| Project description |
This project involved a total kitchen
remodel, adding space to the existing dining room, a second story
office addition over the garage, a new deck off the master bedroom,
an updated master bathroom, and the installation of new flooring
throughout this two story family home built in the early 1980’s.
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| The client |
Kelly Piner and Bob Blanco approached
MAK in late 2003 about building the remodel they had planned for
the home they share with their three energetic boys and their three
equally rambunctious dogs. They were one of the first families in
the Davis area to take advantage of the solar electric rebate program,
so their commitment to sustainable design was well established.
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| The design challenge |
MAK worked closely with the clients
and their architect, Russ Frank, to realize the thoughtful esthetic
vision developed in the architectural plans while incorporating
eco-friendly materials and methods.
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| MAK's solution |
For this project, MAK went to work,
reaching deep into its big green bag of tricks. MAK installed
a beautiful, FCS certified cherry floor from EcoTimber throughout the house. The custom kitchen cabinets
were made using non-formaldehyde MDF from SierraPine.
The countertop was made by Richlite.
The Richlite countertops fabricated and installed by ever fabulous Spectrum Solid Surfacing, anufactured from recycled paper and material derived from managed
and sustainable forests, the Richlite countertop material is super-
durable (the material is also used for skateboard ramps!) with
a warmth that is difficult to achieve with stone or other solid
surface materials. MAK also installed new, energy efficient appliances
and, with a little tweaking from the original design, was able
to use the Anderson 200 series window and doors, an excellent
and energy efficient product at a reasonable price. The skylight
in the new office upstairs included an exterior sun shade to control
internal heat gains in the room while still allowing additional
light.
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| Feats of magic |
This project speaks for itself –
just look at the photos courtesy of Neil Michel from Axiom
Photo and Design.
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| Local and creative craftspeople |
The primary talent behind this project
was Russ Frank, the architect who initially worked with Kelly and
Bob to identify their needs and who so skillfully incorporated the
solutions into his design.
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