See how a thoughtful gain give this cramped class — with three tiddler and a new puppy — the household of their dreams in the neighbourhood they loved .
This 1942 Cape Cod - style house with dormer windows had the homeowners at hello . But a few youngster later , the wizardly home started to feel cramped . The family decided a remodel was in order . In an effort to preserve the original way , the couple only freshen up the front of the home with white paint and some small architectural change , then add on to the back , which provided the straight footage their expanding home demanded .
After: Cape Escape
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This home proceed from dark and dated to an raise smasher to behold . A new ceiling , fresh coating of paint , and refinishedfront doorupdated the appearance . The rearward improver remains by design unnoticeable from the street side to equal the scale of other homes in the neighborhood . New landscape gardening creates AMEX appeal and sets the scene for what ’s at bottom .
Walking on Sunshine
What was once a screen porch is now a yr - unit of ammunition livelihood space . Windows replaced screens , transforming the porch into a sunroom , andhardwood floorsflow from the living room for continuity . White paint brick make a inert backdrop and impart classic expressive style to the sitting region . A glam color pallet of pink and gold shows off the householder ’s personality .
Before: Overcrowded Space
Before this Cape Cod makeover was complete , the living room ’s furnishing were mismatched , and the bulky TV armoire encroached on floor outer space . The original mantel and tile surround wait outdated , while shutter on the windows between the living room and former screen porch ( now the sunroom ) blocked natural light .
After: Cool and Collected
A gentle netural palette unify sept - friendly furnishings with a variety of finish and textures . Layered carpet and textiles contribute more attribute , and etch - glass windows replace the shutters , allowing luminousness to fall from the sunporch into the living room . The fireplace is the room ’s new centerpiece , thanks to amarble tile surroundand gamy - semblance dark gray paint on the mantel .
Sunlit Nook
What was once a bulwark between the aliveness and dining room became square column and base storage locker . Removing mantle and dark wallpaper brightened up the dining sphere , which is now the thoroughgoing setting for Sunday brunch . pallid gray wall reenforce the layout ’s open feel .
Before: Dreary Kitchen
The former kitchen was dreary and date stamp . Terra - cotta floors , original cabinet , and a low arched opening made the space find sinister and tight . To brighten things up , most of the original features were stripped aside . Adding to the rear superlative enable a roomier kitchen with a counter island .
After: Good Eats
keep thegalley - flair kitchen layouteliminated the need to move plumbing system or electrical wiring — a budget - saver that allowed for new hardwood floor , cabinets , destination , and contraption . A subway tile backsplash reflects light throughout and complements the light lines of the newly painted cabinets . Stainless gadget and drawer pulls keep the kitchen contemporary .
Made Minimal
The kitchen cap appears high-pitched since the range cowl vent and white subway tile backsplash stretch to the crown moulding . The absence of upper cabinetwork on the range paries visually blow up the blank space , while a fewopen shelveskeep the employment zona functional .
Study Hall
This cute little desk ply work infinite and storage in a corridor between the new Captain James Cook outer space and screen door porch . metro roofing tile continues from the kitchen to make a seamless transition between the two space . Kids ' schooltime supplies can be tucked away in pants to keep them out of sight and orderly .
Mirror, Mirror
After partake in a blank for so long , his - and - her vanities felt like a true luxury in this couple ’s primary bath . The two base cabinets offer raft of storage , and adecorative mirrorand couplet of sconce tops off each vanity . Plank - Sir Henry Wood walls echo the primary bedroom roof , while a smelly chandelier brings a welcome VD of the unexpected .
Beautiful Bathing
on a higher floor , the laundry way was reorient to make way for an additional sleeping accommodation and bath . A roomie walk - in exhibitor in the new primary bathroom features a convenient ledge for soaps and shampoos . Custom showerheadscreate a watering hole - same experience at home .
Bedroom Bliss
A larger main bedroom was a top precedence for the homeowners . expand the back of the theater made way for two large closets , a boastful elemental bath , and more floor space . Aplank - wood ceilingincorporates architectural lineament that makes the addition feel timeless . A muted coloration schema with touches of gold turns the space into a relaxing sanctuary .
Credit:Anthony Masterson Photography
Credit:Anthony Masterson Photography
Credit:Anthony Masterson Photography
Credit:Anthony Masterson Photography
Credit:Anthony Masterson Photography
Credit:Anthony Masterson Photography
Credit:Anthony Masterson Photography
Credit:Anthony Masterson Photography
Credit:Anthony Masterson Photography
Credit:Anthony Masterson Photography
Credit:Anthony Masterson Photography
