Project posted by Kim Payne Allen

Fairgrounds Camelback House

Year
1940
Structure
House (Multi Residence)
A camelback addition means that a portion of the rear is added onto so that the historic home maintains the same scale from the sidewalk and street. This is a traditional archetype of New Orleans historic homes.
A camelback addition means that a portion of the rear is added onto so that the historic home maintains the same scale from the sidewalk and street. This is a traditional archetype of New Orleans historic homes.
Rear View overlooks New Orleans Fairgrounds (Jazz Fest)
Rear View overlooks New Orleans Fairgrounds (Jazz Fest)
Second floor workshop  with an industrial interior vibe.
Second floor workshop with an industrial interior vibe.
Second floor workshop
Second floor workshop
A tight C-shaped stair
A tight C-shaped stair
Craftsman style detailing
Craftsman style detailing
Before and After Floor Plans
Before and After Floor Plans

Details

Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
1
Partial Baths
1

Credits

Architect
Studio BKA
Interior Design
Studio BKA
Builder
KD Homes
Photographer
Studio BKA

From Kim Payne Allen

A quirky yet cool camelback addition to a 1940s bungalow-style home was designed for our clients. Overlooking the Fairgrounds (Jazz Fest) in the Esplanade Ridge neighborhood of New Orleans, the program included a semi-private cedar wrapped porch, guest bedroom, half bath, and a workshop which sits on the second floor. The owner asked for lots of natural light and an industrial vibe for the interiors. We vaulted the off-centered ceiling for a space with extra volume. The exterior is clad with fiber-cement board in a typical siding pattern and a board and batten siding with craftsman style eave detailing. Adding to the personality of this camelback addition, the home is painted in tropical inspired coral and blue colors.