1914 Residence

Named from its original date of construction, the remodel of this San Diego Craftsman increases functionality and enjoyment of the house, yet preserves the essence of the original structure. A modest expansion was added at the kitchen along with a new back porch. The interior was selectively gutted – converting individual rooms to an open plan that allows fluidity from one space to the next. Original wood floors and coffered ceilings were maintained and restored. New materials include a troweled concrete floor finish, custom milled soapstone countertop alongside integral sinks, exposed wood and custom casework. New windows and doors were designed to complement the originals. The front porch was overhauled as well. Original hardware, interior doors and other small pieces of the original house were restored, reused and repurposed throughout.

From the homeowner:
“After a lifetime of dreams of creating my own home one day, I had no idea where to begin to remodel my childhood home. I didn’t know if the nearly 100-year-old structure would be able to survive. The quality of work was excellent through every step of the process. It was a great adventure!”

Construction Type: Renovation/Addition
Location: San Diego, CA
Date Completed: 2012
Contractor: Southwest Construction