A 1954 ranch-style home gets opened up and modernized. What was once full of tired, dated finishes, a tiny, dark kitchen, and a lack of sunlight has been transformed by an extensive remodel that involved a new space plan on the main level, vaulting the ceiling, new bathrooms, letting in natural light, and refurbishing the original white oak floors, and even reusing old ceiling joists. By implementing knowledge of materials and some unlikely sources, we were able to achieve a lot of look and function on a moderate budget. It was a wonderful transformation from a worn-out house to a young family's home base.

Photography by Open Door Photography