This home exemplifies the phrase “good bones.” Built-in 1980, this contemporary boasts a stunning two-story entrance, functional layout, and unexpected views. A true diamond in the rough, just waiting for a Modern Paper House evolution. Let’s take a look at the “before & after”.
Touring A 1980 Contemporary Home Remodel: Before and After
Stepping inside, you’re greeted by towering windows that immediately emphasize the impressive high ceilings. These windows flood the space with natural light and offer breathtaking views. It’s a refreshing fusion of the scenic setting and the homes’ interior.
Parts of the original layout felt enclosed, but the renovation opened key sightlines and connected adjacent spaces. The result is a home that feels brighter, larger, and far more cohesive.
The updated high ceilings, now feature a white finish contrasted with dark beams giving the entrance a modern loft-like vibe.
An Open Lounge With Natural Light And Clean Lines
The renewed two-story entrance opens onto a relaxed lounge designed to take full advantage of the view. Metal stairs replaced the original wood, and the geometric balusters add a sculptural note to the space. The modern lines contrast beautifully with the expansive landscape framed by open floor-to-ceiling windows.
Simple clean lines, crisp white walls, and polished concrete floors amplify the natural light.
A Fireplace Revival Blending Modern And Rustic Elements
The fireplace, a relic of past design trends that once dominated the room, has been tastefully rescaled. Its restyled surround and raised hearth now showcase a stylish mix of light-gray masonry and shiplap, blending modern sophistication with a hint of rustic texture.
Flanking the fireplace, the owners added two chic niches for visual display and storage. The wide plank floors complement the hand-hewn fireplace mantel and open wood shelving.
Kitchen Alchemy: Mixing Metals and Styles
Removing the walls that once divided the kitchen from the living room created a spacious, functional layout. The kitchen now opens directly into the living area, making the entire space feel connected and ideal for gatherings.
The kitchen redesign carries over the living room’s mix of contemporary lines and rustic accents. Metal hardware compliments the gray and white mission-style cabinetry, while quartz countertops and a distressed wood beam ground the space with a modern mix of materials. The color palette melds perfectly with the natural warmth of the wide-plank wood floors.
Modern Paper Houses – The Evolution Of Contemporary Homes
Okay, folks — that’s a wrap on this home transformation. This renovation is a masterclass in restraint, a careful unearthing of the home’s potential. The updates stay true to its contemporary heart while avoiding excess. It’s an evolution of everything that made this house special.
Every room now feels connected, not just in style but in attitude — and for you serial renovators, you know that is no small feat. The accents flow consistently from space to space, whether it’s the cabinetry, flooring, wood details, or even the salvaged cage lighting in the entry. It all makes sense.
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