A quick overview. For close-ups and greater detail, SEE Blog.
A quick overview. For close-ups and greater detail, SEE Blog.
A quick overview. For close-ups and greater detail, SEE Blog.
A quick overview. For close-ups and greater detail, SEE Blog.
A quick overview. For close-ups and greater detail, SEE Blog.
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Total Renovation of a Neglected 1950s Home
The Scope of the Project
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My work on this home was extensive because the whole house had to be gutted, and it needed every area to be renovated.
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I was hired to design new exterior and interior architecture, improve the functional flow with a more open plan, and create a large master suite addition on the back of the house.
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Although one of the owners, Tracy, is an accomplished designer, she wanted to turn the task over to me to see what I would come up with. We have a history of working together over the years, so it was really fun to collaborate with her on this new investment property she bought. She wanted to go for a Bohemian mid‑century vibe, and she loves color, so those were my design parameters. Meanwhile, Tracy did a great job finding all the vintage furnishings.
Curb Appeal
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The street view of the Tracy Project was in tough shape before we began renovating. Calling it "delayed maintenance" would be an understatement — it needed help everywhere. But it had two undeniable advantages: a large, deep lot and tons of potential.
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​Our vision was to transform the front elevation by adding a seven-foot-deep front porch. We also brought the front door forward by three feet, creating a shallow entry hall inside that immediately gave the home a more welcoming focal point. We added further impact with a bold color on the new door.
To complete the aesthetic, we added dramatic open beams over the porch for a hint of contemporary character. A new roof, thoughtful paint selections, and simple, clean landscaping tied everything together — and the transformation was complete.
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Living Room and Dining Space
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Revamping the architecture of the Living and Dining areas completely transformed their functionality and aesthetic. We vaulted the ceiling and added three new windows in the peak of the vault.
​​Along with the added abundance of natural light, the white oak floors and sculptural modern lighting keep the mood upbeat. Creating a one‑foot‑deep alcove for the TV and its credenza resulted in a better walk space leading from the living room to the new open kitchen layout.​
Authentic mid‑century furniture combines with new upholstery and a dramatic wool rug that anchors the color scheme. Eclectic art was carefully selected to be both appealing and surprising. The guitar display reminds us that we are in Nashville.​
Kitchen
Viewing the open dining space with all its vaulted natural light expands the feel of what was once a cramped cul‑de‑sac kitchenette. Now it actually invites guests to circulate!
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All the new appliances and thoughtful custom cabinetry design make this vintage‑themed kitchen a functional dream for any serious foodie. The confident use of hand‑glazed tile repeats a color thread running through the home.
Mudroom
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Adding the mudroom provides not only additional storage, but it also accesses the large entertaining deck and spacious backyard.
Hallway
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The homeowner and I share a love for axis viewpoints, and the tiled wall and painted chest are a great example of a hall with a view. By creating a short side hall to access the two secondary bedrooms, we eliminated the former look of a hallway filled with randomly placed doors. The master suite is privately placed to the left after the hall turns.
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Secondary Bedrooms
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The two secondary bedrooms include custom touches throughout. Here the mid‑century theme incorporates vintage lighting and furniture patiently located and acquired by the homeowners. Custom details and color choices in the rooms add to the fun.
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Hall Bath
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A large-scale floor tile pattern and a floating vanity visually expand this generously sized hall bath. The original window was replaced with an exterior door featuring privacy glass, allowing convenient access from the deck and backyard.
It's there that a parked Airstream awaits renovation, and it will become an overflow space for overnight guests. For now, it adds a wonderful mid‑century touch to the entertaining area.
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The Master Suite
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Vaulting the ceiling in the new master suite addition was a natural choice. While the architecture echoes the height and rhythm of the renovated living areas, the suite is intentionally more expansive—designed as a private retreat for the homeowners. Three high windows above where the soaking tub will be continue the theme of abundant natural light, creating a dramatic focal point.
A neutral palette of soothing organic and woodsy tones grounds the design with warmth and serenity. Double French doors open to the entertaining deck, inviting both light and charm into the room. Easy outdoor access offers the potential for a future spa area—an anticipated next step for this elegant retreat.
A custom crafted vanity of lightly-stained Alderwood adds classic modern geometry as a counterpoint to the floral metalwork of the vintage chandelier.
Master Bath
The lavish ambiance of the Master Bath began with the selection of a deep soaking tub and a vintage Italian tall dresser to stylishly replace the standard linen cabinet. Extending the ceiling vault and white oak beam through both the bedroom and bath unifies the two spaces.
Backyard & Entertaining Deck
The following views show the dramatic aesthetic and functional changes that occurred when the Mud Room and Master Suite were added.
The spacious Trex deck has room for plenty of seating and dining furniture along with a portable fire pit and a large gas grill. With a nearly level lot, it's an easy two steps down to the yard. These two areas flow nicely when there are larger gatherings.
The private fenced yard is child and pet friendly. The classic tool shed was built on site in the style of the house.
The plan is that the Airstream will become an overflow guest space once its interior renovation is completed.
Another Renovated House Sells... Immediately!
​We completed a different renovation for another client who has flipped several houses in North Carolina, and after moving to Tennessee, they embarked on this project.
The house was previously owned by an elderly gentleman who was having difficulty caring for himself, and his life spent with severe disabilities in a wheelchair resulted in the residence being in shambles.
When my clients purchased the house and brought me onto the renovation project, I came up with a plan based on their vision.
This is another property that required the house to be virtually gutted to allow for an open plan using beautiful neutral and classic tones throughout. We also added an enormous second master suite upstairs by raising the roof on the back of the house.
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Beginning with around 2,220 square feet, our design brought it to over 3,000 square feet with four bedrooms and three full bathrooms.
When my clients put the house on the market, they received multiple offers and it sold immediately. You can see their text message expressing their excitement about the renovation results and their quick sale!
