A home made for gathering
Untouched since the early 1990s, this Kissing Camels home was ready for a new chapter. The homeowners wanted transitional warmth and modern simplicity blended to reflect both of their personalities. Just as important, they wanted welcoming spaces for family gatherings, abundant storage, and thoughtful improvements to everyday life.
The whole-home renovation included a complete build-out of the previously unfinished basement. Refinished floors, all new paint, and new light fixtures established a cohesive foundation, while generous curves, arches, and custom millwork gave the home a distinctive character.
Two styles, one shared home
Transitional details bring warmth and familiarity, while clean lines and contemporary lighting introduce a modern tone. Arched niches flanking the fireplace layer wood shelves, lower cabinetry, and individual lights into the architecture. The curves soften the room and create places for the homeowners’ treasured objects.
An open kitchen with a strong identity
Removing the wall between the kitchen and living room opened the home for conversation and connection. A custom hood creates an architectural focal point, while the quartzite island brings natural movement and character to the kitchen. Extra pantry space is tucked away from the kitchen, keeping everyday supplies close without adding visual clutter.
Room for everyone—and every stocking
Family gatherings shaped the design from the beginning. Open living, dining, and kitchen spaces allow people to stay connected while enjoying different parts of the home. Two fireplaces provide warm gathering places—and room for all of her family’s Christmas stockings. These personal traditions helped guide the renovation just as much as the finishes.
A staircase worth lingering over
Custom staircase millwork celebrates the height of the room, adding depth and rhythm to the stair wall. Dark railings and contemporary lighting bring a modern edge to the craftsmanship. A custom plaid runner adds another layer of personality: a tailored pattern that makes the staircase feel as inviting as it is striking.
Making the most of the lower level
The previously unfinished basement became useful living space, with a guest bathroom, another living room, and a home office. The build-out expanded the ways the homeowners could use their home, creating room to host, relax, and work.
With more households needing two distinct office spaces, privacy and reduced distraction are increasingly important. Separate work areas allow each homeowner to concentrate, take calls, and follow their own schedule while keeping work from overtaking the shared living spaces.
A generous shower, with a thoughtful material choice
The primary bathroom was completely replanned around daily routines, including an oversized shower. Affordable ceramic zellige-look tile captures the visual character of handmade tile with a more consistent surface—a considered choice for homeowners who prefer to avoid the rough edges and irregular texture of traditional handmade tile.
Storage and workspaces that earn their place
Abundant cabinetry and shelving provide homes for everyday necessities alongside meaningful objects. The laundry room’s new layout adds extra counter space for sorting and folding, while the hidden pantry expands kitchen storage. These practical improvements help the open spaces remain comfortable and organized.
