The interior layout of the first floor was modified for a better flow. The kitchen was relocated between the living room and the dining room to provide a more flexible and open layout. The new picture frame window at the backsplash and skylights brings in natural light as well as provide views to the side yard. The family room is tucked in on the side of the dining room and opens up to the rear deck. The previously unfinished basement was designed to have two bedrooms, a bathroom in the front and a family room in the back that opens up to a patio. The second floor was modified to provide a larger bathroom to serve the two bedrooms.

On the exterior we removed the existing damaged and deteriorated stone cladding and replaced it with new modern and durable materials. The two-tone siding creates a contrast and variation while highlighting certain areas of the façade. New large windows throughout bring in more natural light. The new angled and custom made windows help accentuate the sloped roof lines and midcentury character of the house. Clear story windows were added at the high roof to activate what was originally a largely visible blank wall and bring more light to the 2nd floor. The front and rear decks were rebuilt and a sunken patio was created at the rear for more functional outdoor space.

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On the exterior we removed the existing damaged and deteriorated stone cladding and replaced it with new modern and durable materials. The two-tone siding creates a contrast and variation while highlighting certain areas of the façade. New large windows throughout bring in more natural light. The new angled and custom made windows help accentuate the sloped roof lines and midcentury character of the house. Clear story windows were added at the high roof to activate what was originally a largely visible blank wall and bring more light to the 2nd floor. The front and rear decks were rebuilt and a sunken patio was created at the rear for more functional outdoor space.

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These four homes started as a small lot of dirt in the Twin Peaks District of San Francisco. RRS was sub-contracted by a local developer to transform this plot of land into 4 homes that would reflect the pinnacle of living in the Bay Area. With stunning views of the city and bay, we believe we achieved just that. With a varying of front facades and styles we also were able to give the appearance of homes that had always lived in the space. Each home sold within 2 weeks on the market for prices ranging from 2.5-3 million dollars. RRS was contracted for every phase of these homes from foundation to all finishes. A beautiful addition to Corbett St as well as the city we love.

The interior layout of the first floor was modified for a better flow. The kitchen was relocated between the living room and the dining room to provide a more flexible and open layout. The new picture frame window at the backsplash and skylights brings in natural light as well as provide views to the side yard. The family room is tucked in on the side of the dining room and opens up to the rear deck. The previously unfinished basement was designed to have two bedrooms, a bathroom in the front and a family room in the back that opens up to a patio. The second floor was modified to provide a larger bathroom to serve the two bedrooms.

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This elegant, "new construction" project features an historically accurate transformation into two elegant, 2-story condominiums. Only the brick facade is preserved; however, the top-level mansard harmonizes with the other homes and the basement level excavation creates more than 8' in ceiling height. The interiors are classically finished with traditional millwork, tiles, fireplaces and other architectural details.

This Fair Play craftsman sits on Lake Hartwell — and its original tan siding had stopped doing justice to the setting. C&W Roofing, Siding & Window Co. replaced the entire exterior with dark blue-gray (Deep Ocean) horizontal lap siding in a fiber cement profile, paired with crisp white trim (Arctic White) that frames the home's arched windows and stone accent details. The result is a dramatically different exterior that fits the lakefront environment — moody, grounded, and clearly custom. The before and after photos include rear waterfront views, which tell the full story: this isn't just a facade change, it's a whole-home transformation visible from the water. Work completed August 2022 in Fair Play, SC. Serving the Lake Hartwell corridor and all of Upstate South Carolina.

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Striking modern custom home transformation featuring black siding, warm cedar cladding, expansive glazing, and luxury architectural details. This complete exterior remodel blends contemporary design, custom craftsmanship, and high-end residential construction to create a one-of-a-kind modern home.

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The Roger Lee designed house from 1962 was purchased by the current homeowners in almost original condition, as the previous owners elected to defer most maintenance projects over the years. The clients were able to see beyond the dated materials and finishes, single-paned glass and uninsulated walls and they approached Klopf Architecture to help them expand and update the entire home, one the family could settle into and enjoy for years to come. It was important that the new designs were aligned with Lee's original intent not only because of the client's appreciation for mid-century modern architecture, but also because the house was deemed historical. The Stanford Real Estate Office requires a stringent design review which safeguards the integrity of the community, which Klopf Architecture was happy to oblige going into their updated designs. As with many original mid-century modern homes, the house was scaled to the 1960s lifestyle where rooms were smaller and openings to views were limited and tightly framed. The original conditions defined the direction the family of four would take in updating the house and making it comfortable for their modern lifestyle. Klopf designed a full gut remodel and major addition to bring the house into the 21st century and provide the living area needed for the client's family. The newly expanded house added just about 1,100 sf to create an airy, comfortable and family friendly house, taking full advantage of the beautiful southwestern views that extend out to the hills beyond. The enclosed garage created an additional 240 sf of covered space for long-term storage. A cracked swimming pool created an eyesore taking up a majority of the backyard landscape, so it was one of the first elements to go during the transformation. Working with Outer Space Landscape Architects, the family asked for a mix of relaxing outdoor patio spaces that eventually blend into the native landscaping, extending their views outward toward the natural greenery of the trees beyond their property. Filling in the old pool was a smart way to expand the living spaces outward. The orientation of the house was designed to enjoy the views, but the original architecture provided the first homeowners with mere glimpses of the landscape outside. Klopf was able to broaden those views, continuing and extending on the original architecture to take full advantage of the unobstructed natural views across the rear facade of the house. Small horizontal openings in the primary bedroom and office were replaced with much taller windows that now follow the angled roof line upward, extending across almost all of the facade. We worked with Western Windows, whose designs included an oblique-shaped, operable casement that allowed our design to rise with the slope. A new corner office added to the primary suite, offers a bright and functional work-from-home solution that looks out at the distant views and added natural light from the expanded window configuration that now wraps around the corner. The existing lower level was designed by Lee as a utilitarian space, serving as a wet pool room with a drain in the center of the floor, bathroom, laundry and storage areas. Without the need for a pool room, Klopf was able to convert the area into a much more comfortable and functional living space with a new family room and guest suite. The new spaces enjoy easy access to a new outdoor patio through floor to ceiling, full-width glass sliders. Continuing along the rear facade, a previously exposed deck extending from the living room and hallway provided access to the backyard through a single set of stairs leading toward the side of the house which made sense when the pool was in place. The new deck was re-envisioned as an extension of the main living room and now serves as a second outdoor living room. A new slatted pergola above provides the homeowners welcome relief from the hot afternoon sun. A second set of stairs now creates a better connection to the redesigned lower level. Klopf was able to reconfigure the spaces, extending the living room outward toward the views, where the family now claims it as the heart of the home, spending a large majority of their time outdoors. Back inside, the original wood-burning Malm fireplace was beautifully restored and a gas burner installed to comply with California's strict air standards. It now rests in front of a wall of Heath accent tiles where a dated red brick wall used to stand. A new taller window brings more light and views into the refreshed interior living room. The original glass doors opposite the fireplace were replaced by larger sliders that when fully opened, create a seamless transition to the new outdoor living area so the two spaces feel like one connected space. The original utilitarian kitchen was needlessly tucked into the far back corner and closed-off, out of sight from the living room, so the clients asked Klopf to open it up and expand the kitchen forward so it felt more connected. Today the much larger kitchen is connected to the living area where a short wall with a cutout offers a visual glimpse into the kitchen and a handy pass-through counter for serving guests. A new breakfast nook was also added to create another spot where the family can gather for casual meals. Just outside, a new built-in outdoor grill and prep area extends the kitchen outside and connects to a new outdoor dining spot nestled amongst the trees, taking advantage of the views out back. Klopf was able to expand the other two bedrooms, add a new laundry room and half-bath and convert the carport to an enclosed garage to add more storage areas which was lost when the pool house was converted to the family and guest room. To maintain a historical connection to the original designs, the exterior siding was repeated on all exterior walls, a full-height stained glass window at the front entryway restored, and an interior slatted screen element repeated outside at the exterior entry courtyard and over the new outdoor living room to create a shade trellis. The new house stands proudly and shines against it's new landscaping features, while respecting and expanding on the original intent of Roger Lee's designs epitomizing the comforts of indoor-outdoor living in Northern California. Completion year: 2020 Klopf Architecture project team: John Klopf, Klara Kevane, Noel Andrade Contractor: ORB Construction, Brendan O'Reilly Structural engineer: Sezen and Moon Landscape architect: Outer space Furnishings and decoration: Urbanism Designs Photographer: Mariko Reed

This is the new front porch and foyer we designed to spruce up an existing home. It's a craftsman style facade with space to sit on a porch swing and watch the people walk by. It also gives cover over the new front door and created a small foyer space as you enter.