Project Description & Challenges
The owners of this Colonial style home were ready to make substantial changes to their home to update the function and look of the space. The project had two main objectives: modernizing the kitchen and including some appliances that supported healthy eating and nutrition, as well as making a master bedroom suite that was a quiet retreat with a resort-like feel. Addressing these two objectives at the same time offered both some challenges as well as some opportunities.

The expansion of the master bedroom to create a luxurious suite required building over the garage. This extra square footage allowed for a foyer off main hall, master bedroom, dressing room, and closet area. The client wanted the floor elevations to be the same, so the design team used engineered lumber to span the garage. Mechanical challenges resulted from this build out, as the heating & AC was maxed out in the existing home. On the first floor, the plumbing stack was in soffit and needed to be rerouted. Creative ductwork was necessary to accomodate kitchen vent and the motor was mounted outside. Pictured below are the results of this expansion for the master bedroom suite:
 

Imagine waking up in the morning and bringing your cup of coffee into this dressing room to select your clothes for the day. Two full-sized walk-in closets, with ample room for a full selection of clothing, shoes and accessories are directly off of this room. The warm traditional style carries through to the built-ins as well as the windows that look out over the front yard. This room also serves as a quiet spot that is perfect for
doing a jigsaw puzzle or working on your stamp collection. It's a good spot
to spend the morning if you decide not to get out of your pajamas!

This bathroom is captures the essence of traditional style. With its rich cherry cabinets with square raised panels and brass fixtures,
this bathroom has a luxurious feel that transcends time. The deep tub with its whirlpool jets provides a spa-like setting for relaxation. The deep
marble surround with its ogee detail provides an ample ledge to perch candles, the latest spy novel or a glass of wine. Imagine settling in for a relaxing soak in this tub!
 

This opulent shower has a brass finish semi-frameless sliding glass door for easy access. The hand-held shower unit combined with a built in seat makes this a shower that is easy to use for young and old alike. The
neutral tones and the tumbled marble detail extend the sense of calm into the shower. The radiant floor heat controls are located on the wall and make the bathroom tiles just the right temperature. No shock for the feet when stepping out of the warmth of the tub or shower. It all feels just right!

When adding on to this center entrance Colonial home, it was important to keep the style in-keeping and the symmetry of the home in balance. In fact, the addition above the garage actually added
architectural interest and balance. The dormered windows and the detail of
the garage doors complemented the Colonial style of the home. The slight set back of the garage keeps the addition in proportion and allows it to
blend seamlessly with the rest of the home. This integration of style and
detail is critical in the successful design of an addition. Mission accomplished!