Robinson Residence
Lots of ways to do 2 sinks
All of the schemes consider adding a window in the shower wall.
If it interests you, we could also look at accessing the deck directly from the bathroom.
High, clerestory windows offer bring in light without sacrificing useful wall space.
Obscured glass could also be used in the bathroom and closet doors.
In Schemes A and B, a closet serves as the laundry room.
The stairs are an opportunity to serve as a light well.
I am thinking a guardrail with simple, clean lines will harmonize best with the ornamentation of the existing. Sheetrock is the more affordable way to go.
The guardrail can also double as storage.
If you are feeling a little more daring, glass is also a great option.
In Scheme C, a new stair is designed to "float" and stack over the existing stair.
The guardrail could also be metal and speak to the design of the deck rail, offering continuity of material inside and out
Cable rail could also be used.
On the third floor, the plan is open and airy.
A space for multi-use living.
Anchored by a large kitchen island.
In the dormers, large plates of glass would give great city views. As with the back of the house, I think a contrasting contemporary vocabulary at the roof could be successful.
A picture of the Rais round stove.
These images are brainstorming snapshots to help set the tone for the finishes and feel of the final product. They begin with the entry. As we have discussed, one way to begin the transformation is to bring back the character of the original double doors.
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