A homeowner contacted Lemke & Sons when they were in a dispute with their HOA. Two years prior this homeowner had a detached garage/carriage house built by someone else. The homeowners and the company they hired to build it were unaware of the areas covenant restrictions requiring their home and outbuildings to architecturally match. After discussions with the Covenant Committee, Lemke & Sons recommended the solution to modify the exterior of the home rather than the newly built garage.
While adding minimal square footage to this home, we created a front entry with a more spacious feel, creating a warm, open, light filled area. Adding natural stone, interesting architectural details, and changing the roof line to eliminate drainage issues adds to the desired curb appeal.
Use of natural products and new window technology reduce future maintenance. The completed project met the client’s priorities of a covenant compliant, architecturally pleasing, energy efficient, low maintenance home.
Picture of House Before
Picture of garage we had to match.
The priorities of the clients were; covenant compliance, more natural light in the front entry, additional light, ventilation and energy efficient windows in the Master Bedroom, adding an alternate entry/exit to the back yard from the attached garage, and a general increase in the home’s value and better curb appeal.
As we developed the project with the clients, it became clear that additional help and expertise would be needed to meet the timeline the clients desired. A longtime friend and respected contractor was approached to work on the project as a joint venture. Adding another contractor with a vested interest in the project enhanced the project quality, workmanship and creativity and assisted in the timely completion of the project, all added benefits to the client.
Extending the front entry turret wall to include both stories and adding a larger window over the front entry door, filled the entryway with a more spacious feel and the desired natural light. The taller entryway wall and new roof line created a challenge in the framing and finishing to make it aesthetically pleasing while also eliminating roof drainage issues. Replacing the leaking flat roof and deteriorated wood railing above the garage now gives the homeowner additional outdoor living space.
Changes in the Master Bedroom included: Replacing existing windows with an 8’ tall French door with custom arch top transom window and two flanking windows now flood the room with daylight. By adding the French door, the homeowners gained access to a new small east-facing deck overlooking the flower garden, increasing their living space without changing the home’s footprint. The energy efficient Pella door and windows include internal pleated shades for needed privacy without compromising ventilation.
