Embarking on this project with the goal of enhancing a beloved Craftsman home was both exciting and rewarding. My recent project aimed to transform this beautiful Craftsman home into a more spacious, functional, and modern living space while preserving its unique character. Here's a detailed look at our journey and the stunning results.
Project Goals and Scope
The primary goals for this Denver interior design project were to:
Reconfigure the kitchen layout for more space.
Add a back entrance mudroom.
Update the living room furniture for better flow.
Excavate the basement for taller ceilings and create a more livable space.
Design a kid-friendly hangout area in the basement.
Create a larger guest bathroom and bedroom.
The scope of the project included:
A new kitchen layout.
Adding a mudroom.
Installing new stairs to the basement.
Excavating the basement.
Reconfiguring the basement layout.
Enlarging the guest bathroom and bedroom.
New flooring throughout the house.
Inspiration and Style
The inspiration for this Denver interior design project was a fun, eclectic style with modern touches, all while honoring the Craftsman home’s heritage. The family already owned many unique and fun pieces that we wanted to incorporate into the design. The style was a blend of Craftsman, mid-mod touches, modern, and transitional elements. This mix created a vibrant and harmonious space that reflects the family’s personality and lifestyle.
Key Elements and Products
We selected high-quality furniture and fixtures to enhance the design, including:
Furniture from Rove Concepts and CB2.
A Room & Board table and chairs for the dining room.
A Herman Miller pendant for lighting.
Vintage items that the family already had, adding a personalized and nostalgic touch.
Overcoming Challenges
Despite the broad scope of this project, the process went smoothly thanks to the wonderful clients and their clear vision. The only real challenge was a delay in permits from the city, which is a common hiccup in large-scale renovations.
Detailed Transformations
Kitchen and Mudroom
We reconfigured the kitchen layout to create more space and functionality, making it the heart of the home. Adding a back entrance mudroom provided a practical and stylish solution for the family’s everyday needs.
Living Room
Updating the living room furniture improved the flow and comfort of the space. We incorporated modern pieces while maintaining the Craftsman home’s charm.
Basement
The most significant transformation was excavating the basement to achieve taller ceilings, making it a more livable and enjoyable space. The reconfigured layout included a spacious TV area and a kid-friendly hangout zone, perfect for family activities and relaxation. Additionally, we enlarged the guest bathroom and bedroom to offer more comfort and privacy for visitors.
Flooring
New flooring throughout the home tied all the spaces together, creating a cohesive and polished look.
Your Denver Interior Designer
This interior design project was a delightful journey, transforming a Craftsman home into a more functional, modern, and stylish living space while preserving its unique character. The blend of eclectic, mid-mod, and modern elements, combined with the family’s cherished vintage items, created a home that truly reflects their personality and lifestyle. Despite the minor challenge of permit delays, the project was a success, thanks to the wonderful clients, a great team of contractors and a clear, cohesive vision.
If you’re looking to transform your Craftsman home or any other space in the Denver area, my interior design services can help bring your vision to life. Contact me today to start your journey towards a more beautiful and functional home.
Photographer: Kylie Fitts, Contractor: Square Root Construction, Architect: Fury Designs.
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