This modest mid-century ranch needed a complete overhaul. Almost everything in this 1955 home needed to be addressed to bring it up to code. The design team needed to see beyond the current walls and floor plan to reimagine the spaces.
The challenge was to modernize, open and rework the living spaces and create a primary retreat, which was to include a large bath, with a special area for daily baths, an expansive closet and a laundry room. A space for the couples’ two large dogs was a must, as well.
Ceilings were raised, and a hidden staircase to the attic was removed. They widened halls and reconfigured baths and walkways to create a one-of-a-kind floor plan. To make the living spaces feel bigger, they bleached the red oak flooring to its natural color, walls were painted soft white, and new, larger windows were added. The primary suite features a pass-through wet bar on the way to a large primary bath where the homeowners can soak in the freestanding tub overlooking the rose garden.
The team created an “open library” for the couple’s extensive collectibles and books at the home’s entrance by the fireplace. Clad in warm tones, the fireplace mirrors the walnut custom front door that is juxtaposed nicely against the bleached oak floor. They selected velvets and linens to offer a level of sophistication to the antiques and collections. Modern and traditional pieces were mixed to balance the homeowners’ styles as well as the feel of the home.
Cabinets: Currey and Company Showrooms: Madden McFarland, KDR Hardware: Emtek Plumbing Fixtures: Kohler Lighting Fixtures: Visual Comfort Paint: Sherwin Williams
Outdoor Space or Landscape The Pensacola The perfect complement to the home’s elegant, “refined coastal” style, the Pensacola model home’s ultra-luxe outdoor spaces were designed for everything from casual day-to-day
Interior Project Making an Entrance The flow and style of this house were desperately dated and stuck in the 1960s. It had a Palm Springs vibe mixed with mid-century modern
Custom Residence The Corner House The project was a complete remodel and addition to an existing small, two-bedroom mid-century ranch. The client desired an additional bedroom, family room, screened-in porch,
Detached Structure Garage or Party Pavilion The original carriage house behind this 1906 Foursquare Craftsman-style home was inadequate for today’s vehicles. The challenge was to build a period-appropriate carport that
The overall goal for this custom home was to bring a sense of modern Prairie style, instilling a feeling of the past with common sense for the future. The homeowner emphasized the concept of a modern luxury hotel—warm and inviting with clean lines. The design team chose limestone and rift oak throughout the home to contrast each other in a warm, earth-tone feeling.
Custom Residence The Mid-Western Originally built in 1954, this mid-century home was revolutionary at the time for its T-shaped split-level plan, which allowed for a more spacious, two-story bedroom wing.
Design Detail Offset Pivoting Door The goal when envisioning this new home was for it to be functional and aesthetically clean with modern details. A unique, solid wood front door
The homeowners, who host frequent gatherings with their large family, needed an efficient working kitchen that was comfortable for entertaining.
James Beard Award-winning Chef Michael Smith is a renowned figure in the local and national culinary arts community.
