Emerald in the Rough / Whole House Remodel
Brookline, MA
When these homeowners saw the house next door to theirs go on the market, they pounced on the opportunity. After living in the neighborhood for years, they knew they loved the location but were ready to find a space that would fit their growing family.
What We Did
The newly-purchased house hadn’t been remodeled in decades and was in a state of disrepair, but with such a chaotic layout, the homeowners truly didn’t even know where to begin.
This family has not been shy to detail all the parts they love about their home. They love having spaces dedicated to working from home, engaging in fun hobbies, like crafting home brews in the basement, entertaining guests, working on sewing projects, or building Lego masterpieces.
Our main goal was to reimagine the flow through the spaces in a way that would meet the lifestyle of the family, while also respecting their budget.
The newly-designed central staircase, which connects all four levels of the home, anchored our design. We were able to add an additional bedroom, create a main suite, triple the size of the kitchen, and design more functional bathrooms on all levels.
We preserved the unique character of the house by reinstalling intricate trim details, sourcing custom artisan tiles for the exterior chimney, and adding a locally sourced, reclaimed mantle piece. The perfect balance of old and new.
