Preservation of historic details like the tray ceiling and even leaded glass windows replicated by borrowing on designs from the George Maher archive.

Many people can’t see beyond the current aesthetics when looking to buy a house, but this innovative couple recognized the good bones of their mid-century style home in Golden’s Applewood neighborhood and were determined to make the necessary updates to create the perfect space for their family. In order to turn this older residence into a modern home that would meet the family’s current lifestyle, we replaced all the original windows with new, wood-clad black windows. The design of window is a nod to the home’s mid-century roots with modern efficiency and a polished appearance. We also wanted the interior of the home to feel connected to the awe-inspiring outside, so we opened up the main living area with a vaulted ceiling. To add a contemporary but sleek look to the fireplace, we crafted the mantle out of cold rolled steel. The texture of the cold rolled steel conveys a natural aesthetic and pairs nicely with the walnut mantle we built to cap the steel, uniting the design in the kitchen and the built-in entryway. Everyone at Factor developed rich relationships with this beautiful family while collaborating through the design and build of their freshly renovated, contemporary home. We’re grateful to have the opportunity to work with such amazing people, creating inspired spaces that enhance the quality of their lives.

This project was quite involved (and lots of fun). We poured an 8" thick concrete wall; filled in the patio area with 50 tons of gravel; poured a cap in a dark gray integral color, and stamped it with seashell impressions. Then we filled in the patio and step areas with Clay Red integral colored concrete stamped in the Roman Slate pattern, and cut it decoratively into 5' squares. We finished things off by overlaying the wall with a stamped modified mortar to replicate stacked stone.

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Dating back to the 18th century, the chesterfield sofa was once the mark of class and stature. Today, it's symbolic of great taste. Our Barrow Sofa masterfully replicates this iconic British design – button tufted back with a low, cushioned seat, rolled arms with nailhead trim, and the characteristic equal back and arm height.

Simple updates give this powder room a new look to complement the kitchen design. A laminate top, Kohler sink and faucet as well as updated lighting refresh this space while the new vanity replicates the style of the kitchen cabinets. Tricia Shay Photography

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thermally broken narrow profile Alumin-Arte windows and doors with welded sash and frame, replicating the look of steel.
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Replicates rusted hull of ship . Reception area for a maritime law firm Hand made barnacles on bottom. Interior Designer for project - Audrey Duncan of Think Design Inc.

A stunning bespoke security made to replicate a traditional steel conservation area door.
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AFTER - Back of house. New mud room entry. New patio. New steps to the pool and rear yard. Notre replication of porch detailing. Photo by Costas Picadas

Formal Dining Room with new custom built in cabinetry that incorporated the original leaded glass inserts. New Hardwood flooring replicating the perimeter inlay design of the original. The Fireplace was stripped and redressed with new custom mantle, marble surround and hearth.

Photo credit: Nat Rea Photography Styling: Kara Buttefield
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This new mudroom & pantry was in the location of a former garage stall in an attached 2-car garage. One of the stalls became a mudroom and storage area. This new mudroom also serves as the new side entrance to the kitchen. The rich wood of the door finish was replicated in details and paneling of the mudroom built-ins. Kasdan Construction Management; InHouse Photography.

Formal living room is expansive and allows for dual sitting areas, highlighted by dual chandeliers, and seating arrangements. The beautiful new flooring mimics the original seamlessly by replicating the perimeter inlay design skillfully.

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Our clients for this project are a professional couple with a young family. They approached us to help with extending and improving their home in London SW2 to create an enhanced space both aesthetically and functionally for their growing family. We were appointed to provide a full architectural and interior design service, including the design of some bespoke furniture too. A core element of the brief was to design a kitchen living and dining space that opened into the garden and created clear links from inside to out. This new space would provide a large family area they could enjoy all year around. We were also asked to retain the good bits of the current period living spaces while creating a more modern day area in an extension to the rear. It was also a key requirement to refurbish the upstairs bathrooms while the extension and refurbishment works were underway. The solution was a 21m2 extension to the rear of the property that mirrored the neighbouring property in shape and size. However, we added some additional features, such as the projecting glass box window seat. The new kitchen features a large island unit to create a workspace with storage, but also room for seating that is perfect for entertaining friends, or homework when the family gets to that age. The sliding folding doors, paired with floor tiling that ran from inside to out, created a clear link from the garden to the indoor living space. Exposed brick blended with clean white walls creates a very contemporary finish throughout the extension, while the period features have been retained in the original parts of the house.

White faux brick paneling replicates old San Francisco brick work in this bedroom accent wall.
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Dating back to the 18th century, the chesterfield sofa was once the mark of class and stature. Today, it's symbolic of great taste. Our Barrow Sofa masterfully replicates this iconic British design – button tufted back with a low, cushioned seat, rolled arms with nailhead trim, and the characteristic equal back and arm height.