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Sunset Chill

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Location
San Francisco, California
Year
2018
Structure
House (Single Residence)
A view of the front facade. The top floor addition is not visible from the street, per San Francisco Planning Code Guidelines. The front facade was very carefully brought back to match the original and painted in one dark tone for a modern, updated feel. A new modern glass front door adds to the look while bringing in welcome natural lighting to the entry area.
A view of the front facade. The top floor addition is not visible from the street, per San Francisco Planning Code Guidelines. The front facade was very carefully brought back to match the original and painted in one dark tone for a modern, updated feel. A new modern glass front door adds to the look while bringing in welcome natural lighting to the entry area.
The new top floor master bathroom, complete with a view of the Golden Gate Bridge (on a clear day!)
The new top floor master bathroom, complete with a view of the Golden Gate Bridge (on a clear day!)
Master bedroom, to the left behind the drapery is a new large set of Marvin sliding doors that lead to the new roof deck.
Master bedroom, to the left behind the drapery is a new large set of Marvin sliding doors that lead to the new roof deck.
Views of the newly built bedroom, bathroom and roof deck.
Views of the newly built bedroom, bathroom and roof deck.
Rear view of the property where you can see the top floor addition.
Rear view of the property where you can see the top floor addition.
The front of the attic was restored and turned into a den. The dark color sets the mood for a relaxing feel as you walk towards the new master suite.
The front of the attic was restored and turned into a den. The dark color sets the mood for a relaxing feel as you walk towards the new master suite.
The downstairs bathroom also received a full remodel.
The downstairs bathroom also received a full remodel.
Heath Tile shower with marble hex tiles match the feel of the space. An awning window paired with a skylight let is needed natural lighting and fresh air.
Heath Tile shower with marble hex tiles match the feel of the space. An awning window paired with a skylight let is needed natural lighting and fresh air.
The dining room connects the kitchen, entry and living room.
The dining room connects the kitchen, entry and living room.
Views from the bedroom towards the den area. To the far left (unseen) is a large walk-in master closet.
Views from the bedroom towards the den area. To the far left (unseen) is a large walk-in master closet.
Here is a view of the entry with the beautiful stairs leading to the remodeled attic den and master suite addition.
Here is a view of the entry with the beautiful stairs leading to the remodeled attic den and master suite addition.
The existing downstairs bathroom is just off of the kitchen, so it was important it had a complimentary style.
The existing downstairs bathroom is just off of the kitchen, so it was important it had a complimentary style.
View from the kitchen to the rear deck and yard.
View from the kitchen to the rear deck and yard.
The kitchen also received some updates including new countertops, backsplash tiles, open shelves and hardware.
The kitchen also received some updates including new countertops, backsplash tiles, open shelves and hardware.
The living room sits just below the addition and we carefully designed the structural portion of the remodel so that it did not require interruption of the beautiful trim and high ceilings. Areas that needed to be opened up for structural were very carefully patched and restored to match existing.
The living room sits just below the addition and we carefully designed the structural portion of the remodel so that it did not require interruption of the beautiful trim and high ceilings. Areas that needed to be opened up for structural were very carefully patched and restored to match existing.

Details

Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
2

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Architect
Interior Design
Builder
Photographer
Sarah E Owen

From SF Design Build

SFDB was hired to complete a master suite attic addition and full facade restoration on this beautiful single-family, pre-earthquake Victorian home.

The existing attic had a beautiful old wooden staircase leading up to what was barely usable space: a tiny bathroom and closet dividing two small rooms with a very low ceiling height. To meet Planning Codes we needed to keep the first fifteen feet of space at the front of the property (as it was visible from the street) and then beyond that we were able to open up towards the rear to create a top floor living space that includes a cozy den, large master bedroom with deck, as well as a walk-in closet and large bathroom with separate tub and shower.

Some special moments to mention include the large tub window that frames a view of the Golden Gate bridge, three bathroom skylights that provide ample natural lighting (the absolute best for a bathroom!) the sliding door system to the deck and beautiful decorative light fixtures used throughout.

For the facade we referenced a historic photo to carefully reconstruct all trim and details to match the original design. We then painted everything a deep blue gray to add a modern feel to the new/old facade.