This project involves the renovation of and addition to a 1940’s brick house in the Minimal Transitional Style that is typical of the area. This style marks the transition from 1930’s bungalow houses to 1950’s ranch homes.

The design called for the opening of many of the smaller first floor rooms into an open floor plan to improve the flow and visual connection between the once closed-off rooms. The stair to the second floor was rotated so that it engaged with the bustling center of the house rather than hiding in a back hallway. A large island plays multiple roles in the organization and function of the space. On the kitchen side, it functions as a kitchen island with cabinetry below and knee space for stools. As it extends into the dining room, the island has open shelves for displaying books and pottery.

On the second floor a new master suite and guest bedroom with an en-suite bathroom were created by expanding the house toward the rear of the existing attic. In order to save space, we combined the master and shower and master tub into one larger space so as not to lose the retail value of the tub nor the practicality of a larger shower.