A Modern Addition Through an East Atlanta Lens

The fifth post in our series highlights a modern addition to a 1920’s craftsman bungalow in East Atlanta. “Our house is – was – a typical craftsman bungalow built in 1929. We essentially lopped off the back third of the house and extended back and up with a modern design.” Thanks, David & Brigette, for sharing these reflections with us.

We love passing through this transitional opening from the original warm and woody front half of our house to the bright and clean addition. The new kitchen ends where the original house footprint ended.

Our corten steel-faced fireplace and minimalist stair treads make for an interesting feature wall in the den. This space used to be a rustic brick patio right outside the old back door. The fireplace warms the room with its heat and beautifully patinaed surface.

Descending into this light-filled stairwell every morning, you really get a sense of how the lower and upper floor work together to become one grand space that we never get tired of moving through and living in.

Going from one tiny bathroom downstairs to having this oasis right off the master bedroom was one of the biggest upgrades in our living situation. The multiple windows fill the room with natural light, and when the trees are in full spring and summer green majesty, we feel like we’re showering in a giant treehouse.

David and Brigitte asked “let us know if that’s enough for a blog post!” Perfect, y’all — we love it!

Please check out the project page for more images, including exterior views.