Irvington Prairie Craftsman Whole House Reimagined

The clients of this Irvington neighborhood prairie style craftsman sought to update their entire home to add more functionality and to fit their personal style. They also wanted to retain the integrity of the home’s historical elements and show off its original features.

Restored woodwork and original plaster cornice.

Restored original hidden bed for visitors in the library added more space.

When not in use, the bed slides into a cavity under the stairs.

Original dumbwaiter restored and showcased with a glass door and molding to match the rest of the home.

Bath flooring was restored by matching the original tile ceramics. A modern shower replaced a clawfoot tub, and a new tile surround mimic the home’s original tile.

Custom inset cabinets and durable honed black granite provide a much needed update.

New appliances that remain timeless.

Dining nook with newly designed seating.

New cabinetry and fixtures were seamlessly added to restored original woodwork and tile.

The tile was meticulously salvaged and repaired.

Restored woodwork with dark stain stands out against fresh white walls.

Gorgeous leaded glass door with restored trim, mailbox insert with trim to match, and restored handrail.

Hex penny tile, wallpaper, and a bold ceiling color create a simple yet elegant bathroom.

Tiled laundry chute for a touch of whimsy.

Portal-syle cat door

A beautiful blue-green paint color contrasts perfectly with the red brick columns and chimney. Color theory at its finest!

Building a garage was an important update for the clients, designed to remain historically relevant and look as though it has always existed.

Another small shed, this time painted and sided to match the house...

Custom-designed shed creates beautiful storage that integrates perfectly with the rest of the home's exterior.

Gated shed conceals garbage and recycling bins.

...offers protection from the elements for the clients' grill and hosting equipment.

Outdoor entertaining space complete with multiple seating options, pergola, and brick fireplace.

While the home was mostly in its original shape, the kitchen had been remodeled awhile ago and was dated. It was in need of a more modern update to better blend in with the home and the clients’ lifestyle and taste. In the library and living room, the home’s original wood finish was tirelessly restored and brought back to it’s original shape; new custom paneling and built-ins were added in the same style to blend seamlessly. One of the favorite historical features of the home was the discovery that there was once a dumbwaiter, which was restored with a new glass door and molding to match the rest of the home. The original plaster moldings and cornices were in great condition and left untouched.

This project was a fabulous collaboration between the clients, the very talented folks at Arciform, who built it, Versatile Wood Products, who produced the custom designed shelving and cabinetry, and Lord Design, who did the interior decorating.

Featured In: Classic Home, Old House Journal and Oregon Home

Irvington Prairie Craftsman Whole House Reimagined

The clients of this Irvington neighborhood prairie style craftsman sought to update their entire home to add more functionality and to fit their personal style. They also wanted to retain the integrity of the home’s historical elements and show off its original features.

Photos By: Blackstone Edge Studios