This 1971 home underwent a total design transformation, inside and out, to become the well designed comfortable home that these clients wanted. With a penchant for old world ambiance, the owners wished their home to reflect warmth and style with European appeal.
An elevated arched tower now provides a dramatic entrance into the home from the newly designed front courtyard. Custom designed wrought iron gates at the courtyard’s entrance reflect the same arc as the towers arch. Hand chiseled Ann Sach’s tile was laid in a Versailles pattern throughout the courtyard and El Dorado Stone was applied to the front exterior. Reclaimed European pavers were set into the driveway to recreate a particular Italian street pattern favored by the owners and carriage style garage doors were installed to replace the original aluminum roll-up.
In order to effectively utilize all of the space within the home’s original footprint, the center of the residence was opened to create one large cohesive space that accommodates the kitchen, dining, library and living areas. Separate “his” and “her” offices were designed adjacent to the entry vestibule, with French doors opening to the front courtyard from “hers”. The coffered ceiling in “his” features inserts of recycled grass cloth.
The raised outdoor pavilion, carved from the formerly unused hillside, adds a final dramatic element. Carved from the hillside, this outdoor room was created to provide an al fresco retreat complete with all amenities. The conversation area, featuring fireplace and fountain, has all the current multimedia options and is only steps away from the separate outdoor dining area. The home’s Tuscan theme is displayed in unique finishes and designer details used throughout.
Hand-painted and intricately patterned tile was applied to the face of the built in seating areas. Custom scroll work railings accent the staircases, each designed with a quarter-turn radius. The cast stone fireplace creates a distinctive focal point while custom blended, hand chiseled Ann Sacks limestone tiles provide an inimitable flooring surface. The layered stone fountain, set in a fragrance garden provides a final tranquil element. These homeowners are delighted with their home’s total transformation into a tranquil retreat, both inside and out, reminiscent of a European vacation.
The Contractor of the Year (CotY) awards are given each year by NARI Headquarters to members who have demonstrated outstanding work through their remodeling projects. NARI Contractor Members are invited each year to compete for the prestigious Contractor of the Year (CotY) Award. CotY Award Winners report that winning this award is a major factor in enhancing their image within the industry and with prospective clients, and is a major morale-booster for their employees.
