The home office was renovated in seven weeks as part of the 2017 One Room Challenge, and was selected as one of two winners.
The two lower levels now have access to the backyard, and the new deck is an easy spot to get some sun, or do a little dance, if it's the couple's young son.
The casual dining area has custom banquette seating by H&A Upholstery, with Moller Model 77 Side Chairs by J.L.Møllers Møbelfabrik from Design within Reach and an Arundel Pendant by In Common With.
The custom kitchen millwork is designed by reBuild Workshop, and fabricated by Custom Lotus, with quartzite counters. The high stools in white oak are by Space Copenhagen.
A Pierson Sofa by Room and Board sits with a vintage travertine coffee table from Chairish and two Maker's Armchairs by Lawson Fenning. The Dixon Six Light Ceiling Fixture, also from Lawson Fenning, is overhead.
Deep blue Heath Ceramics tile accents the fireplace surround, which was relocated from the back room.
Jenny Wall Sconces by Blueprint Lighting flank the preserved woodwork that signals the entry into the "threshold
Today the living room reflects the family’s personalities, interests, and collections. A contemporary light fixture brings renewed energy to the space.
Before: The living room was previously defined by stark white walls and a huge mirror. The cream ceiling fan had to go.
Custom rosewood built-ins by S. Donadic Inc. in the office showcase a collection of Greg’s childhood toys.
The parents’ bedroom, added during the renovation, is fitted with an Eva timber bed, Step Step stool, Aatos chair, and Linus lounge chair, the parents’ bedroom is functional and deliberately pared-back.
Zack is able to work from home, joining the family for lunch or accompanying Devon to pick up the kids in the afternoon.
Although the homeowners and General Assembly exlored several options that involved moving the stairwell, it was left in its original location, just off the kitchen.
The stairwell landing, with new oak bannister and added skylight
The room was finished into a gym and media room with Case Study Daybed Sofa from DWR. "Now we're down there all the time,
Although respecting the context of the house was important to Sofia, she did not want to restrict her design choices.
The design team “poked fun” at the homeowner for her unusual request, but they’ve since recommended bathroom refrigerators to other clients.
"We couldn't put installation where we wanted to expose the joists, so we had to put it on the roof. That actually helped with waterproofing—the original roof was likely our biggest challenge,
La Base designed the shelving in the living space.