Whole House Remodels

Ready to reimagine your entire home? With over 25 years of design, remodeling, and project management experience, our Design + Build team will provide expert guidance every step of the way.  From concept and design to permits and construction, we manage the entire process to help provide a low-stress experience. We’ll help you envision the possibilities for your home, weigh the cost/benefit of each design decision, and develop a plan to enhance your home’s beauty, functionality, and value- transforming your home into one you’ll love for years to come. 

• Remodel daughter’s bedroom and bath with a Hollywood Glam theme.
• Use high-end materials but ensure the house is comfortable–not formal or fussy.

To create a more architecturally appealing profile, we built a 700 Sq. Ft. addition to the second story primary suite and a new professional home office that can also be used as a bedroom. The home’s flat façade and shed roof were replaced on the front exterior with a gabled timber-framed entry porch. New stone columns and additional roof and window gables provide symmetry and architectural interest. Bump-outs were added to the dining and family rooms on the first floor to create a functional and relaxed flow. A gourmet kitchen with professional appliances and a walk-in pantry, which is perfect for entertaining. Space was borrowed from neighboring rooms to create an ensuite bedroom with a walk-in closet for the daughter. Former bedrooms were re-purposed as laundry/sewing rooms and guest rooms, creating a place for everything. Throughout the home, the family’s love of nature inspired the choice of a soft color palette, organic textures, and natural materials that are luxurious but not fussy.

All new siding, windows, trim, doors, and hardware were installed. Several window openings were enlarged to increase natural lighting. The roof was reframed to create a more pleasing silhouette, adding a second peak above the new entrance. The exterior received a new roof, stucco, cultured stone siding, light fixtures, and a paver stone driveway. A dual-zone HVAC system, LED lighting, a whole house fan, an on-demand water heater, and radiant barrier roof sheeting were installed to increase the home’s energy efficiency.

Initially, the clients started the process thinking that the home should be a one-story home with approximately 2,500 sq. ft. However, considering their design wish list, the final project was a 3,019 sq. ft. two-story home. Not only did they end up with the home they dreamed of, but it also included many features that make living in the home more efficient and pleasurable. These include an enormous primary closet, a convenient combination pantry/utility room, a laundry room with a mud room for their dogs, and a great room fireplace serving the patio. The large eight-by-nine-foot foyer and extra wide six-to-eight-foot hallways make this home particularly welcoming. While the home is two stories, Universal Design was incorporated with the long-term goal of living on the first floor in later years. The primary suite and other amenities, such as laundry and utility closet, are on the main floor, and the upstairs contains rooms for guests or other flex space.

Energy-efficient construction techniques and materials were employed throughout the house, including fiber cement siding, a steel, standing-seam “Cool Roof,” radiant barrier underlayment, and foam insulation. Energy-efficient windows, doors, lighting, appliances, fixtures, and HVAC systems were also installed.

An innovative, automated window control system was conceived to create an airflow “chimney” from the first floor through the clerestory— a whole-house air exchange leveraging prevailing canyon air currents. One of the most rewarding aspects of the project is that the owners told us that we solved problems and removed obstacles they hadn’t fully recognized they had. As an example, the original plans completed by another firm left the kitchen in the original 5′ x 7′ configuration. We suggested that two interior walls be moved to extend the kitchen and bedroom by 3’. This created an 8′ x 7′ galley kitchen, completely transforming the experience of that space.

The main goals for the project were to reconfigure the rabbit warren of small rooms to make the home feel more spacious, to enhance the aesthetics of the interior and exterior, and to improve the home’s overall flow and function. 

We added just 200 sq. ft. to the front of the house and reframed the roof line to create a columned brick porch, entry foyer, laundry room, and full-size bathroom. An open floor plan was designed to allow visual access to multiple rooms while maintaining the traditional style throughout the house. The wall between the living and dining rooms was opened, and space from other rooms was borrowed to create a gourmet kitchen with an island, a corner pantry, and prep areas for multiple cooks. The ceiling height in the great room was vaulted to 10’, making the whole interior look open and spacious. Layers and layers of elegant crown molding were added to the ceiling, consistent with the home’s classic style. Elegant materials, fixtures, and finishes in neutral tones create a timeless luxury aesthetic. 

Throughout the house, all windows and doors were replaced, instantly improving the home’s look and energy efficiency. New black hardware adds a sleek, modern touch. The entry is now anchored by a solid Douglas Fir front door that complements the garage, and new sliding patio doors in the great room, primary bedroom, and office flood the rooms with light. To further enhance the home’s airy feel, new skylights were added in the kitchen and living room. The original hardwood floors were carefully patched and refinished in a classic Golden Oak stain, and a whole-house fan was installed for eco-friendly cooling and improved air quality.

The Kitchen: A Chef’s Dream

The newly expanded kitchen is the showstopper of this remodel. At its center, a dramatic 12-foot island features a stunning Zermat Quartzite countertop in creamy white with elegant gray veining. It’s the perfect centerpiece for both meal prep and entertaining, with seating for four. The kitchen is equipped with top-of-the-line appliances, including a Wolf 6-burner stove, LG refrigerator and dishwasher, and a Sub-Zero beverage fridge. White shaker-style cabinetry provides a clean, timeless look, while a full-height, glossy gray subway tile backsplash adds a touch of sophistication. Full-height windows and a new patio door offer a panoramic view of the inviting pool and patio.

Thoughtful Details and Finishes

Every room was meticulously designed with high-quality materials and thoughtful touches. In the half bath, a white shaker vanity with a Quartzite countertop mirrors the elegance of the kitchen. The floor is covered in Emser Cabin matte porcelain tile in the Denali colorway, and a Grohe faucet and toilet complete the look.

The primary suite and hall bathrooms feature striking custom-made walnut double vanities topped with sleek Raven Caesarstone quartz countertops. The backsplashes are a standout element, with Emser Passion glossy subway tiles in a beautiful dark green “Verde” hue. Kohler sinks and toilets, along with Grohe faucets and shower heads, complete the luxurious feel. The floors in these bathrooms also feature the Emser Cabin porcelain tile in Denali. The shower and tub surrounds are finished with taupe Emser Milestone tile, installed horizontally to create a clean, contemporary line.