Tour a Modern California Farmhouse With a Craftsman-Style Exterior

Historic Jefferson Park in South Los Angeles is known for its pre-fabricated bungalow homes that were popular in the early 20th century. Over time, many fell into disrepair before a renewed interest to restore them began in the late 20th century. So when Shanty Wijaya of Allprace Homes bought this new construction in 2019, she wanted it to blend in with the rest of the historic neighborhood. "Prior to our renovations, the home ... lacked character and soul," Wijaya says. Her company specializes in rehabilitating neglected homes and customizing new ones, and this one was no different. However, instead of recreating a Craftsman-style interior, Wijaya opted for a modern farmhouse makeover with an indoor-outdoor vibe. The end result is a home that seems far older, yet contains all of today's conveniences.

Wijaya's team increased the home from 1,568 square feet to 2,000 square feet; it now includes three bedrooms and two baths in the main house, and one bedroom and one bath in the guest house, located in the former two-car garage. Not included in the overall square foootage is the adorable she-shed in the backyard.

To add more character to the home's new exterior, shown here, the team used board and batten and shaker siding. The main entrance door isn't the kind seen every day: it's a custom-built Dutch door made from Douglas fir wood. "I love how charming this door is, and it can be opened halfway for added ventilation," Wijaya says.

"For the front den, we added half-horizontal shiplap wall paneling, which adds visual interest and makes the room feel bigger," Wijaya says. In fact, she used shiplap throughout the home to create a unified look.

"For the interior renovation, we designed and changed everything, including the paint, doors, windows, woodwork, shiplap, lighting, flooring, kitchen and bathrooms," Wijaya notes. "We created an open and inviting layout featuring bright and airy rooms and used splashes of color and patterns throughout the home for an eclectic and modern farmhouse look."