Rooftop Oasis out of Utilitarian Space

Before

Carol Menner is a busy eye doctor in the city. Running her own medical practice can be stressful, so Carol needs a place to relax and unwind. She's found the perfect spot: the rooftop vestibule of her four-story townhouse.

After

Sunshine and skyline views make it an ideal location, but in its current state as a 64-square-foot storage room, it's more "utility" than Utopia. Carol and designer Helen Stapper team up to fine tune the form and maximize the function of her rooftop room and deck.

After

They'll gut the existing space to make room for custom cabinets and a beverage center, using every available inch to incorporate a home office, reading nook and entertaining area. The greatest challenge is Carol's favorite feature – a hot tub. It's up, up and away as the hot tub goes airborne.