The reimagined front entry opens up the once solid entry wall, replacing it with horizontal slats that introduce a technique of transparency, allowing natural light to flow into the courtyard while maintaining privacy. An old water feature was repurposed into a large planter, adding lush texture and color. Linear lighting beneath the stair treads subtly illuminates the pathway, guiding visitors gracefully from the driveway to the front entry. The addition of a new front door and thoughtfully designed landscaping around the courtyard completes the transformation.

The reimagined front entry opens up the once solid entry wall, replacing it with horizontal slats that introduce a technique of transparency, allowing natural light to flow into the courtyard while maintaining privacy. An old water feature was repurposed into a large planter, adding lush texture and color. Linear lighting beneath the stair treads subtly illuminates the pathway, guiding visitors gracefully from the driveway to the front entry. The addition of a new front door and thoughtfully designed landscaping around the courtyard completes the transformation.

The foyer introduces visitors to the home with masculine, artful colors and design. Photo Credit: Sam Arnold Photography, LLC
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The reimagined front entry opens up the once solid entry wall, replacing it with horizontal slats that introduce a technique of transparency, allowing natural light to flow into the courtyard while maintaining privacy. An old water feature was repurposed into a large planter, adding lush texture and color. Linear lighting beneath the stair treads subtly illuminates the pathway, guiding visitors gracefully from the driveway to the front entry. The addition of a new front door and thoughtfully designed landscaping around the courtyard completes the transformation.

The reimagined front entry opens up the once solid entry wall, replacing it with horizontal slats that introduce a technique of transparency, allowing natural light to flow into the courtyard while maintaining privacy. An old water feature was repurposed into a large planter, adding lush texture and color. Linear lighting beneath the stair treads subtly illuminates the pathway, guiding visitors gracefully from the driveway to the front entry. The addition of a new front door and thoughtfully designed landscaping around the courtyard completes the transformation.

The reimagined front entry opens up the once solid entry wall, replacing it with horizontal slats that introduce a technique of transparency, allowing natural light to flow into the courtyard while maintaining privacy. An old water feature was repurposed into a large planter, adding lush texture and color. Linear lighting beneath the stair treads subtly illuminates the pathway, guiding visitors gracefully from the driveway to the front entry. The addition of a new front door and thoughtfully designed landscaping around the courtyard completes the transformation.

Request Free QuoteThe stone steppers leave the path as the transition is made into the small rose garden, which is surfaced only with bluestone chips. A step was introduced as another transition cue, quietly informing the visitor that they are about to enter into a different area.

From early planning through permitting and construction, this project required careful decisions to balance preservation with innovation. The clients were particularly keen to maintain the playful and unexpected qualities that give mid-century homes their personality, and we embraced that spirit throughout the design. Several custom details were carefully engineered to achieve this balance, including a sliding backsplash panel that conceals storage behind a seamless porcelain surface—an element that consistently surprises visitors. The completed space honors the architectural character of the original home while introducing modern functionality, light, and craftsmanship designed to support daily family life

From early planning through permitting and construction, this project required careful decisions to balance preservation with innovation. The clients were particularly keen to maintain the playful and unexpected qualities that give mid-century homes their personality, and we embraced that spirit throughout the design. Several custom details were carefully engineered to achieve this balance, including a sliding backsplash panel that conceals storage behind a seamless porcelain surface—an element that consistently surprises visitors. The completed space honors the architectural character of the original home while introducing modern functionality, light, and craftsmanship designed to support daily family life

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From early planning through permitting and construction, this project required careful decisions to balance preservation with innovation. The clients were particularly keen to maintain the playful and unexpected qualities that give mid-century homes their personality, and we embraced that spirit throughout the design. Several custom details were carefully engineered to achieve this balance, including a sliding backsplash panel that conceals storage behind a seamless porcelain surface—an element that consistently surprises visitors. The completed space honors the architectural character of the original home while introducing modern functionality, light, and craftsmanship designed to support daily family life

From early planning through permitting and construction, this project required careful decisions to balance preservation with innovation. The clients were particularly keen to maintain the playful and unexpected qualities that give mid-century homes their personality, and we embraced that spirit throughout the design. Several custom details were carefully engineered to achieve this balance, including a sliding backsplash panel that conceals storage behind a seamless porcelain surface—an element that consistently surprises visitors. The completed space honors the architectural character of the original home while introducing modern functionality, light, and craftsmanship designed to support daily family life

From early planning through permitting and construction, this project required careful decisions to balance preservation with innovation. The clients were particularly keen to maintain the playful and unexpected qualities that give mid-century homes their personality, and we embraced that spirit throughout the design. Several custom details were carefully engineered to achieve this balance, including a sliding backsplash panel that conceals storage behind a seamless porcelain surface—an element that consistently surprises visitors. The completed space honors the architectural character of the original home while introducing modern functionality, light, and craftsmanship designed to support daily family life

From early planning through permitting and construction, this project required careful decisions to balance preservation with innovation. The clients were particularly keen to maintain the playful and unexpected qualities that give mid-century homes their personality, and we embraced that spirit throughout the design. Several custom details were carefully engineered to achieve this balance, including a sliding backsplash panel that conceals storage behind a seamless porcelain surface—an element that consistently surprises visitors. The completed space honors the architectural character of the original home while introducing modern functionality, light, and craftsmanship designed to support daily family life

From early planning through permitting and construction, this project required careful decisions to balance preservation with innovation. The clients were particularly keen to maintain the playful and unexpected qualities that give mid-century homes their personality, and we embraced that spirit throughout the design. Several custom details were carefully engineered to achieve this balance, including a sliding backsplash panel that conceals storage behind a seamless porcelain surface—an element that consistently surprises visitors. The completed space honors the architectural character of the original home while introducing modern functionality, light, and craftsmanship designed to support daily family life

From early planning through permitting and construction, this project required careful decisions to balance preservation with innovation. The clients were particularly keen to maintain the playful and unexpected qualities that give mid-century homes their personality, and we embraced that spirit throughout the design. Several custom details were carefully engineered to achieve this balance, including a sliding backsplash panel that conceals storage behind a seamless porcelain surface—an element that consistently surprises visitors. The completed space honors the architectural character of the original home while introducing modern functionality, light, and craftsmanship designed to support daily family life

From early planning through permitting and construction, this project required careful decisions to balance preservation with innovation. The clients were particularly keen to maintain the playful and unexpected qualities that give mid-century homes their personality, and we embraced that spirit throughout the design. Several custom details were carefully engineered to achieve this balance, including a sliding backsplash panel that conceals storage behind a seamless porcelain surface—an element that consistently surprises visitors. The completed space honors the architectural character of the original home while introducing modern functionality, light, and craftsmanship designed to support daily family life

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Perched on a sloped lot, the home's front entry welcomes visitors directly to the main living level on the second floor. Crisp white walls and expansive white-framed windows create a clean, understated backdrop that highlights the surrounding treetop views. Soaring vaulted ceilings enhance the sense of volume and openness, while strategically placed skylights fill the interior with natural light throughout the day. Wide-plank light hardwood flooring introduces warmth and organic texture, balancing the home's bright, contemporary aesthetic.