Inspiration for a mid-sized cottage open concept light wood floor living room remodel in Providence with white walls and a wood stove

Flavin Architects was chosen for the renovation due to their expertise with Mid-Century-Modern and specifically Henry Hoover renovations. Respect for the integrity of the original home while accommodating a modern family’s needs is key. Practical updates like roof insulation, new roofing, and radiant floor heat were combined with sleek finishes and modern conveniences. Photo by: Nat Rea Photography

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Large trendy formal and open concept light wood floor living room photo in Seattle with white walls, a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace and no tv

The Control/Shift House is perched on the high side of the site which takes advantage of the view to the southeast. A gradual descending path navigates the change in terrain from the street to the entry of the house. A series of low retaining walls/planter beds gather and release the earth upon the descent resulting in a fairly flat level for the house to sit on the top one third of the site. The entry axis is aligned with the celebrated stair volume and then re-centers on the actual entry axis once you approach the forecourt of the house. The initial desire was for an “H” scheme house with common entertaining spaces bridging the gap between the more private spaces. After an investigation considering the site, program, and view, a key move was made: unfold the east wing of the “H” scheme to open all rooms to the southeast view resulting in a “T” scheme. The new derivation allows for both a swim pool which is on axis with the entry and main gathering space and a lap pool which occurs on the cross axis extending along the lengthy edge of the master suite, providing direct access for morning exercise and a view of the water throughout the day. The Control/Shift House was derived from a clever way of following the “rules.” Strict HOA guidelines required very specific exterior massing restrictions which limits the lengths of unbroken elevations and promotes varying sizes of masses. The solution most often used in this neighborhood is one of addition - an aggregation of masses and program randomly attached to the inner core of the house which often results in a parasitic plan. The approach taken with the Control/Shift House was to push and pull program/massing to delineate and define the layout of the house. Massing is intentional and reiterated by the careful selection of materiality that tracks through the house. Voids and relief in the plan are a natural result of this method and allow for light and air to circulate throughout every space of the house, even into the most inner core. Photography: Charles Davis Smith

The materials used for this space include white washed brushed oak, taj mahal granite, custom shaker style cabinets, original pine ceiling, slate backsplash, slate & metal mosiac at the island, a custom cast concrete sink, and a Wolf range. | While the flow of the kitchen worked for the family, the focus was on updating the look and feel. The old cabinets were replaced with new shaker-style custom cabinets painted in a soothing grey, to compliment the new white-washed, brushed oak floor. Taj Mahal granite counter tops replaced the old dark ones. The refrigerator was replaced with a wider 48” Sub-Zero. The built-in pantry in the kitchen was replaced, with pull-out shelving specific to the family’s food storage needs. A 48” dual fuel Wolf range replaced the outdated cooktop and oven. The tones of the new slate backsplash and slate and metal mosaic on the face of the island created cohesion between the pine hues of the remaining original ceiling and the new white-washed floor. Task and under bar lighting also brightened the space. The kitchen is finished out with a unique concrete apron sink. Capitalizing on the natural light from the existing skylight and glass doors, the upgraded finishes in the kitchen and living area brightened the space and gave it an up-to-date feel. | Photos by Tre Dunham

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Location: Los Angeles, CA 90039, USA This house in the iconic silver lake area of Los Angeles was a interesting house with very specific volumes, inside it was a bu it cold and dark and disjointed, a remodeling was due, the client wanted to change the windows the exterior finish and redo the kitchen and the bathrooms. We have included some before photos so you can see the transformation yourself! Juan Felipe Goldstein Design Co. CLAUDIO SANTINNI PHOTOGRAPHY

Calligaris is a company that keeps up with the times, perceiving the present with that sensitivity that allows for the most interesting and fruitful ideas to be transformed into furniture and decorative accessories ready to enter people's homes and find their place, creating unique spaces that speak volumes about their occupants. Specifications: Suitable for indoor locations only

Location: Los Angeles, CA 90039, USA This house in the iconic silver lake area of Los Angeles was a interesting house with very specific volumes, inside it was a bu it cold and dark and disjointed, a remodeling was due, the client wanted to change the windows the exterior finish and redo the kitchen and the bathrooms. We have included some before photos so you can see the transformation yourself! Juan Felipe Goldstein Design Co. CLAUDIO SANTINNI PHOTOGRAPHY

Location: Los Angeles, CA 90039, USA This house in the iconic silver lake area of Los Angeles was a interesting house with very specific volumes, inside it was a bu it cold and dark and disjointed, a remodeling was due, the client wanted to change the windows the exterior finish and redo the kitchen and the bathrooms. We have included some before photos so you can see the transformation yourself! Juan Felipe Goldstein Design Co. CLAUDIO SANTINNI PHOTOGRAPHY

Location: Los Angeles, CA 90039, USA This house in the iconic silver lake area of Los Angeles was a interesting house with very specific volumes, inside it was a bu it cold and dark and disjointed, a remodeling was due, the client wanted to change the windows the exterior finish and redo the kitchen and the bathrooms. We have included some before photos so you can see the transformation yourself! Juan Felipe Goldstein Design Co. CLAUDIO SANTINNI PHOTOGRAPHY

Location: Los Angeles, CA 90039, USA This house in the iconic silver lake area of Los Angeles was a interesting house with very specific volumes, inside it was a bu it cold and dark and disjointed, a remodeling was due, the client wanted to change the windows the exterior finish and redo the kitchen and the bathrooms. We have included some before photos so you can see the transformation yourself! Juan Felipe Goldstein Design Co. CLAUDIO SANTINNI PHOTOGRAPHY

The house presents itself as a series of sand-blasted 12-8-16 masonry walls upon which a stainless steel and glass clad volume floats. The masonry walls are solid with minimal openings in order to edit out the existing context of the neighborhood while also ensuring privacy. In specific locations associated with the entry courtyard and the outdoor space for a guest bedroom, the masonry gradually opens up its coursing to allow for light and air. Winquist Photography, Matt Winquist

Location: Los Angeles, CA 90039, USA This house in the iconic silver lake area of Los Angeles was a interesting house with very specific volumes, inside it was a bu it cold and dark and disjointed, a remodeling was due, the client wanted to change the windows the exterior finish and redo the kitchen and the bathrooms. We have included some before photos so you can see the transformation yourself! Juan Felipe Goldstein Design Co. CLAUDIO SANTINNI PHOTOGRAPHY

Inspiration for a bedroom contemporary girl carpeted kids' bedroom remodel in Phoenix with pink walls

Location: Los Angeles, CA 90039, USA This house in the iconic silver lake area of Los Angeles was a interesting house with very specific volumes, inside it was a bu it cold and dark and disjointed, a remodeling was due, the client wanted to change the windows the exterior finish and redo the kitchen and the bathrooms. We have included some before photos so you can see the transformation yourself! Juan Felipe Goldstein Design Co. CLAUDIO SANTINNI PHOTOGRAPHY

Location: Los Angeles, CA 90039, USA This house in the iconic silver lake area of Los Angeles was a interesting house with very specific volumes, inside it was a bu it cold and dark and disjointed, a remodeling was due, the client wanted to change the windows the exterior finish and redo the kitchen and the bathrooms. We have included some before photos so you can see the transformation yourself! Juan Felipe Goldstein Design Co. CLAUDIO SANTINNI PHOTOGRAPHY

Mid-sized modern brown wood flat roof idea in Seattle