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Next-Level Additions to the Modern Home

Renovation projects don't just restructure the home—they can overhaul a lifestyle. From offices to guest rooms, additions speak to our modern propensity to adapt to changing needs. These examples inspire us to roll up our sleeves and renovate.

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The third-story addition to Lisa Koshkarian and Tom DiFrancesco’s San Francisco home blends seamlessly in both height and scale, giving the couple 500 square feet of extra space without disturbing the surrounding context.
The third-story addition to Lisa Koshkarian and Tom DiFrancesco’s San Francisco home blends seamlessly in both height and scale, giving the couple 500 square feet of extra space without disturbing the surrounding context.
On the outside this residence reflects the classic architecture of Riga; the inside tells a different story. Recently remodeled, the interior of this sophisticated two-level apartment has been invigorated with striking and bright modern design elements while repurposing original cast iron balustrade and handrails. Learn more about this property at Baltic Sotheby's International Realty: http://bit.ly/2ddQS82
On the outside this residence reflects the classic architecture of Riga; the inside tells a different story. Recently remodeled, the interior of this sophisticated two-level apartment has been invigorated with striking and bright modern design elements while repurposing original cast iron balustrade and handrails. Learn more about this property at Baltic Sotheby's International Realty: bit.ly/2dd...
In 2011, award-winning architect Mark McInturff innovatively renovated the residence and enlarged it with a three-story modern addition. He took care to maintain the home's original character with high ceilings, inlaid floors, and elegant molding. Built circa 1912, this Spanish Revival home features a stucco façade, terra cotta tile roof, and an elegant limestone staircase from its initial build, while incorporating a four-level elevator, widened skylight and top-of-the-line appliances throughout. Learn more about this property at TTR Sotheby's International Realty: http://bit.ly/2cJh4Ii
In 2011, award-winning architect Mark McInturff innovatively renovated the residence and enlarged it with a three-story modern addition. He took care to maintain the home's original character with high ceilings, inlaid floors, and elegant molding. Built circa 1912, this Spanish Revival home features a stucco façade, terra cotta tile roof, and an elegant limestone staircase from its initial build, while incorporating a four-level elevator, widened skylight and top-of-the-line appliances throughout. Learn more about this property at TTR Sotheby's International Realty: bit.ly/2cJ...
Designed by Marcel Breuer and Walter Gropius in 1940, the Chamberlain Cottage is an iconic example of the Bauhaus movement. Located at the edge of the Sudbury River on nearly eight-acres, this home was lovingly restored and, at the same time, extensively renovated. Some of the distinctive and rare features include copper wall coverings, stone and wood building materials, cork ad cement flooring and an indoor Koi pond. Learn more about this property at Gibson Sotheby's International Realty: http://bit.ly/2dqhYvy
Designed by Marcel Breuer and Walter Gropius in 1940, the Chamberlain Cottage is an iconic example of the Bauhaus movement. Located at the edge of the Sudbury River on nearly eight-acres, this home was lovingly restored and, at the same time, extensively renovated. Some of the distinctive and rare features include copper wall coverings, stone and wood building materials, cork ad cement flooring and an indoor Koi pond. Learn more about this property at Gibson Sotheby's International Realty: bit.ly/2dq...
Tom Givone’s clients, Rose and Steve Smith, teach overseas and have owned their house for 26 years. They intended to fix it up slowly and retire there. As one problem led to another, they reached a point when they felt their only option, as Rose put it, was to “burn it down.”
Tom Givone’s clients, Rose and Steve Smith, teach overseas and have owned their house for 26 years. They intended to fix it up slowly and retire there. As one problem led to another, they reached a point when they felt their only option, as Rose put it, was to “burn it down.”
Milman Road Renovation The Syte Architecture team referenced the past while assembling the two-story addition, cladding the exterior in zinc and reused brick from the original wall so it blended with the express chimneys and surrounding structures. Photos by Syte Achitecture
Milman Road Renovation The Syte Architecture team referenced the past while assembling the two-story addition, cladding the exterior in zinc and reused brick from the original wall so it blended with the express chimneys and surrounding structures. Photos by Syte Achitecture
Nestled in Canmore’s Silvertip Resort community, this living masterpiece embodies the grandeur of the Rockies by blending elements from the natural landscape into its design. A modern take on the traditional mountain retreat, this home features the panoramic vistas one would expect while also showcasing a layout that fuses indoor and outdoor spaces highlighting the use of reclaimed airport hangar beams and unprecedented craftsmanship. Learn more about this property at Sotheby's International Realty Canada: http://bit.ly/2dpDdhF
Nestled in Canmore’s Silvertip Resort community, this living masterpiece embodies the grandeur of the Rockies by blending elements from the natural landscape into its design. A modern take on the traditional mountain retreat, this home features the panoramic vistas one would expect while also showcasing a layout that fuses indoor and outdoor spaces highlighting the use of reclaimed airport hangar beams and unprecedented craftsmanship. Learn more about this property at Sotheby's International Realty Canada: bit.ly/2dp...
Juliet Gray, Mathias Kolehmainen, and their sons Cooper and Cyrus have a new favorite hangout: the wide back steps on the addition, which double as theater seating. (They project movies from the second-floor balcony onto an out-building across the yard.)
Juliet Gray, Mathias Kolehmainen, and their sons Cooper and Cyrus have a new favorite hangout: the wide back steps on the addition, which double as theater seating. (They project movies from the second-floor balcony onto an out-building across the yard.)
Inspired by California’s Pacific Coast, this home in Miami’s coveted coconut grove is a modern classic. Tremendous floor-to-ceiling glass paneled walls look out to the pool area and stand juxtaposed to the home’s more common construction, creating a truly unique experience. Offering five-bedrooms and five-and-a-half baths, this home is in close proximity to the iconic CocoWalk. Learn more about this property at ONE Sotheby's International Realty: http://bit.ly/2dqhzcJ
Inspired by California’s Pacific Coast, this home in Miami’s coveted coconut grove is a modern classic. Tremendous floor-to-ceiling glass paneled walls look out to the pool area and stand juxtaposed to the home’s more common construction, creating a truly unique experience. Offering five-bedrooms and five-and-a-half baths, this home is in close proximity to the iconic CocoWalk. Learn more about this property at ONE Sotheby's International Realty: bit.ly/2dq...
The roughly 5,000-square-foot Lens House renovation, which was finished in 2012 and just won a 2014 RIBA National Award, required six years, major remedial work on the roof and walls, approval from the planning committee, and even a sign-off from a horticulturalist to guarantee the backyard excavation didn't interfere with a walnut tree. "These things aren’t for people who are in a hurry," says architect Alison Brooks. The focus is the ten-sided trapezoidal office addition. "It wraps itself around the house with a completely different set of rules than the Victorian building," she says.
The roughly 5,000-square-foot Lens House renovation, which was finished in 2012 and just won a 2014 RIBA National Award, required six years, major remedial work on the roof and walls, approval from the planning committee, and even a sign-off from a horticulturalist to guarantee the backyard excavation didn't interfere with a walnut tree. "These things aren’t for people who are in a hurry," says architect Alison Brooks. The focus is the ten-sided trapezoidal office addition. "It wraps itself around the house with a completely different set of rules than the Victorian building," she says.
A uniquely situated experience, this penthouse is a modern masterpiece found on the top floor of a sprawling Victorian mansion in the heart of London. Vaulted ceilings, a striking spiral staircase and unrivaled views of the River Thames and the iconic London Eye define this incredible residence. The open layout makes for remarkable entertaining while the overall eye-catching design creates an inviting atmosphere. Learn more about this property at United Kingdom Sotheby's International Realty: http://bit.ly/2d7DraK
A uniquely situated experience, this penthouse is a modern masterpiece found on the top floor of a sprawling Victorian mansion in the heart of London. Vaulted ceilings, a striking spiral staircase and unrivaled views of the River Thames and the iconic London Eye define this incredible residence. The open layout makes for remarkable entertaining while the overall eye-catching design creates an inviting atmosphere. Learn more about this property at United Kingdom Sotheby's International Realty: bit.ly/2d7...