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For the renovation of their midcentury ranch house in Chicago, Trey Berre and his wife, Maria Ponce Berre, compared bids from three contractors, ultimately hiring ABO Construction. The total budget for the project climbed to $174 per square foot after it was discovered that the roof had suffered rain damage and needed to be replaced for $40,000.

The green roof by FytoGreen helps reduce stormwater runoff and increases biodiversity.

Here's a look at the floor plan. Note the central axis that allows views of the backyard to be seen from the porch.

A look at the Park Slope townhouse floor plans.

Polished concrete floors with integrated radiant heating are used throughout the home, while the walls are lined with white-painted wood planks.