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To maximize the kitchen, pantry, and powder room, we reclaimed an under-utilized porch over a crawl space, converting it into a conditioned living area. This expansion added storage and a new entertaining space while relocating the powder room for better flow. The result is a functional, expansive layout that feels original to the architecture and is perfectly proportionate to the home.
Project: Reclaiming under-utilized porch space for a kitchen and entertaining area that fits the home
The Challenge The goal of this project was to significantly increase the footprint of the kitchen, powder room and added pantry area by reclaiming an underutilized porch area. By converting the existing porch which was over a crawl space foundation into a fully conditioned living area, we were able to expand the kitchen, add a pantry for storage, add a seating area for entertaining and relocate a once small and awkward powder room into a new central area to the main floor. These changes created a more expansive and functional layout that feels like a natural part of the original architecture and is more proportionate to the rest of the home.
Project Highlights:
• Smart Storage: Conversion of original powder room into a dedicated pantry and coat closet.
• Premium Materials: Soapstone countertops, hand made tiles, a variety of metal finishes and oak hardwood flooring.
• Windows & Exterior: New Pella windows and LP siding to compliment the existing home.
• Ventilation: Exhaust hood vented to the exterior.
• Appliance Integration: A mix of old and new appliances installed.
The Transformation
This remodel required some structural work to achieve an open-concept feel. We removed an old exterior wall between the old kitchen and porch area and installed a flush beam to create a seamless transition between the old and new spaces. To ensure a cohesive look the ceilings were framed to a uniform height to erase the visual boundaries of the addition. Inside, the floor plan was entirely reimagined. The original powder room was converted into a much-needed coat closet and walk-in pantry, while a new powder room was relocated for better accessibility to the rest of the main floor. The abundance of new windows in the space still channels the sunlight and backyard view the porch once had, and symmetry in the kitchen by windows flanked on each side of the range bring in more natural light to the space. High quality Pella windows and exterior details match the original parts of the home and new LP siding creates a long lasting, complimentary traditional feel to the rest of the stucco façade.
The Finishes
The design aesthetic balances durability with timeless style. The kitchen features custom cabinetry topped with stunning soapstone countertops. New hardwood flooring was installed throughout to tie the spaces together, complemented by a tile backsplash with a handmade accent over the range. A variety of finishes on light fixtures and hardware creates a lived-in, warm feeling in the space.
