From bland to grand! Our clients wanted to put a new face on their existing bungalow style home; something warm and inviting to greet visitors as they drove up to the home.
We designed a stunning portico to dress up the previously flat and linear exterior. To craft this grand entrance, we selected cedar posts, a T& G ceiling, and custom Douglas fir timber trusses. Before, the front door was hidden beneath an existing roof overhang and behind a massive cedar hedge. Now, the naturally finished portico provides a more substantial shelter that blends beautifully with the existing stone façade. A new door, several new windows, new stairs facing the street, and landscaping pavers to the driveway and garage complement the new entry.
Extra care was taken in crafting the portico to ensure its longevity and beauty for years to come. Stone post bases ground the posts to a concrete base capped with stone pavers and a concrete foundation will prevent the steps from settling. Lanterns flanking the door and pot accent lighting provide a distinctive glow in the evening.
The home is so welcoming that the homeowners have strangers stopping by to compliment them on the change!
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