Lakeview Residence

Walking up to the home from the street, the pavers meander along and connect you from the front porch to the rear yard. The front canopy was fabricated from a large steel frame with hidden gutters that connect to rain chains and direct water into the landscape where it is absorbed by the planting beds. The original mainfloor brick exterior was repaired and maintained, and the new matching brick was added to the Northside of the upper floor. The large gable was clad in cedar shingles.

Front patio with beautiful sunset views. The roof structure was added with the second floor addition to keep a neighbor friendly stoop and provide additional outdoor space protected from the elements. The original 1917 brick exterior was maintained and new windows and doors were added with details appropriate to the age of the original home.

The entry door was custom made in rift sawn walnut and the living space is comfortably arranged with open connections to both kitchen and dining.

The dining area was located in the space of the original bedroom, and doors were added to access the backyard and outdoor dining. The second floor extends beyond the main level to cover the outdoor dining area and allow for intimate evening light and dining.

The kitchen took the place of the original bedroom and bathroom and the location allowed for a long peninsula that could double as an eat-in bar area. Grey washed oak cabinets were used to compliment the natural white oak floors with white quartz countertops. The microwave was designed to be below the counter, freeing up space on the countertops.

This home had a very small 800 sf original footprint. We did not want to waste any available space so the area under the staircase was outfitted for a small office space.

The design of the staircase was carefully thought through to maximize space below, keep the light from an existing outside window, and create an additional element of warmth. The owners had a baby shortly after moving into their new home, and a temporary baby gate was added for the little ones safety.

The staircase from the original 1917 bungalow to the second floor was a key element in the design and was carefully detailed. Built from White oak butcherblock treads and a custom steel and cable railing.

Master Bedroom with vaulted ceiling and western views to mountain and nearby lake. While the footprint of the house is modest, and the ability to vault the ceilings makes the spaces feel larger then they are. A crisp white was used on wall, trim, and ceilings to allow natural elements like the floors, doors, plants, rugs, and furniture provide the vibrancy.

Custom made vanity by Platform Workshop from Denver in natural walnut. Vanity maximized available space and combined open and enclosed storage.

Interior of the master shower. Clean and cool marble tile in subway and penny tile layouts. Natural light was provided through the windows that were frosted with 3M film for privacy.

Backyard and rear yard of home. Original 1917 brick exterior was maintained and repaired. The deck was tiered to allow both steps and seating across the backyard for entertaining. Cedar shingle and horizontal lap siding on the upper level was stained to define the two separate volumes.

Covered outdoor dining area. Second floor was extended beyond main level to create a dining area sheltered from the 4pm brief thunderstorms typical during the summer months in Denver Colorado