Welcoming entryway with garden. (c) Lisa Stacholy
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Welcoming entryway with garden. (c) Lisa Stacholy
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After many years of careful consideration and planning, these clients came to us with the goal of restoring this home’s original Victorian charm while also increasing its livability and efficiency. From preserving the original built-in cabinetry and fir flooring, to adding a new dormer for the contemporary master bathroom, careful measures were taken to strike this balance between historic preservation and modern upgrading. Behind the home’s new exterior claddings, meticulously designed to preserve its Victorian aesthetic, the shell was air sealed and fitted with a vented rainscreen to increase energy efficiency and durability. With careful attention paid to the relationship between natural light and finished surfaces, the once dark kitchen was re-imagined into a cheerful space that welcomes morning conversation shared over pots of coffee. Every inch of this historical home was thoughtfully considered, prompting countless shared discussions between the home owners and ourselves. The stunning result is a testament to their clear vision and the collaborative nature of this project. Photography by Radley Muller Photography Design by Deborah Todd Building Design Services

Victorian Front Porch
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The back of this home features a large, lakeside patio and cottage-style architectural details. Photo by Ashley Avila Photography
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The clients have a wonderful Victorian house but needed to renovate and enlarge the kitchen, plus add a family room and garage. Respecting the character of the existing home was critical. The property has frontage on two streets, making it possible to preserve the formal front façade and entry while providing family and auto access from the rear. The sloping site allows the new family room, located on top of the garage, to be at the same level as the kitchen, living and dining room.

Battle Associates Architects
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Photo by Olson Photographic, LLC
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Folk Victorian houses often feature clapboard as the dominant exterior cladding. Vinyl siding clapboard comes in a variety of configurations, including 3" to 8" reveals. When using standard clapboard on the main body, gables or accent walls may feature board & batten siding, shakes, shingles, or shapes. All these options are available in vinyl.

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8' x 12' playhouse with an overall height of ten feet. It can be converted to a very attractive storage shed when the kids out grow it. Reminiscent of old Victorian houses, the steep rooflines and graceful dormer add a fresh style to boring backyard sheds. The two 2×2 opening windows fill the 96 square feet with lots of light making this quaint little cottage irresistible for the kid inside us all. The single door in the dormer is complemented with large double doors on the gable end allowing bulky items to fit in the shelter.