Condo Renovation in Glover Park DC

Almost Done: From Drab to Distinctive

As the photo above indicates, we are near completion of a condo renovation in Glover Park. The challenge in this project was to implement design ideas that would maximize the utility of a small kitchen and dining area while modernizing and enhancing its aesthetic appeal.

When working in an older condominium building, we encounter many of the same issues in a condo renovation as when remodeling an older single family home. But there is a difference between condo and single family home renovation: A condo space is usually smaller.  So the problems feel bigger.  The aesthetic absences or spatial limitations are felt more intensely because you can't get away from them. That's why skillful and creative space planning is critical to the success of a condo renovation project.

Glover Park Condo Renovation: Making the Most of a Small Space

What can be done if the space is too small?  There is no possibility of building an addition to gain the needed space.  We can, however, be very clever about maximizing the space we have.  With a well thought out architectural design, detailed space planning, and fine craftsmanship we can overcome the most vexing limitations.  We can take a space that is kind of dingy and transform it into something really special. 

Our lead carpenter is near completion on a condo makeover in Glover Park DC.  Our interior designer came up with a plan for the entire unit that gives it a classic look.  This includes enhancements such as trim sets around all the windows and crown molding in the kitchen and living room.  We are also replacing all of the commercial grade steel framed hollow core doors with new solid wood doors and casings, and  brass hardware.

It goes without saying, the design team put a lot of thought into the nearly completed kitchen and dining area shown in the photo below.

The photo above shows a partition wall separating the kitchen and dining areas that was deleted in the condo renovation. Two rooms have merged into one in way that vastly improves functionality while making the space feel more roomy.

The architectural detailing of the kitchen and dining areas continues in the adjacent living room with crown moldings and trim around all the windows (see photo below). The addition of these distinctive details contributes a positive feeling to the interior which, prior to renovation, was quite bare and possessed no visual appeal.

Crown molding continues from the kitchen and into the adjacent dining and living room areas.

The new two-panel solid wood doors get a striking set of satin finish brass pulls or door knobs. 

Adding Architectural Details

Kitchen and condo bath remodeling are always top of the list for our condo renovation clients here in Washington DC.  This client could have stopped there.  It is to her credit that she had the ambition to go all the way with it.  

It takes some extra effort to find the right firm with a creative team that can artfully add design elements that were absent in the original. You end up with a living space that is full of personality and completely yours in every detail.

If you are feeling stuck with a condominium home that doesn't meet your needs. Don't give up. Schedule a consultation with one of our architectural designers to discuss the possibilities of your space. And before you do that, prepare for that meeting by clicking on the image below to download our eBook. 

Accelerate your learning about condo (or co-op) renovation by downloading the eBook titled "Key Factors in a Luxury Condo Renovation."