After serving as a rental for some time, this home was ready to be reclaimed by its owner and her son. Gutting “back to the studs” was an understatement for this one. This transformation involved replanning everything; including the roof, the HVAC system, the entire plumbing system, and relocating the side entrance and staircase to the back of the house. Only the subfloors, the exterior framing structure, and the brick remains from this original 1940’s-built bungalow. When we’re renovating an old structure, we’re bound to find some surprises. This renovation did not disappoint! From basement to roof, we found more than a few, shall we say, potentially catastrophic surprises along the way. Let’s start with the basement. The homeowner wanted to update the basement and make it a usable living space for her adult son as well as a spa with a sauna for her. This required bringing the 6 foot ceiling height up to code at 7 feet. To do this, we had to re-think the HVAC system that was in the basement ceiling. When we opened up the basement ceiling to remove the HVAC supply and return trunks, we discovered asbestos! The asbestos had to be removed before we could dismantle and remove the HVAC system. For the main floor, when we were replanning the existing 2-bedroom layout to create two master bedrooms each with their own ensuites, we looked at the possibility of removing the main load-bearing wall. But our investigations led to the discovery that the load bearing wall was not lined up with the roof or the basement load points, so the load of the house was not continuous throughout. This was a disaster waiting to happen. And as we found out, this lack of alignment was causing major issues with the roof when we went to replace the shingles. We discovered portions of the roof truss in very poor condition, literally moments away from giving out. These were replaced and other truss components were fortified before we went on to re-shingle the roof and replace all the soffits and eavestroughs. Once the structural and space planning elements were sorted out, we could turn our focus to helping this homeowner select the finishes she and her son wanted for their new spaces. She wanted white all the way, and he wanted bold colours. You will see these color choices reflected in their private bathrooms as well as in the upper kitchen and living area that she will mostly use, and the basement entertainment area that he will mostly use. To round out the personalization of this made-new-again home, we converted the basement into an entertainment center with a bar for her son, and a sauna and third full bathroom with a jacuzzi tub for a spa-like feel for her. Without having to build from scratch, this homeowner got the custom home of her dreams. While you “can’t teach an old dog new tricks”, the sky’s the limit on how you can transform an old home into the home of your dreams. When your “old dog” needs some new tricks, we are the Renovator You Can Count On.

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Piperbear Designs added modern style to the classic architecture of this 1920's Victorian duplex in Richmond's historic Fan District SCOPE OF WORK: - New / upgraded kitchens - new cabinets and granite countertops in the downstairs unit; new appliances and fixtures in the upstairs unit. - New / upgraded bathrooms with ceramic tile and new fixtures - Interior and exterior painting - Designer light fixtures - New high efficiency HVAC system - New fence in backyard - Added off street parking space - Replaced rotten railings on back porch - New door hardware

This is the after of the guest room. We added a new 3 piece bathroom. We replaced the window with a door to give guests a private entrance. We added new skylights, a new closet, a new murphy bed, new HVAC system and new lighting. We chose a bright color palette to lighten things up. We used the homeowners collectables gathered from her travels to introduced through her personality.

For this Leslieville basement renovation, Carter Fox was given a big wish list. In order to fit an office, laundry, bathroom with large shower and a spacious entertainment room, we had to steal every available inch. In order to make this happen, we relocated the furnace and engineered a new opening, improving the layout and creating a more natural flow. Being an older (100+ years) house, we upgraded all the plumbing and installed a whole new energy-efficient HVAC system.

Situated in Tudor City, one of New York City's most prestigious and time-honored neighborhoods, we witnessed the saying “The sky's the limit” come true with this project that not only is touching the sky being a Luxury Penthouse but also that it had a high vision of turning its spaces to an even more luxurious oasis. One of the biggest challenges in renovation is trying to make what's already a great place into something even greater. The key areas of the renovation included the kitchen, staircase, HVAC systems, and overall interior ambiance.

Situated in Tudor City, one of New York City's most prestigious and time-honored neighborhoods, we witnessed the saying “The sky's the limit” come true with this project that not only is touching the sky being a Luxury Penthouse but also that it had a high vision of turning its spaces to an even more luxurious oasis. One of the biggest challenges in renovation is trying to make what's already a great place into something even greater. The key areas of the renovation included the kitchen, staircase, HVAC systems, and overall interior ambiance.

Situated in Tudor City, one of New York City's most prestigious and time-honored neighborhoods, we witnessed the saying “The sky's the limit” come true with this project that not only is touching the sky being a Luxury Penthouse but also that it had a high vision of turning its spaces to an even more luxurious oasis. One of the biggest challenges in renovation is trying to make what's already a great place into something even greater. The key areas of the renovation included the kitchen, staircase, HVAC systems, and overall interior ambiance.

Situated in Tudor City, one of New York City's most prestigious and time-honored neighborhoods, we witnessed the saying “The sky's the limit” come true with this project that not only is touching the sky being a Luxury Penthouse but also that it had a high vision of turning its spaces to an even more luxurious oasis. One of the biggest challenges in renovation is trying to make what's already a great place into something even greater. The key areas of the renovation included the kitchen, staircase, HVAC systems, and overall interior ambiance.

This is the after of the guest room. We added a new 3 piece bathroom. We replaced the window with a door to give guests a private entrance. We added new skylights, a new closet, a new murphy bed, new HVAC system and new lighting. We chose a bright color palette to lighten things up. We used the homeowners collectables gathered from her travels to introduced through her personality.

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After serving as a rental for some time, this home was ready to be reclaimed by its owner and her son. Gutting “back to the studs” was an understatement for this one. This transformation involved replanning everything; including the roof, the HVAC system, the entire plumbing system, and relocating the side entrance and staircase to the back of the house. Only the subfloors, the exterior framing structure, and the brick remains from this original 1940’s-built bungalow. When we’re renovating an old structure, we’re bound to find some surprises. This renovation did not disappoint! From basement to roof, we found more than a few, shall we say, potentially catastrophic surprises along the way. Let’s start with the basement. The homeowner wanted to update the basement and make it a usable living space for her adult son as well as a spa with a sauna for her. This required bringing the 6 foot ceiling height up to code at 7 feet. To do this, we had to re-think the HVAC system that was in the basement ceiling. When we opened up the basement ceiling to remove the HVAC supply and return trunks, we discovered asbestos! The asbestos had to be removed before we could dismantle and remove the HVAC system. For the main floor, when we were replanning the existing 2-bedroom layout to create two master bedrooms each with their own ensuites, we looked at the possibility of removing the main load-bearing wall. But our investigations led to the discovery that the load bearing wall was not lined up with the roof or the basement load points, so the load of the house was not continuous throughout. This was a disaster waiting to happen. And as we found out, this lack of alignment was causing major issues with the roof when we went to replace the shingles. We discovered portions of the roof truss in very poor condition, literally moments away from giving out. These were replaced and other truss components were fortified before we went on to re-shingle the roof and replace all the soffits and eavestroughs. Once the structural and space planning elements were sorted out, we could turn our focus to helping this homeowner select the finishes she and her son wanted for their new spaces. She wanted white all the way, and he wanted bold colours. You will see these color choices reflected in their private bathrooms as well as in the upper kitchen and living area that she will mostly use, and the basement entertainment area that he will mostly use. To round out the personalization of this made-new-again home, we converted the basement into an entertainment center with a bar for her son, and a sauna and third full bathroom with a jacuzzi tub for a spa-like feel for her. Without having to build from scratch, this homeowner got the custom home of her dreams. While you “can’t teach an old dog new tricks”, the sky’s the limit on how you can transform an old home into the home of your dreams. When your “old dog” needs some new tricks, we are the Renovator You Can Count On.

After serving as a rental for some time, this home was ready to be reclaimed by its owner and her son. Gutting “back to the studs” was an understatement for this one. This transformation involved replanning everything; including the roof, the HVAC system, the entire plumbing system, and relocating the side entrance and staircase to the back of the house. Only the subfloors, the exterior framing structure, and the brick remains from this original 1940’s-built bungalow. When we’re renovating an old structure, we’re bound to find some surprises. This renovation did not disappoint! From basement to roof, we found more than a few, shall we say, potentially catastrophic surprises along the way. Let’s start with the basement. The homeowner wanted to update the basement and make it a usable living space for her adult son as well as a spa with a sauna for her. This required bringing the 6 foot ceiling height up to code at 7 feet. To do this, we had to re-think the HVAC system that was in the basement ceiling. When we opened up the basement ceiling to remove the HVAC supply and return trunks, we discovered asbestos! The asbestos had to be removed before we could dismantle and remove the HVAC system. For the main floor, when we were replanning the existing 2-bedroom layout to create two master bedrooms each with their own ensuites, we looked at the possibility of removing the main load-bearing wall. But our investigations led to the discovery that the load bearing wall was not lined up with the roof or the basement load points, so the load of the house was not continuous throughout. This was a disaster waiting to happen. And as we found out, this lack of alignment was causing major issues with the roof when we went to replace the shingles. We discovered portions of the roof truss in very poor condition, literally moments away from giving out. These were replaced and other truss components were fortified before we went on to re-shingle the roof and replace all the soffits and eavestroughs. Once the structural and space planning elements were sorted out, we could turn our focus to helping this homeowner select the finishes she and her son wanted for their new spaces. She wanted white all the way, and he wanted bold colours. You will see these color choices reflected in their private bathrooms as well as in the upper kitchen and living area that she will mostly use, and the basement entertainment area that he will mostly use. To round out the personalization of this made-new-again home, we converted the basement into an entertainment center with a bar for her son, and a sauna and third full bathroom with a jacuzzi tub for a spa-like feel for her. Without having to build from scratch, this homeowner got the custom home of her dreams. While you “can’t teach an old dog new tricks”, the sky’s the limit on how you can transform an old home into the home of your dreams. When your “old dog” needs some new tricks, we are the Renovator You Can Count On.

Piperbear Designs added modern style to the classic architecture of this 1920's Victorian duplex in Richmond's historic Fan District SCOPE OF WORK: - New / upgraded kitchens - new cabinets and granite countertops in the downstairs unit; new appliances and fixtures in the upstairs unit. - New / upgraded bathrooms with ceramic tile and new fixtures - Interior and exterior painting - Designer light fixtures - New high efficiency HVAC system - New fence in backyard - Added off street parking space - Replaced rotten railings on back porch - New door hardware

For this Leslieville basement renovation, Carter Fox was given a big wish list. In order to fit an office, laundry, bathroom with large shower and a spacious entertainment room, we had to steal every available inch. In order to make this happen, we relocated the furnace and engineered a new opening, improving the layout and creating a more natural flow. Being an older (100+ years) house, we upgraded all the plumbing and installed a whole new energy-efficient HVAC system.

This Wirth Lake remodel transforms the laundry room and lower level family room with modern updates including a new ceiling, recessed lighting, and a relocated HVAC system. Dark gray matte porcelain tile and a modern take on beadboard cabinets give the laundry room a mid-century modern feel, adding both functionality and style.

Piperbear Designs added modern style to the classic architecture of this 1920's Victorian duplex in Richmond's historic Fan District SCOPE OF WORK: - New / upgraded kitchens - new cabinets and granite countertops in the downstairs unit; new appliances and fixtures in the upstairs unit. - New / upgraded bathrooms with ceramic tile and new fixtures - Interior and exterior painting - Designer light fixtures - New high efficiency HVAC system - New fence in backyard - Added off street parking space - Replaced rotten railings on back porch - New door hardware