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SOUTH 5TH RESIDENCE

A Luxurious Addition Offers Opportunities for Sports and Leisure
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ARCHITECT

Patrick Ousey, Michael Norris
FAB Architecture

INTERIOR DESIGN

Cami Wright
Cami Wright Interiors

THE GOAL

To create a private, integrated structure that serves as a new entertainment space and garage.

THE PROCESS

The owner of this 3,461-square-foot home in the Bouldin Creek neighborhood wanted to enhance his entertainment space as well as the privacy of the estate. To pair seamlessly with the main home they had designed a few years earlier, FAB Architecture designed a new, 1,037-square-foot multi-use structure on the property.

We began by demolishing the existing carport to make space for the new structure. Fusing modern elegance and functionality, the new space includes a full bath, golf simulator, wet bar, lounge area, and outdoor covered patio leading down to a lower outdoor grilling and dining area.

The refined interiors incorporate a handsome mix of dark blues and brass. In the bathroom, custom wallpaper and handmade tiles create a bespoke environment. Wood paneling and hardwood floors give the golf simulator, wet bar, and lounge area a moody, man-cave vibe.

Along with these spaces to relax and entertain, the new structure prioritizes security. Dedicated enclosed spaces for parking and package delivery ensure peace of mind for the owner. In a fun nod to the owner’s Ford family heritage, the garage’s epoxy blue flooring matches the iconic Ford factory floors.

The new structure’s sleek exterior features custom steel windows, Accoya siding, and stucco with a steel trellis. Board-formed concrete walls, enhanced with steel trellis details, create a grand private entrance to the estate. To ensure aesthetic harmony between the old and new structures, the owner opted to re-side the main house in Accoya for a cohesive high-end finish.

We demolished the house to the studs and added onto the back of the house. The addition created a primary suite conveniently close to the kitchen, which works better for the owners’ day-to-day lifestyle. The suite supplies generous views of the backyard and easy access to the new deck for their two new puppies. Additionally, the newly expanded kitchen features custom millwork, a La Cornue stove, and a skylight that adds a burst of balanced natural light. The new mudroom gives the owners a beautiful yet functional place to do laundry and feed the pups.

To honor the home’s charm and history, we maintained the simple hall, bed, and bath configuration, down to the telephone nook characteristic of early 20th century homes. The front bedroom now acts as a home office, and the rear bedroom beckons as an inviting guest suite. The hall bathroom, with warm and welcoming wallpaper and tile, serves both short-term and long-term guests comfortably.

While the living and dining spaces also kept their original forms, the antique dining table passed down through generations of the owner’s family still anchors the dining room. Elegant new furnishings round out the design in the heart of the home.

Outside, the clean design of the carport impresses without overshadowing the refreshed bungalow. We also salvaged, refurbished, and reused the bungalow’s windows to maintain its original appeal.

THE FINAL RESULT

The owner now has an ideal retreat that blends luxury, functionality, and privacy. Dedicated spaces for working on his golf game, entertaining guests, and dining al fresco create the perfect mix of activity and leisure. Finally, the property’s enhanced security allows him to rest easy knowing his cars and packages are safe.

Category
On Site