The ice storm in January 2024 was catastrophic for many Old Portland homes. A home belonging to a couple in the Woodstock district had an uninsulated water pipe in their attic which burst during the freeze while they were out of town. The water flooded their 2 story home, filling their finished basement with a foot of water. Much of their home was severely damaged, to say nothing of their possessions.

The clients contracted us to overhaul the whole home, nearly all rooms entirely down to the studs. We rearranged the layout of the kitchen, bathroom, and primary bedroom. We also removed the defunct wood fireplace, installing a luxury gas unit in an alternative location in the living room, and added windows along the way.

The objective was to create a more open concept that still had the feel of an old bungalow with defined spaces. To do this, we worked with an engineer to design thoughtfully revised structural systems that would open up the space, while maintaining the function of the basement free of intrusive extra beams and columns.

The result is a product that feels simultaneously fitting in the old home, but contemporary in function.

Do you love Old Portland homes, but find the chopped-up floor plans to be cumbersome for contemporary lifestyles? We can help! Talk to us today about what solutions might work for your home.

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