Transformed Rowhouse for Comfort and Style
PROJECT OVERVIEW:
This remodel turned an outdated home into a beautiful, functional space that truly honors its original charm. Designed for a growing family of five, we reimagined the main floor by relocating the kitchen, adding a cozy family room and powder room, and creating a seamless indoor/outdoor flow. A three-panel accordion door opens to a newly designed rear patio, effortlessly connecting the home to the outdoors. Full-width stairs lead from the lower rear entrance to the elevated patio, which now serves as a peaceful gathering spot between the main home and the new carriage house.
The kitchen, once tucked away in the basement, is now the heart of the home. We reworked the stairs to improve flow and turned the basement into a warm family room. A glass railing between the kitchen and family room enhances the openness. The third floor was expanded to create three spacious kids’ bedrooms, a built-in library, and a thoughtfully designed bath.
We also designed and built a detached carriage house, blending a home gym, guest suite, and garage for a classic off-road vehicle into one versatile space. Despite city restrictions, we found creative solutions to deliver a space that feels both functional and welcoming, used every day by the homeowners.
NEIGHBORHOOD: Capitol Hill
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Happy Clients
Blue Star excelled at design and layout, craftsmanship and finish, response to feedback, figuring out creative solutions to inherent space challenges.
— Aaron, Capitol Hill
Blue Star’s best trait is their attitude. Everyone is unfailing polite, even when things got hard. And when things went wrong, which I fully anticipated would happen, you guys did the right thing every single time.
— Alyson & Dave, Capitol Hill
Blue Star came in on budget and ahead of a very, very tight and critical schedule. We highly recommend them to anyone considering a renovation.
— Larry, Woodley Park
Blue Star excelled at building a beautiful home. Blue Star employs a great team and makes beautiful designs. They will come through for you in the end and you will be happy with your wonderful home!
— Katie & Henry, Brookland
Blue Star did an amazing job rebuilding every bit of our home from head to toe, starting with a new roof overhead all the way down to a new foundation beneath our basement and everything in between.
— Heather & Aaron, Capitol Hill
I couldn’t be more pleased with the finished product and the service we received along the way.
— Christi, Capitol Hill
Blue Star loved the architectural and design challenges I handed them, and each time I came up with a new idea, they were driven to figure out the best way to deliver.
— Cari, Atlas District
Overall, we can’t say enough good things about the quality of our home and Blue Star’s customer service and attention to detail! The house was well laid-out, design choices were clearly thought out, and no detail was left undone.
— Chris & Haley, Petworth