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Craftsman Legacy: Second-Story Addition & Full Home Remodel

Beautiful dialogue between old world charm and modern comfort

About This Project

This full-scale remodel and second-story addition transformed a historic Craftsman home into a fully customized 2-story residence rich in character and detail. From the restored original dormer to the extensive finish carpentry and thoughtfully designed living spaces, every corner of the home reflects craftsmanship, function, and timeless style.

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Project Details

Second-Story Addition:

    • Full second-story build including a new primary suite with bedroom, bathroom, and laundry room
    • Vaulted ceilings with skylights featuring concealed LED strip lighting for soft mood ambiance
    • Double French doors leading into both the primary bedroom and bathroom

Primary Bathroom:

    • Features a drop-in tub, large walk-in shower, private toilet room, and custom vanity and closet
    • Finishes include green subway tile, natural stone, medallion accents, mosaic borders, and Caesarstone quartz countertops

Primary Bedroom:

    • Built-in bench with drawers in custom finishes
    • Marvin wood windows throughout the house
    • Hardwood red oak flooring throughout both levels

Staircase & Wood Detailing:

    • Custom white oak stair railing with a unique skirt featuring cloud corbel detailing that mirrors the front porch design
    • Extensive finish carpentry on both floors, including custom baseboards, casing, and picture railing

First Floor Remodel:

    • Redesigned living room, formal dining, kitchen with breakfast banquette, guest bath, and two bedrooms
    • Kitchen features custom cabinetry, Corian countertops with integrated sink, and a natural stone backsplash with medallion accents
    • Copper-toned cabinet hardware and faucet, plus custom pantry and seating area
    • Formal dining room includes full custom woodwork, wrapping millwork, and integrated LED strip lighting

Guest Bathroom:

    • Tub/shower combo with green subway tile and built-in cabinetry

Fireplace & Architectural Details:

    • Original fireplace brickwork stained and preserved
    • Hearth finished with handmade Zia tile and medallion inlays
    • Custom drywall chimney hood with unique geometric shape

Doors & Fixtures:

    • Solid natural-stained wood interior doors on the first floor
    • Unique pendant and sconce lighting selections throughout

Exterior Enhancements:

    • Custom wood shingle siding and asphalt roofing
    • Rebuilt 1920s dormer with original charm and new corbel and rafter tail details
    • Reimagined front porch with pony wall, custom columns, and decorative wood corbels

Before & After

Our client’s home before and after the remodeling.

Renovated kitchen from a full craftsman home remodel.

"Respect for the old is the first condition of creativity."

Alvar Aalto
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