Timeless Tudor
This 1920s interior renovation completely transformed a dark, dated, and poorly functioning kitchen into a light, bright, practical space with a timeless appeal for this charming historic home.
The previously remodeled kitchen lacked storage and workspace, while the old cabinetry awkwardly divided the room.
Removing a dividing wall — while also closing a doorway to a back hallway — not only solved these problems: it also doubled the size of the kitchen, created an efficient work triangle, and flooded the space with natural light.
Finishing the basement not only transformed the space, but also transformed how the family lives in their home. A thoughtful design process uncovered clever opportunities working within the many existing challenges of the space.
If you know how I design, I look at many options to find the best solution for the use and feel of a space. While a cosy and comfortable recreation room was the priority in finishing this basement, a designated home gym was one of the program goals. The best position for this room was along a south-facing wall that was also flooded with lots of natural light. By creatively locating new interior partitions, we hid existing posts within the new walls and a new set of bi-parting pocket doors with translucent glass panels hides clutter when closed, but still allows that sunlight into the recreation room, making the entire plan feel lighter, brighter, and more open.
