Oakland Bungalow : Kitchen Remodel + New Basement

This project shows how to improve an existing floor plan without increasing its footprint on a small lot.  The owners are an artist (painter), and a craftsman who acted as General Contractor for the remodel.

Our discussions focused on changing the house layout for the growing family, and improving the connection between the living/dining area and the kitchen/garden area. With skylights and interior windows, we brought more light into the center of the house, while also highlighting art on the walls. Going below grade presented a good option for adding rooms that didn't need much natural light.

21. fence at sidewalk
24. trellis & gate at sidewalk
01. 'Before' kitchen
10. range, view to dining & living
11. breakfast alcove
08. kitchen, view to yard
05. new sideboard in dining rm
07. dining, view thru kitchen & alcove to yard
14. house office & stair
13. interior window, view from stair
02. 'Before' bathroom
18. bath, shower & skylight