This extensive renovation focused on transitioning an outdated home into a cohesive, functional space with a focus on traditional style elements, improving home access, and maximizing the utility of the basement area.

Problems

The home's design was dated and suffered from functional and structural shortcomings:

• Outdated Aesthetics: The entire home, including the kitchen, living room, dining room, and basement, had an outdated design that needed modernization.

  
  

• Poor Lighting: There was no integrated lighting in the main floor living room and dining room areas.

  
  

• Access Issues: The home lacked direct access from the front foyer to the garage.

  
  

• Non-functional Basement: The existing basement layout was poorly configured and not functional for modern use.

Solution

The renovation involved significant structural modifications and the incorporation of custom features to achieve a high end traditional aesthetic:

• Wainscoting was installed throughout the living room and dining room.

  
  

• A door entrance was created from the front foyer into the garage.

  
  

• A load-bearing wall was removed into the hallway to create a stunning opening into the kitchen.

  
  

• Existing stairs were caped with oak steps and fitted with new iron picket railings.

  
  

• In-ceiling speakers were installed on the main floor and in the basement.

  
  

• A custom-built feature wall was designed in the main bedroom.

  
  

• The basement layout was reconfigured to include a laundry room, built-in-TV, fireplace, new flooring, coat closet, and extra storage.

Key Features

The finalized space features custom millwork and integrated elements that define its new traditional style:

• Custom Millwork

• Spacious opening to the kitchen

  
  

• Custom built TV wall and feature wall

  
  

• Fireplace and functional laundry room in the basement

In Conclusion

The project successfully transformed the outdated home into a modern day comfort with a timeless, traditional style. The structural changes and high end millwork significantly increased the property’s aesthetic appeal, leading to a substantial increase of the property value.