And similarly, there’s a clear line between
old and new on the interior. Stepping through
from the existing living room to the new family
room, ornate ceilings, skirting boards and
stained glass windows give way to clean, crisp
lines and floor-to-ceiling glass sliders.
“Natural wood floors and pristine white
walls run through both areas, creating a visual
connection between old and new,” says Simons.
“The addition also includes steps that accom-
modate the property’s sloping site without need
for a drop from deck to backyard.”
The renovation contains three key living
Above and left: In the details – the
original part of the home has all
its original classic detailing, from
ornate stained glass windows to
high skirting boards. The palette
of natural wood floors and pristine
white walls continues through the
old and new areas of the home,
helping to draw the architecturally
distinct styles together.
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