This is the renovated design which highlights the vaulted ceiling that projects through to the exterior. Π‘ΡΠΈΠ»ΡΠ½ΡΠΉ Π΄ΠΈΠ·Π°ΠΉΠ½: ΠΌΠ°Π»Π΅Π½ΡΠΊΠΈΠΉ, ΠΎΠ΄Π½ΠΎΡΡΠ°ΠΆΠ½ΡΠΉ, ΡΠ΅ΡΡΠΉ ΡΠ°ΡΡΠ½ΡΠΉ Π·Π°Π³ΠΎΡΠΎΠ΄Π½ΡΠΉ Π΄ΠΎΠΌ Π² ΡΡΠΈΠ»Π΅ ΡΠ΅ΡΡΠΎ Ρ ΠΎΠ±Π»ΠΈΡΠΎΠ²ΠΊΠΎΠΉ ΠΈΠ· Π¦Π‘Π, Π²Π°Π»ΡΠΌΠΎΠ²ΠΎΠΉ ΠΊΡΡΡΠ΅ΠΉ, ΠΊΡΡΡΠ΅ΠΉ ΠΈΠ· Π³ΠΈΠ±ΠΊΠΎΠΉ ΡΠ΅ΡΠ΅ΠΏΠΈΡΡ, ΡΠ΅ΡΠΎΠΉ ΠΊΡΡΡΠ΅ΠΉ ΠΈ ΠΎΡΠ΄Π΅Π»ΠΊΠΎΠΉ ΠΏΠ»Π°Π½ΠΊΠ΅Π½ΠΎΠΌ — ΠΏΠΎΡΠ»Π΅Π΄Π½ΠΈΠΉ ΡΡΠ΅Π½Π΄
The homeowners came in looking for a piece of stone as an art piece for their entry way and they fell in love with the Alplinus granite. It is a really one of a kind because it is a granite with a quartz content that allows it to be back lit, which compliments this complete new build in a modern style. The interior decor is a perfect blend of mid-century modern and modern.
Lansdowne Whole House Renovation
Kolby Construction Company
House was painted in Sherwin Williams Pure white with SW Tricorn black windows and trim. New wood windows and new modern glass double front doors. Shutters Painted in SW Light Frech Gray
Stanford Mid-Century Modern Remodel Addition
Klopf Architecture
The Roger Lee designed house from 1962 was purchased by the current homeowners in almost original condition, as the previous owners elected to defer most maintenance projects over the years. The clients were able to see beyond the dated materials and finishes, single-paned glass and uninsulated walls and they approached Klopf Architecture to help them expand and update the entire home, one the family could settle into and enjoy for years to come.
It was important that the new designs were aligned with Lee’s original intent not only because of the client’s appreciation for mid-century modern architecture, but also because the house was deemed historical. The Stanford Real Estate Office requires a stringent design review which safeguards the integrity of the community, which Klopf Architecture was happy to oblige going into their updated designs.
As with many original mid-century modern homes, the house was scaled to the 1960s lifestyle where rooms were smaller and openings to views were limited and tightly framed. The original conditions defined the direction the family of four would take in updating the house and making it comfortable for their modern lifestyle. Klopf designed a full gut remodel and major addition to bring the house into the 21st century and provide the living area needed for the client’s family. The newly expanded house added just about 1,100 sf to create an airy, comfortable and family friendly house, taking full advantage of the beautiful southwestern views that extend out to the hills beyond.
The enclosed garage created an additional 240 sf of covered space for long-term storage.
A cracked swimming pool created an eyesore taking up a majority of the backyard landscape, so it was one of the first elements to go during the transformation. Working with Outer Space Landscape Architects, the family asked for a mix of relaxing outdoor patio spaces that eventually blend into the native landscaping, extending their views outward toward the natural greenery of the trees beyond their property. Filling in the old pool was a smart way to expand the living spaces outward. The orientation of the house was designed to enjoy the views, but the original architecture provided the first homeowners with mere glimpses of the landscape outside.
Klopf was able to broaden those views, continuing and extending on the original architecture to take full advantage of the unobstructed natural views across the rear facade of the house. Small horizontal openings in the primary bedroom and office were replaced with much taller windows that now follow the angled roof line upward, extending across almost all of the facade.
We worked with Western Windows, whose designs included an oblique-shaped, operable casement that allowed our design to rise with the slope. A new corner office added to the primary suite, offers a bright and functional work-from-home solution that looks out at the distant views and added natural light from the expanded window configuration that now wraps around the corner.
The existing lower level was designed by Lee as a utilitarian space, serving as a wet pool room with a drain in the center of the floor, bathroom, laundry and storage areas. Without the need for a pool room, Klopf was able to convert the area into a much more comfortable and functional living space with a new family room and guest suite. The new spaces enjoy easy access to a new outdoor patio through floor to ceiling, full-width glass sliders.
Continuing along the rear facade, a previously exposed deck extending from the living room and hallway provided access to the backyard through a single set of stairs leading toward the side of the house which made sense when the pool was in place.
The new deck was re-envisioned as an extension of the main living room and now serves as a second outdoor living room. A new slatted pergola above provides the homeowners welcome relief from the hot afternoon sun. A second set of stairs now creates a better connection to the redesigned lower level. Klopf was able to reconfigure the spaces, extending the living room outward toward the views, where the family now claims it as the heart of the home, spending a large majority of their time outdoors.
Back inside, the original wood-burning Malm fireplace was beautifully restored and a gas burner installed to comply with California’s strict air standards. It now rests in front of a wall of Heath accent tiles where a dated red brick wall used to stand. A new taller window brings more light and views into the refreshed interior living room. The original glass doors opposite the fireplace were replaced by larger sliders that when fully opened, create a seamless transition to the new outdoor living area so the two spaces feel like one connected space.
The original utilitarian kitchen was needlessly tucked into the far back corner and closed-off, out of sight from the living room, so the clients asked Klopf to open it up and expand the kitchen forward so it felt more connected. Today the much larger kitchen is connected to the living area where a short wall with a cutout offers a visual glimpse into the kitchen and a handy pass-through counter for serving guests. A new breakfast nook was also added to create another spot where the family can gather for casual meals. Just outside, a new built-in outdoor grill and prep area extends the kitchen outside and connects to a new outdoor dining spot nestled amongst the trees, taking advantage of the views out back.
Klopf was able to expand the other two bedrooms, add a new laundry room and half-bath and convert the carport to an enclosed garage to add more storage areas which was lost when the pool house was converted to the family and guest room.
To maintain a historical connection to the original designs, the exterior siding was repeated on all exterior walls, a full-height stained glass window at the front entryway restored, and an interior slatted screen element repeated outside at the exterior entry courtyard and over the new outdoor living room to create a shade trellis.
The new house stands proudly and shines against it’s new landscaping features, while respecting and expanding on the original intent of Roger Lee’s designs epitomizing the comforts of indoor-outdoor living in Northern California.
Completion year: 2020
Klopf Architecture project team: John Klopf, Klara Kevane, Noel Andrade
Contractor: ORB Construction, Brendan O’Reilly
Structural engineer: Sezen and Moon
Landscape architect: Outer space
Furnishings and decoration: Urbanism Designs
Photographer: Mariko Reed
Bridge House
HAUS | Architecture For Modern Lifestyles
Northeast Elevation reveals private deck, dog run, and entry porch overlooking Pier Cove Valley to the north — Bridge House — Fenneville, Michigan — Lake Michigan, Saugutuck, Michigan, Douglas Michigan — HAUS | Architecture For Modern Lifestyles
Mid-Century Modern home remodel
John Webb Construction and Design
Here is an architecturally built house from the early 1970’s which was brought into the new century during this complete home remodel by adding a garage space, new windows triple pane tilt and turn windows, cedar double front doors, clear cedar siding with clear cedar natural siding accents, clear cedar garage doors, galvanized over sized gutters with chain style downspouts, standing seam metal roof, re-purposed arbor/pergola, professionally landscaped yard, and stained concrete driveway, walkways, and steps.
1950’s Mid-Century Modern Beach House
Rollins Andrew Interiors
1950’s mid-century modern beach house built by architect Richard Leitch in Carpinteria, California. Leitch built two one-story adjacent homes on the property which made for the perfect space to share seaside with family. In 2016, Emily restored the homes with a goal of melding past and present. Emily kept the beloved simple mid-century atmosphere while enhancing it with interiors that were beachy and fun yet durable and practical. The project also required complete re-landscaping by adding a variety of beautiful grasses and drought tolerant plants, extensive decking, fire pits, and repaving the driveway with cement and brick.
Mid Century Modern Renovation
Kimberly Demmy Design
Mid Century Modern Renovation — nestled in the heart of Arapahoe Acres. This home was purchased as a foreclosure and needed a complete renovation. To complete the renovation — new floors, walls, ceiling, windows, doors, electrical, plumbing and heating system were redone or replaced. The kitchen and bathroom also underwent a complete renovation — as well as the home exterior and landscaping. Many of the original details of the home had not been preserved so Kimberly Demmy Design worked to restore what was intact and carefully selected other details that would honor the mid century roots of the home. Published in Atomic Ranch — Fall 2015 — Keeping It Small.
Daniel O’Connor Photography
Mid Century Modern Property
Peninsula Building Materials
Ammirato Construction’s use of K2’s Pacific Ashlar thin veneer, is beautifully displayed on many of the walls of this property. ΠΠ΄Π΅Ρ Π΄ΠΈΠ·Π°ΠΉΠ½Π°: Π±ΠΎΠ»ΡΡΠΎΠΉ, Π΄Π²ΡΡ ΡΡΠ°ΠΆΠ½ΡΠΉ, ΡΠ΅ΡΡΠΉ ΡΠ°ΡΡΠ½ΡΠΉ Π·Π°Π³ΠΎΡΠΎΠ΄Π½ΡΠΉ Π΄ΠΎΠΌ Π² ΡΡΠΈΠ»Π΅ ΡΠ΅ΡΡΠΎ Ρ ΠΊΠΎΠΌΠ±ΠΈΠ½ΠΈΡΠΎΠ²Π°Π½Π½ΠΎΠΉ ΠΎΠ±Π»ΠΈΡΠΎΠ²ΠΊΠΎΠΉ, Π΄Π²ΡΡΠΊΠ°ΡΠ½ΠΎΠΉ ΠΊΡΡΡΠ΅ΠΉ ΠΈ ΠΊΡΡΡΠ΅ΠΉ ΠΈΠ· Π³ΠΈΠ±ΠΊΠΎΠΉ ΡΠ΅ΡΠ΅ΠΏΠΈΡΡ
Modern Porch
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The shape of the angled porch-roof, sets the tone for a truly modern entryway. This protective covering makes a dramatic statement, as it hovers over the front door. The blue-stone terrace conveys even more interest, as it gradually moves upward, morphing into steps, until it reaches the porch.
Porch Detail
The multicolored tan stone, used for the risers and retaining walls, is proportionally carried around the base of the house. Horizontal sustainable-fiber cement board replaces the original vertical wood siding, and widens the appearance of the facade. The color scheme β blue-grey siding, cherry-wood door and roof underside, and varied shades of tan and blue stone β is complimented by the crisp-contrasting black accents of the thin-round metal columns, railing, window sashes, and the roof fascia board and gutters.
This project is a stunning example of an exterior, that is both asymmetrical and symmetrical. Prior to the renovation, the house had a bland 1970s exterior. Now, it is interesting, unique, and inviting.
Photography Credit: Tom Holdsworth Photography
Contractor: Owings Brothers Contracting
Venice Island Mid-Century Modern
Dynan Construction Management
SRQ Magazine’s Home of the Year 2015 Platinum Award for Best Bathroom, Best Kitchen, and Best Overall Renovation
Photo: Raif Fluker Π‘Π²Π΅ΠΆΠ°Ρ ΠΈΠ΄Π΅Ρ Π΄Π»Ρ Π΄ΠΈΠ·Π°ΠΉΠ½Π°: ΠΎΠ΄Π½ΠΎΡΡΠ°ΠΆΠ½ΡΠΉ Π΄ΠΎΠΌ Π² ΡΡΠΈΠ»Π΅ ΡΠ΅ΡΡΠΎ — ΠΎΡΠ»ΠΈΡΠ½ΠΎΠ΅ ΡΠΎΡΠΎ ΠΈΠ½ΡΠ΅ΡΡΠ΅ΡΠ°