Fresh & Inviting: Lawrenceville First Floor Remodel
Project Details
Our young professional clients purchased a rowhouse on a quiet street in the Strip District that was desperate for a renovation. The clients vision was developed through the design process where we planned to open up the 1st floor of their home by eliminating walls, raising the ceiling, and opening up the staircase. New window openings at the back of the home were constructed to allow more natural light into the space. The design relocated the kitchen to the center of the space, defined a living area, and implemented a powder roam and breakfast nook for a more modern day lifestyle. The soft palette mixes traditional elements and original architectural features for this minimalist design.
Completed Project
Features + Challenges
The elongated row-house footprint of the home (shy of 600SF) required proper space planning to designate living, kitchen and traffic flow. Eliminating a fireplace at the new kitchen area gained some space for the overall design. It was important to highlight the existing brick at the living room fireplace and staircase wall, which balanced well with the neutral cabinetry, walls and trim. A simple drywall hood was crafted by our carpenters to blend with the design and avoid any heavy details in the narrow space. The vertically stacked backsplash creates an illusion of additional height in the space and the dark stained island anchors the design.
Before + Progress Images
How Our Design-Build Process Works
We get to know your home, understand how you live, and map out the possibilities. This includes layout options, a realistic investment range, and a clear scope of work so everyone’s aligned from the start.
Once the big decisions are made, we dive into the details—materials, finishes, drawings, and walkthroughs. We’ll help you make confident selections and lock in a fixed price before we build a thing.
With everything approved and ordered, our in-house team and trusted trade partners get to work. You’ll get daily updates, streamlined communication, and a build that runs the way it should.