Before photos:
Opposite page from top to bottom: The facade was a typical nondesript
1950s residence with brick and alumninum siding. The master bath
consisted of two small spaces. The family room consisted of a long,
narrow area with stained glass window insets.
After photos:
Opposite page: The expanded master bath, top photo, features marble
countertops and a half-circle window to incorporate natural light. The
updated kitchen, bottom right, features an island work station with a
granite countertop and Sub-Zero refrigerator drawers. The sky-lit
breakfast nook connects to the family room. The expanded kitchen
area now is perfect for entertaining and casual bar-style serving.
This page, clockwise: Fairway Construction created a room with rich
wood details, recessed lighting and built-in bookcases. The wood
desk with a green marble inset is the perfect accent for this elegant
library. Fairway used architecturally-detailed Dryvit and added a wide
arched entry. The owners requested a facade reflecting the stucco
exteriors of Florida homes. Adam Helfman, graduate of Hillel Day
School and Michigan State University, is a certified remodeler and
president of Fairway Construction. Walls were removed to create a
large open family room with oak floors and entertainment center.
PHOTOGRAPHY BY GENE MEADOWS
STYLE AT THE JN • AUGUST 2000 •
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