The College Hill Remodel is comprised of a complete renovation of the main floor of this residence, including relocation of the kitchen and rearrangement of rooms to accommodate a bedroom suite. When the owners purchased this home, it was apparent that very little updating had been performed since it was originally built in 1942. Not only were the finishes and appliances outdated, but the overall layout of spaces was very segmented, and access to the views to the east was limited.

The main objective of this project was to open the spaces to each other and the outdoors, and clarify the spatial relationships. The kitchen, living area, and bedroom suite were aligned along the eastern wall to maximize access and views. The interior partitions were rearranged to create a more open floor plan with larger rooms and less wasted circulation space. A new roof intersects the existing one along a perpendicular axis, delineating a stronger entry threshold and sequence through to the back deck.

Maintenance, durability, and energy efficiency were key parameters as products and materials were selected for this project. Quartz countertops were used throughout the kitchen and baths, for their durability and low maintenance. Other finish materials include refinishable ash flooring, porcelain tile, and an exterior ipe rainscreen. The windows and exterior doors throughout the house were replaced with high-quality aluminum clad wood frames and insulated, argon-filled, low-E glazing. Other energy efficient features include tankless water heaters and low-voltage lighting.

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