Little family. BIG HOUSE. This was one of the original homes we looked at but after having a baby during the hot summer months, this family put purchasing a new home on hold. When we looked at homes again in the fall, they put an offer on a smaller short sale home in the same neighborhood. After months of waiting, this home kept coming back into their minds as the home they really felt suited the needs of their growing family. It has over 5500 spacious square feet with a sparkling pool on just over an acre. Perfect size for a family who loves to be surrounded by extended family members and friends. After some serious negotiating that about turned my hair gray, we came to an agreement. Followed by some hairy moments with an on-line lender we were able to close escrow. The true beauty of this home is in the eye of the beholder. The Gardner's had a vision of what this home could become with some simple remodeling, a coat of paint and new carpeting. They went to work immediately after closing to start gentle renovations. Here are some before & after pics. . .
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After
The kitchen got a much needed cosmetic facelift which made a world of difference. Check out these before and after pics of the kitchen. . .
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After
The leaded glass pattern on the cabinet doors really POP!
Kitchen island looks amazing with the rock veneer removed and the stunning black painted contrast. The most dramatic change made was to the downstairs floorplan to make it more functional. From the front entryway the double doors to the left opened to step down directly into the workout room. The step down was eliminated and rather than opening into the workout room a hallway was created that lead to the workout room on the right and to the new master bedroom on the left. A wall was removed between the two downstairs bedrooms to create a large new master bedroom. The workout remained intact just a little smaller. The downstairs 2nd bathroom remained intact, too. The following pics don't do it justice but will give the general idea. . .
Front Entry - Before
Front Entry - After
Workout Room - Before
Workout Room - After
New Downstairs Master Bedroom
The upstairs opens up to a loft play room with access to all the upstairs bedrooms. Originally a swinging bookcase concealed the entrance to a storage room. The bookcase has been removed and a door added. Here are the pics of the improvements made. . .
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After
I have not captured everything that was done to the home before moving day but you get the basic idea of the vision that the Gardner's have for their new home. I appreciate the opportunity to work with them and to be invited back to celebrate their accomplishments. I wish them many years of happiness as they continue to make improvements in turning their house into the home of their dreams.
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