal siding keeps it durable and stylish, blending strength with simplicity.
Cozy on the main floor with open living and dining that soar high, connected by custom stairs to upstairs bedrooms. Windows reach to the roof, letting you sleep under the stars in a light, airy setup.
From its 2021 start, Redhill Road has become a timeless mountain haven. It saves energy, connects you to nature, and offers practical luxury – a home where simplicity sparks joy and lasting comfort.

Imagine a sleek A-frame cabin near Fairplay, where mountain views steal the show. Redhill Road is a modern take on a classic shape, small in size but big on quality – perfect for embracing Colorado's wild beauty without extra fuss.
Our clients sought a home that highlighted Mt. Silverheels and Crystal Clear Creek, using a simple gable design that's stood the test of time. With space like a townhome, it focuses on smart layout and top materials for a cozy, efficient life.
In the mountains, cold and wind can drive up costs and discomfort. We tackled that with thick insulation and no weak spots, keeping the home warm and energy bills low for worry-free living.
The concept celebrates basics – a clean roof over sturdy walls, wrapped in metal for a modern edge. A tall stone fireplace adds heart and texture, making the space feel solid and welcoming.
Built with wood and advanced insulation, including spray foam in the thick roof, it's made to handle harsh weather. Metal siding keeps it durable and stylish, blending strength with simplicity.
Cozy on the main floor with open living and dining that soar high, connected by custom stairs to upstairs bedrooms. Windows reach to the roof, letting you sleep under the stars in a light, airy setup.
From its 2021 start, Redhill Road has become a timeless mountain haven. It saves energy, connects you to nature, and offers practical luxury – a home where simplicity sparks joy and lasting comfort.

Imagine a sleek A-frame cabin near Fairplay, where mountain views steal the show. Redhill Road is a modern take on a classic shape, small in size but big on quality – perfect for embracing Colorado's wild beauty without extra fuss.
Our clients sought a home that highlighted Mt. Silverheels and Crystal Clear Creek, using a simple gable design that's stood the test of time. With space like a townhome, it focuses on smart layout and top materials for a cozy, efficient life.
In the mountains, cold and wind can drive up costs and discomfort. We tackled that with thick insulation and no weak spots, keeping the home warm and energy bills low for worry-free living.
The concept celebrates basics – a clean roof over sturdy walls, wrapped in metal for a modern edge. A tall stone fireplace adds heart and texture, making the space feel solid and welcoming.
Built with wood and advanced insulation, including spray foam in the thick roof, it's made to handle harsh weather. Metal siding keeps it durable and stylish, blending strength with simplicity.
Cozy on the main floor with open living and dining that soar high, connected by custom stairs to upstairs bedrooms. Windows reach to the roof, letting you sleep under the stars in a light, airy setup.
From its 2021 start, Redhill Road has become a timeless mountain haven. It saves energy, connects you to nature, and offers practical luxury – a home where simplicity sparks joy and lasting comfort.

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This project was completed for clients who wanted a comfortable, accessible 1ST floor bathroom for their grown daughter to use during visits to their home as well as a nicely-appointed space for any guest. Their daughter has some accessibility challenges so the bathroom was also designed with that in mind.
The original space worked fairly well in some ways, but we were able to tweak a few features to make the space even easier to maneuver through. We started by making the entry to the shower flush so that there is no curb to step over. In addition, although there was an existing oversized seat in the shower, it was way too deep and not comfortable to sit on and just wasted space. We made the shower a little smaller and then provided a fold down teak seat that is slip resistant, warm and comfortable to sit on and can flip down only when needed. Thus we were able to create some additional storage by way of open shelving to the left of the shower area. The open shelving matches the wood vanity and allows a spot for the homeowners to display heirlooms as well as practical storage for things like towels and other bath necessities.
We carefully measured all the existing heights and locations of countertops, toilet seat, and grab bars to make sure that we did not undo the things that were already working well. We added some additional hidden grab bars or “grabcessories” at the toilet paper holder and shower shelf for an extra layer of assurance. Large format, slip-resistant floor tile was added eliminating as many grout lines as possible making the surface less prone to tripping. We used a wood look tile as an accent on the walls, and open storage in the vanity allowing for easy access for clean towels. Bronze fixtures and frameless glass shower doors add an elegant yet homey feel that was important for the homeowner. A pivot mirror allows adjustability for different users.
If you are interested in designing a bathroom featuring “Living In Place” or accessibility features, give us a call to find out more. Susan Klimala, CKBD, is a Certified Aging In Place Specialist (CAPS) and particularly enjoys helping her clients with unique needs in the context of beautifully designed spaces.
Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD
Photography by: Michael Alan Kaskel

San Marino based clients were interested in developing a property that had been in their family for generations. This was an exciting proposition as it was one of the last surviving bayside double lots on the scenic Coronado peninsula in San Diego. They desired a holiday home that would be a gathering place for their large, close- knit family.
San Marino based clients were interested in developing a property that had been in their family for generations. This was an exciting proposition as it was one of the last surviving bayside double lots on the scenic Coronado peninsula in San Diego. They desired a holiday home that would be a gathering place for their large, close-knit family. Facing the Back Bay, overlooking downtown and the Bay Bridge, this property presented us with a unique opportunity to design a vacation home with a dual personality. One side faces a bustling harbor with a constant parade of yachts, cargo vessels and military ships while the other opens onto a deep, quiet contemplative garden. The home’s shingle-style influence carries on the historical Coronado tradition of clapboard and Craftsman bungalows built in the shadow of the great Hotel Del Coronado which was erected at the turn of the last century. In order to create an informal feel to the residence, we devised a concept that eliminated the need for a “front door”. Instead, one walks through the garden and enters the “Great Hall” through either one of two French doors flanking a walk-in stone fireplace. Both two-story bedroom wings bookend this central wood beam vaulted room which serves as the “heart of the home”, and opens to both views. Three sets of stairs are discretely tucked away inside the bedroom wings.
In lieu of a formal dining room, the family convenes and dines around a beautiful table and banquette set into a circular window bay off the kitchen which overlooks the lights of the city beyond the harbor. Working with noted interior designer Betty Ann Marshall, we designed a unique kitchen that was inspired by the colors and textures of a fossil the couple found on a honeymoon trip to the quarries of Montana. We set that ancient fossil into a matte glass backsplash behind the professional cook’s stove. A warm library with walnut paneling and a bayed window seat affords a refuge for the family to read or play board games. The couple’s fine craft and folk art collection is on prominent display throughout the house and helps to set an intimate and whimsical tone.
Another architectural feature devoted to family is the play room lit by a dramatic cupola which beacons the older grandchildren and their friends. Below the play room is a four car garage that allows the patriarch space to refurbish an antique fire truck, a mahogany launch boat and several vintage cars. Their jet skis and kayaks are housed in another garage designed for that purpose. Lattice covered skylights that allow dappled sunlight to bathe the loggia affords a comfortable refuge to watch the kids swim and gaze out upon the rushing water, the Coronado Bay Bridge and the romantic downtown San Diego skyline.
Architect: Ward Jewell Architect, AIA
Interior Design: Betty Ann Marshall
Construction: Bill Lyons
Photographer: Laura Hull
Styling: Zale Design Studio

The Poinciana House was the renovation of a 1937 Colonial house located in the Idelwyld Neighborhood of Fort Lauderdale. The objective of the renovation was taking this internally oriented home and opening up the interior spaces to the exterior making the outdoors an extension of the living space. The addition of a new master bathroom was also a part of the program
An enclosed exterior entry courtyard was created using a newly built privacy wall. Interior spaces that bordered the entry courtyard were connected through French doors which open to an adjoining veranda. A lily pond was added as a point of interest in the courtyard.
An existing asphalt single roof was replaced with a new standing seam metal roof to giving the house a touch of the tropics and a modern “Cracker” aesthetic. Other exterior improvements included a new swimming pool in the back yard surrounded by a concrete paver deck with new landscaping. A new roof deck was also placed adjoining the second floor master bedroom.
The living room was reworked using a short glass block wall to define an entry just to the inside of the newly placed French doors. These French doors were built with pocketed sliding screen doors so the living room could be opened up to the prevailing breeze and naturally ventilated. A polished concrete floor was placed in the living room along with a new lighting system. Biedermeir furniture was selected to create an eclectic aesthetic in contrast to the polished concrete floor. French doors were also installed at the rear of the house opening to the backyard.
In the dining room in addition to the newly installed French doors the original “Ketchum” tile floor was excavated from under an existing parquet wood floor, were restored.
An existing garage was demolished and replaced with a new second level master bathroom with a new carport below. Features of note in the bathroom are the hanging double sided mirrors over double wide granite vanities with the lighting fixture “The Beverly” above, designed for and named after the client. The claw foot cast iron tub was sourced from a salvage yard. This bathroom was also featured in Interior Design Magazine and a number newspaper articles and other periodicals.
Photos: Bill sanders Photography
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