Project Details
- Project Name
- Houghton Residence
- Location
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Omaha ,NE ,United States
- Project Types
- Custom
- Project Scope
- Renovation/Remodel
- Size
- 1,430 sq. feet
- Shared by
- Editor
- Consultants
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General Contractor: Randy Brown Architects,Assassi
- Project Status
- Built
- Cost
- $109,995
- Room or Space
- Kitchen
Project Description
2004 RADA
Renovation /Merit
One programmatic move transformed the kitchen of a traditional builder house into an urbane space that works as well for intimate dinners as it does for large parties. "There isn't a flaw in there," a judge said. "It's a perfect execution of intent." By relocating a powder room, Randy Brown opened up the kitchen and living areas, making room for a sleek glass bar that seats four. The stools are centered under an up-lit, cone-shaped ceiling, formerly an octagonal dining niche. When the owners entertain in a big way, the bar is a buffet for serving food and a buffer between the cooks and their guests.
Brown added warm cherry wood cabinets on skinny legs, black granite countertops, and a wall of shiny stainless steel appliances. To finish the transformation, he wrapped the opposite family room wall in the same materials to contain a fireplace and entertainment center. The strong concept impressed the judges, who called it "a very smart renovation."
