Spectacular renovation in France

Lily Cichanowicz Lily Cichanowicz
Réhabilitation à Noisy le Roi, Olivier Stadler Architecte Olivier Stadler Architecte Casas clásicas Concreto
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When a home becomes dated and it ceases to fit its owners’ needs, the owners must make a decision. They can either pack up and sell the home or renovate it. There are pros and cons to each choice and the solution can certainly vary depending upon the owners and their circumstances. Today on homify, however, we will be focusing in on the latter option. 

When the home in question is in an ideal location, and the owners have a good sense of what they’d like to see change, a renovation can be the best way to achieve greater satisfaction with the house. This home by Parisian architect Oliver Stadler demonstrates that it is certainly possible to give an existing structure a facelift that enhances it aesthetically and makes it more functional to a budding family.

Dilapidated and dumpy before

While the home may still be liveable, its exterior is not so pleasant on the eye. The white façade is weathered and stained. The windows are dirty and dark. Not much is going on by way of landscaping either. It is certainly not the inviting family home that the owners desired it to be. But wait, there's more. Let's take a look at the façade after renovation…

Neat and tidy after

The home has certainly lost its gloomy look. The renovated version maintains the same structure but with a new paint job and repaired roof. It might take a moment to notice it, but the design team also removed the shabby front porch. The small veranda that goes beneath the ground is still intact, however. A patio has been added and the lawn has received a fresh manicure.

Bright & functional kitchen

Upon entering inside the house, we can see a sunny kitchen and dining room. The renovation also involved demolishing some walls to create a more spacious open plan. The open plan is best for a family because it allows for better supervision and promotes more communal interaction among family members. 

We can also tell that the kitchen and dining area are both quite functional. Concrete floors were introduced to the kitchen area to differentiate it and make clean up easier.

Spcaious family room

The open plan also includes a spacious living room. The large windows behind the sofa allow for ample light to pass into the space. The living room juts out a bit from the rest of the home to create an alcove that perfectly fits a corner sofa. This open space filled with comfy seating is conducive to family time. The children can play in the living room while a parent works at the table or cooks dinner.

Perfect front hall

Once we pass through the living room we come to the front hall. This area, which can often be quite dark and cramped, is quite the opposite. There is ample closet space for storing outerwear, shoes, and toys, and the windows on the right side welcome in lots of natural light for better illumination. Getting the children ready to go must be far easier in a space like this!

Dynamic playroom

If you were wondering what’s on the second floor, it’s time to find out. In addition to the bedrooms, there is a fun playroom for the children. The slanted ceilings give it the feel of a private tree house, and the built-in shelves allow for easy and accessible storage. The little nooks at the far end make for cosy little play areas, and the pink rug stands as a bold centrepiece.

To explore another before & after, check out Holzer architects' Before and After Project. Happy decorating! 

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