How do I update my 1959 ranch to make it MODERN?
Need thoughts for updating this boxy ranch on a full basement so it fits our love for modern architecture. We do have the ability to dig out the front yard and get a daylight basement on the front.
Some inspiration photos to give you an idea of what we like:
We don't necessarily want to add a second half-story as we don't need the additional space and want to keep the footprint rather small. But we love the simple design and clean look.
this might be easier to achieve. Looking for some other ideas! I feel like I've scoured Houzz!
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4 years agojdpwoodward .
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PRODebbi Washburn
4 years agoI find that the modern homes area ll about the roof line and amazing windows!
And then the siding... If you are looking to go into that sort of change you will need an architect to get involved. You may want to try having the roof slope from the back of the house ( lowest ) to the front of the house ( highest ) something like this:
Except you would have a great front porch with cable railings and windows!
Fun project!!
Good luck!
jdpwoodward . thanked Debbi Washburnjdpwoodward .
4 years agojdpwoodward .
4 years agowe also love midcentury modern - and this might be more achievable when wanting to keep a smaller footprint.
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Thanks! I would love to see some examples of that -- sounds just like what we're thinking.
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PROBeth H. :
4 years ago
emmarene9
4 years agoIt seems like you know you want a different roof line. Are you drawn to wide eaves, more like Prairie style? Do you want an angled roof? After you decide I think you could bump out the right side of the house as the front is so flat. You could do the new side in cedar and have the other side some other material.
I would bring it forward about five feet at least.
Here is an image I saw that made me think of what you might do for stairs.
Beth H. :