This typical 1950s ranch house was remodeled and reconfigured within the homes' original footprint to create a more inviting and comfortable home. The original living room, dining room, and family room were a series of three, small, dark rooms. The interior walls and stained wood wainscoting were removed to visually open the entire area into a family-friendly Great Room. A custom-designed entertainment center, incorporating bookcases and the fireplace mantle, replaced several small pieces of furniture and now serves as the room's focal point. Durango Stone was installed on top of the original brick fireplace surround and hearth. A large bay window was installed to allow more natural light in the entire area. Carpeting was replaced by new and/or refinished hardwood floors throughout the home. The terrazzo tile entry area was removed and replaced with hardwood flooring, inlaid with a custom border. To create a spacious new master suite, we borrowed space from the original living room make room for a luxurious double-vanity bath, glass block shower and a cedar-floored, walk-in closet. The whole house was brought up-to-date with energy efficient windows, paneled doors, larger baseboard, crown molding, and recessed lighting. A paint palette of warm neutrals was chosen to further enhance the homes? new light and airy feel.

This multi-level contemporary home was updated to meet the needs of this growing, active family. Replacement wood windows and a new five-section bow window with seat replaced the numerous existing aluminum windows. A new entry door and elegant patio doors make a comfortable transition to the exterior living spaces. The kitchen was remodeled with expansive granite countertops, European appliances and painted cabinetry with and glass cabinetry. A breakfast bar provides a convenient area for children's meals. Additional cabinets conceal a family computer area and TV/stereo center. A new skylight provides natural lighting.

Three bathrooms were remodeled in this historic, turn-of-the-century Atherton estate transforming them with a modern sense of spaciousness and convenience while maintaining the classic elegance of the home. In the guest bath, removing the interior walls made the formerly dark room, open and airy. A glamorous first impression was created by reframing the door and placing a spectacular vignette on a previously unremarkable wall. The antique Venetian mirror, flanked by two period sconces holds court above a furniture-quality vanity topped with a honed marble countertop and vessel sink. In the boys' bath, the space was redesigned- eliminating a wall between the vanity and shower areas. In keeping with the home's classic architecture, intricately-molded, glass, glazed tiles, deep crown molding and soft honed limestone counters and floors were employed. In the re-designed housekeeper's bath, reducing the back shower wall from full height to half height visually makes the room appear twice as large. In addition, another small wall was removed to improve the flow into the room. Honed limestone tile with mosaic tile accents, a classic footed vanity painted a creamy white, and an emperador light marble countertop create a calm, relaxing environment. All interior design is by Johnny Moalempour of MJM Interior Design, San Francisco. This project won a 2009 NARI Meta Award. See the awards section for more details.

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