Meridian-Kessler Craftsman

The homeowners wanted to significantly increase the size of the cute Craftsman bungalow they purchased in a historic neighborhood, but wanted the addition to be seamless in appearance and elegant but sturdy for their two young children and dog. Operating within very low eaves, I added a full second floor for bedrooms and master suite, repeating the clipped gable of the existing roof to create a new profile that looks original. A sunroom/mudroom porch accommodates sports equipment and dogwalking boots, while the master soaking tub slips under the sloped roof to create a cozy getaway. An office for the homeowner is located at the landing of the Craftsman-styled stair, creating a third level that allows business to be psychologically separated from family life.

Status: Built
Location: Indianapolis, IN, US
My Role: architect
Additional Credits: Construction and photographs by Custom Living https://www.customlivingusa.com/

Everything to the right of the first clipped gable is new.

Living room looking into dining room. Interior décor by Custom Living.

Dining Room with new open connection to Family Room and Kitchen. The Powder Room beyond doubles as guest room bath.

The Craftsman-style stair with built-in breakfast nook is entirely new.

Family Room with built-ins, breakfast nook to left. Interior design by Custom Living.

Kitchen with island and new windows overlooking side yard.

The Kitchen overlooks the Porch.

Backyard porch/four seasons room.

Mudroom at sideyard.

Master Bath built under the eaves of the low-slung clipped gables.

Children's Bathroom

The Home Office is entered from a mid-level landing, providing mental separation from the family spaces (downstairs) and the resting spaces (upstairs).