The modern addition—distinct in its form and finishes—allows for more flexibility in active household areas, like the kitchen and combined dining and living spaces. In turn, the existing smaller rooms gain a new sense of purpose by creating a spatial hierarchy between the home’s private quarters to more public gathering places.

The existing kitchen moved into the addition (its former location now works as quiet office space). The new space creates a modern backdrop for the kitchen’s white cabinetry with stone gray counters, integrated appliances, and a central cooking island with room for casual dining. The airy room opens to an expansive back deck where family and friends take in the outdoors.

The new kitchen now opens directly into the addition’s shared dining and living area, all of which are washed in natural light with ample views to the outdoors.

Upstairs, the new primary bedroom takes advantage of the addition’s ample windows. The bed—pushed against a partial wall—leaves circulation open while effectively dividing the space for a secondary office. A sloped ceiling allows for a clerestory window, which casts natural light through a transom in the dividing wall. Simple yet adaptable, the room becomes a serene parental retreat.

The primary bathroom’s rich brown vanity floats above a large-format gray tile floor. Its double sinks and ample drawer storage easily accommodate two users. Above, an expansive mirror reflects the custom shower clad wrapped in the same gray tile and polished chrome accents throughout.