Lorain
Empty nesters revive '60s farmhouse
A retired couple, reveling in their empty nest, aspired to cultivate an airier and more inviting kitchen and sitting room. A desire for additional storage and an upgrade to their powder room spurred the first of a two-phase renovation project for their cherished 1960s home.
With a focus on reshaping the kitchen, the work included removing the soffit and upper cabinets to open up the space and extending the peninsula with additional seating. Expanding the millwork footprint into the adjacent hallway addressed storage deficiencies and carved out extra counter space, redefining the kitchen's functionality. This set the tone in the kitchen and the adjoining sitting room as a gathering and welcoming space for friends and family to look out to the redwood grove.
Down the hallway from the kitchen, the powder room was reimagined into a stunning washroom for guests. Once an odd, cramped space, the room was reconfigured to something more gracious and inviting. Adding a pocket door freed up accessible space, allowing for a generous console sink. The wainscoting, painted to the perfect lavender tone, and Japanese pine wallpaper added softness to the surround.
The entire home was upgraded with smart features to provide safety and convenience. A layered lighting approach was implemented to address light sensitivities. Recessed and under-cabinet lighting were thoughtfully chosen to mitigate glare, harmoniously balancing functionality and style. The selected palette of finishes, including warm oak flooring, leathered quartzite countertops, satin hardware, and painted millwork, was chosen to add to the soothing environment.
Woodsmith Construction, General Contractor
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