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Updated and Expanded 1940s Cottage Home

From: Barley Pfeiffer Architecture

April 10, 2015

A small one-story cottage built in the 1940s is given modern-day style thanks to a thoughtful second-story addition and long-overdue updates throughout. Barley|Pfeiffer Architecture added more rooms and created better flow for a young, growing family without compromising the home's old-school integrity and pedigree.

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Small Gray Exterior With Red Chairs on Front Porch

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Charming Cottage Features Trendy Gray Siding

This formerly yellow exterior receives a fresh, updated look with gray siding and new additions to expand the home.

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Before: Not-So-Charming Cottage

The dull, pale yellow exterior of this cottage lacks curb appeal. See how Barley Pfeiffer Architecture turns this home into a charming expanded cottage.

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Before: Boring, White Kitchen Cabinetry

Though the cabinets provide a lot of storage space for this kitchen, they lack interest and give the space a dated appearance. With some updates, the kitchen could be quite the show piece.

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Transitional Open Plan Kitchen Features Dark Hardwood Flooring & Bar Seating

A neutral color palette allows the rich hardwood floors and crisp white cabinetry to stand out in this open, transitional kitchen. A trio of dark wood barstools provides an eat-in space to enjoy a casual meal.

Barley|Pfeiffer Architecture

Updated and Expanded 1940s Cottage Home

Charming Cottage Features Trendy Gray Siding

Before: Not-So-Charming Cottage

Before: Boring, White Kitchen Cabinetry

Transitional Open Plan Kitchen Features Dark Hardwood Flooring & Bar Seating

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