This project was a collaboration between Bacon Lane Architect LLC and Recherche Interior Design. The vision was a fully functional living space complete with bedroom, bath, kitchen, and living room, plus a walkout to a patio and garden area.

The process was intense, as it involved digging out the floor in the basement for adequate ceiling height, the addition of a 36′ I-beam, shoring up of foundational walls, and cutting in of a walk-out door. But it was well worth it in the end, and the results are stunning. The new 850-square foot space no longer resembles a basement – it’s light and bright, imbued with lively colors, and is a truly modern living space.

To top it all off, a new walkout set of doors open to an enchanting garden oasis that’s private, sun-filled, and brings calm and inspiration to this urban setting.

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The below 3D walkthrough shows the vision for the home and new structures.

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Bacon Lane Architect LLC designed the outdoor patio and metal patio canopy, which features a cantilever steel canopy design that distinguishes the home from the surrounding properties.

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To correct typical “old home” situations like old windows, over painted trim, non-true floors, walls doorways etc., interior modifications included taking the walls down to stud, and replacing all plumbing, electrical and heating/cooling systems. The second floor attic space was enlarged with a master bedroom dormer addition, gas fireplace, and a front rooftop patio.  Remaining master closets and bathrooms were completely renovated with dual sink vanity, steam shower and free standing tub.

The main level addition contains a new vaulted ceiling home office, basement stairs, and garage side entry with mud room.  The kitchen was completely remodeled along with dining room, living room, bathroom and guest bedroom. The existing 3/4 basement was lowered (dug out) to provide 8′-6″ ceilings for a new entertainment room, bathroom, guest bedroom and storage/utility space.  The existing at grade windows were expanded to flood the basement spaces with south facing natural light.

This project is a great example of a collaborative effort between owner, design team and contractor to completely renovate an existing home.

Bacon Lane Architect LLC is proud to receive a 2016 Mayor’s Design Award in the category “This is Home” for this renovation.

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The Adaptive Reuse and U-MX-3 Zoning Change of Use requirements for this conversion included full ADA compliance.  Modifications to this Bungalow include a new larger back addition and porch with stair and ADA ramp access from an ADA parking space.  The owner chose to place solar panels on the roof and install an automobile electric charging station at one of the two rear parking spaces.  Bacon Lane Architect LLC designed a heavy timber pergola for outdoor use by the employees and customer appreciation events.

Bacon Lane Architect LLC is honored to receive a 2015 Mayor’s Design Award in the category of “Back to the Future” for this redevelopment and renovation. Learn more about the awards here.

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To blend the project elements together and improve a deteriorating sun room, both the new garage and sunroom are clad in a tumbled black brick with natural rusted steel railings for the rooftop garage patio and the new rooftop patio above the sunroom.

This project is an excellent example of blending simple architectural forms with durable detailing and materials.

The Landmark & Planning Department approval process can be challenging and time consuming.  Bacon Lane Architect LLC is experienced in developing preliminary architectural designs quickly and understands the regulatory process to avoid scheduling delays and costly redesign.

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Most of the newer homes, including the owners’, have been constructed to maximize the allowed site square footage utilizing highly designed and landscaped decks, patios and terraces for outdoor spaces. The owners wanted to add value to the property and improve the aesthetic use and function of these cherished spaces.

Phase-1 improvements included an upper level terrace at the back of the home facing southwest. Privacy was an issue and the terrace was not usable during the warm months due to the sun’s intense glare and solar heat gain. Temperatures often exceed 110 degrees.

The owners selected Bacon Lane Architect LLC to design an attractive steel & perforated metal shade canopy structure that remains open and light in appearance to correct this glare and solar heat gain condition.  In addition to the shade canopy, an opaque parapet extension was design for the perimeter walls using 3-Form acrylic inlaid tiger grass panels to provide adequate privacy.

Phase-2 improvements included the front and side yard areas. The existing fence was deteriorating and the original design for the patios did not meet the owner’s needs.  The entire area was re-designed to include a poured in place stone capped 36” high concrete wall along the sidewalk to separate the public walk from the private yard. Hardscape areas were laid out using native Colorado red and buff color sandstone.  Stainless steel fence post and panels replaced the deteriorated cedar fences on each side of the property.  A large egress light well was covered with a structural perforated stainless steel walking surface to add usable area to a narrow side patio. Recessed LED patio and fence lighting was incorporated throughout to highlight the owners’ unique outdoor modern sculptures and provide security.

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