Modernizing A Ranch House
© Mariko Reed

Modernizing A Ranch House

Klopf Architecture as Architects

The homeowners had just completed a full kitchen remodel and wanted to modernize more of the house to match the new kitchen and open design with more of a connection to the backyard. This was an example of transforming a typical ranch house into something special for homeowners who were willing to go all the way through with their master plan.

photo_credit © Mariko Reed
© Mariko Reed

Klopf opened up the dark and disconnected spaces that included closed-off rooms and a sunken living room. They raised the floor in the living area to create a consistent floor level.

photo_credit © Mariko Reed
© Mariko Reed

The rear of the house was completely torn away and replaced with a taller flat roof design and 42-foot length sliding glass doors. Klopf also reconfigured the primary suite to make better use of some dead hallway space and awkward bathroom and closet layouts. 

photo_credit © Mariko Reed
© Mariko Reed

Klopf was able to reconfigure the spaces where the family spends a large majority of their time outdoors surrounded by lush landscaping to create indoor-outdoor living. 

photo_credit © Mariko Reed
© Mariko Reed

This 4-bedroom 3-bath ranch house remodel is located in the heart of Silicon Valley. 

 

Team:
Klopf Architecture project team: John Klopf and Noel Andrade
Structural engineer: BASE Design
Contractor: Tatis Construction Company
Interior materials: Lucile Glessner Design

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