Blending Modern Design with Historic Charm in a Spacious Edgewater Glen Home

Edgewater Glen homeowners sought a modern transformation to accommodate their growing family while preserving the historic character of their Chicago home. With a comprehensive gut rehab and a second-floor addition, this project redefined their living space, creating an open-concept layout, five bedrooms, and modern amenities to meet their lifestyle needs.

Why Did the Homeowners Decide to Remodel?

The homeowners decided to remodel their Edgewater Glen home in Chicago to create a functional, modern living space that could accommodate their growing family while maintaining the property’s historic charm. They needed more bedrooms, updated systems, and an open-concept layout to better suit their lifestyle and future needs. The remodel also allowed them to enhance energy efficiency and add luxurious touches like a spa-like master suite and a fully modernized kitchen.

What Challenges Did We Overcome During the Remodel?

One of the main challenges was blending the modern updates with the historic charm of the home, ensuring the new design respected the character of the Edgewater Glen neighborhood in Chicago. Adding a second-floor addition required careful planning to integrate seamlessly with the original structure while meeting local building codes. Reconfiguring the layout for an open-concept design posed structural challenges, which we addressed by reinforcing the home’s foundation and framing. Additionally, upgrading to modern systems—including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and insulation—required meticulous coordination to ensure everything aligned with the home’s new design.

How Did We Achieve the Homeowners’ Vision?

We achieved the homeowners’ vision by combining thoughtful design with expert craftsmanship. Our team completed a full gut rehab and added a second-story addition, creating a spacious and modern home while preserving its historic charm in Edgewater Glen, Chicago. The layout was reconfigured to an open concept, providing seamless flow and functionality. Luxurious features, such as a spa-inspired master suite, a contemporary kitchen with floor-to-ceiling cabinetry, and energy-efficient upgrades, ensured the home met their lifestyle needs. Every detail, from the James Hardie siding to the modern fixtures, reflected their desire for timeless design and modern comfort.

How Has This Remodel Changed the Owners Lives?

This remodel has transformed the homeowners’ lives by providing them with a space that perfectly balances functionality, comfort, and style. The addition of a second floor and a reconfigured open-concept layout has created a more spacious and welcoming environment, ideal for their growing family. Modern amenities like a luxurious master suite, a state-of-the-art kitchen, and energy-efficient systems have significantly improved their daily comfort and convenience. The thoughtful blend of modern design with historic charm has also enhanced their pride in their home, making it a perfect fit for both their lifestyle and the character of Edgewater Glen, Chicago.