'58 Farmhouse

Eventually, everything needs an update,

     and this mid-century farmhouse had reached that point. 

BEFORE:             

AFTER:

Our clients raised their family in this home, 

and after 20 years of ownership and lots of living, 

they wanted a fresh space--

as empty-nesters, for entertaining, and 

tough enough to handle the next phase:  grandkids!

LET'S TAKE THE TOUR!

Vintage appliances (those turquoise ovens!!) 

and original cabinets were just plain worn out. 

Don't worry; they found a new home

in someone's Airbnb bunkhouse!

Demo-ing a space this old meant going all the way

down to the studs! Because-- all new electrical and plumbing.

That's a lot of dumpster space!

Slowly but surely, we got it done.

It's always exciting to see the new drywall--finally!

THE END RESULT:

BEFORE:

AFTER:

SOME OF OUR FAVORITE DETAILS:

It was important to our clients that the space

flowed, which required opening up this wall:

(kitchen side):

(Living room side):

So we installed a supporting beam:

(Ruger made sure we did it right!)

AFTER:

That fireplace stone is original to the house,

but was an unfortunate pink tone. 

It was a bold decision to paint it all, but 

we found the perfect gunmetal gray

to accentuate the space!

BEFORE:

AFTER:

BEFORE (this is a 2-sided fireplace!):

AFTER:

How cool is that entryway planter?!!

And this entryway clock--vintage 1958!

Back in the kitchen, 

new countertops and backsplash

to highlight that huge bay window:

AFTER:

And new cooktop and ovens:

An eat-in bar, which doubles as extra prep space:

And a large pantry/bar area for storage:

BEFORE:

AFTER:

A wider opening into the laundry area

helps the space flow:

Laundry, BEFORE:

AFTER:

Laundry Bathroom, BEFORE:

AFTER:

This super tiny bathroom had seen better days. 

By removing a closet, we were

able to provide more space and

better storage options.

BEFORE:

AFTER:

Tiny, cramped shower stall

with pink tile :)

BEFORE:

AFTER:

Best wishes to this couple as they

enjoy their fresh, new space 

and make many more happy

memories in their home!