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Old becomes New: Housing Transformation

“The family of four was originally attracted to the Berkley House due to its front clerestory window, corner kitchen window, and post and bean configuration. By preserving these elements whilst modernizing the design, RSAAW transformed an older, inefficient house into an award-winning and thoroughly contemporary residence”

“It was important to both the family and RSAAW to respect the original bones of the house and renovate as sustainably as possible. By donating the old millwork and appliances, repurposing the kitchen nook floor plate for the attic space, and upgrading all windows with triple glazing, RSAAW was able to keep the project environmentally conscious […]”

Thank you to Dorian Lucas for including RSAAW‘s Berkley House Renovation in Old becomes New: Housing Transformations. This book speaks to renovations as an alternative to new construction and how restoring older buildings has become increasingly popular.

Available to purchase here.