Whole House Remodel: 2nd Street Old West Side Ann Arbor Historic Home

Featuring post-remodeling photos by Jennifer Patselas Photography

before remodeling by Acheson Builders: architectural floor plans Basement 2nd St Old West Side Ann Arbor Michigan

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before remodeling by Acheson Builders: architectural floor plans test Floor 2nd St Old West Side Ann Arbor Michigan

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photo of living room looking at backyard deck before acheson-builders-2nd-Street-Ann-Arbor-BEFORE--9

photo of small family room before acheson-builders-2nd-Street-Ann-Arbor-BEFORE--8

photo of front entry area before acheson-builders-2nd-Street-Ann-Arbor-BEFORE--4

photo of very narrow steep straight stairway from first to second floor before acheson-builders-2nd-Street-Ann-Arbor-BEFORE--5

before remodeling by Acheson Builders: architectural floor plans 2nd Floor 2nd St Old West Side Ann Arbor Michigan

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photo of cramped upper floor before acheson-builders-2nd-Street-Ann-Arbor-BEFORE--15

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photo of upstairs bathroom before acheson-builders-2nd-Street-Ann-Arbor-BEFORE--13

photo of bedroom before acheson-builders-2nd-Street-Ann-Arbor-BEFORE--16

photo of backyard deck before acheson-builders-2nd-Street-Ann-Arbor-BEFORE--11

architectural floor plans 1rst Floor 2nd Street Ann Arbor - Acheson Builders

photo of glass full-pane door bordered by full-paned lights and glass transom after remodeling by acheson-builders-2nd-Street-Ann-Arbor-AFTER--19

photo of backyard glass-paned doorway after remodeling by acheson-builders-2nd-Street-Ann-Arbor-AFTER--20

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photo of remodeled kitchen open to dining area after remodeling by acheson-builders-2nd-Street-Ann-Arbor-AFTER--7

photo of kitchen island showing below-top storage open to living room after remodeling by acheson-builders-2nd-Street-Ann-Arbor-AFTER--13

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photo of custom white cabinets after remodeling by acheson-builders-2nd-Street-Ann-Arbor-AFTER--5

photo of custom white cabinets with built-in stove after remodeling by acheson-builders-2nd-Street-Ann-Arbor-AFTER--4

photo close up of white custom cabinetery after remodeling by acheson-builders-2nd-Street-Ann-Arbor-AFTER--12

photo of kitchen sink and new window after remodeling by acheson-builders-2nd-Street-Ann-Arbor-AFTER--11

photo of kitchen cabinets and window after remodeling by acheson-builders-2nd-Street-Ann-Arbor-AFTER--10

photo of kitchen island open to dining room area after remodeling by acheson-builders-2nd-Street-Ann-Arbor-AFTER--8

photo of kitchen open to dining area after remodeling by acheson-builders-2nd-Street-Ann-Arbor-AFTER--9

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photo of backyard glass-paned doorway between kitchen and living room after remodeling by acheson-builders-2nd-Street-Ann-Arbor-AFTER--18

photo of living room after remodeling by acheson-builders-2nd-Street-Ann-Arbor-AFTER--15

photo of kitchen island leading to open living room after remodeling by acheson-builders-2nd-Street-Ann-Arbor-AFTER--14

photo of fireplace with exposed smoke stack after remodeling by acheson-builders-2nd-Street-Ann-Arbor-AFTER--17

photo of living room built-in cabinets and exposed fireplace box after remodeling by acheson-builders-2nd-Street-Ann-Arbor-AFTER--16

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photo of new tub and shower enclosureafter remodeling by acheson-builders-2nd-Street-Ann-Arbor-AFTER--22

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photo of toilet and pedestal sink in bathroom after remodeling by acheson-builders-2nd-Street-Ann-Arbor-AFTER--21

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photo of lower portion of section of new staircase to second floor after remodeling by acheson-builders-2nd-Street-Ann-Arbor-AFTER--35

architectural floor plans 2nd Floor 2nd Street Ann Arbor - Acheson Builders

photo of furnished bedroom with custom built-in shelf and drawer after remodeling by acheson-builders-2nd-Street-Ann-Arbor-AFTER--36

photo of built-in cubby and drawers in bedroom after remodeling by acheson-builders-2nd-Street-Ann-Arbor-AFTER--37

photo of colorfully painted children's rooacheson-builders-2nd-Street-Ann-Arbor-AFTER--39

photo of small chandelier and two-tone painted ceiling of children's room after remodeling by acheson-builders-2nd-Street-Ann-Arbor-AFTER--38

architectural floor plans Basement 2nd Street Ann Arbor - Acheson Builders

photo of curving stairway downstairs after remodeling by acheson-builders-2nd-Street-Ann-Arbor-AFTER--40

photo of curving stairway and custom curving handrail after remodeling by acheson-builders-2nd-Street-Ann-Arbor-AFTER--44

photo of curving basement stairs after remodeling by acheson-builders-2nd-Street-Ann-Arbor-AFTER--43

photo of basement storage showing foot of stairs after remodeling by acheson-builders-2nd-Street-Ann-Arbor-AFTER--41

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photo of rear of house with large glass entrance and new deck after remodeling by acheson-builders-2nd-Street-Ann-Arbor-AFTER--45

photo of backyard deck and back entrance to house after remodeling by acheson-builders-2nd-Street-Ann-Arbor-AFTER--47

photo of new deck and back of house entrance after remodeling by acheson-builders-2nd-Street-Ann-Arbor-AFTER--46

photo close of decking material and white fencing of deck after remodeling by acheson-builders-2nd-Street-Ann-Arbor-AFTER--53

photo of well adjoining basement below-ground-level window after remodeling by acheson-builders-2nd-Street-Ann-Arbor-AFTER--48

photo of plant beds and basement windows after remodeling by acheson-builders-2nd-Street-Ann-Arbor-AFTER--52

photo of exterior side door and window of dining area after remodeling by acheson-builders-2nd-Street-Ann-Arbor-AFTER--50

photo of side exterior of side door and bumped-out extension after remodeling by acheson-builders-2nd-Street-Ann-Arbor-AFTER--49

photo of exterior side door and three-sided extension with windows after remodeling by acheson-builders-2nd-Street-Ann-Arbor-AFTER--51

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Whole House Restoration after Fire + Basement Remodel

Red Mesa Ct House in Dexter, Michigan

Fire broke out, was thought extinguished, then returned at this Dexter home.

Fire engines and fire fighters on scene at this home in Dexter, Michigan prior to second outbreak.

Ann Arbor Fire Department and Dexter Fire Department Crew

Dexter Fire Department at scene of house fire, damage to interior.

Red Mesa House Floor Plan

photo of severely fire-damaged living room wall with fireplace open to adjoining sun room showing large burned and broken windows on either side

Fireplace During Assessment and Initial Cleanup

Construction crane being positioned by Acheson Builders crew for framing and roofing phase of restoration.

Construction crane being positioned by Acheson Builders crew for framing and roofing phase of restoration.

Construction crane in use during framing and roofing phase of restoration.

Construction crane being positioned by Acheson Builders crew for framing and roofing phase of restoration.

Construction crane in use during framing and roofing phase of restoration.

Construction crane in use during framing and roofing phase of restoration.

Red Mesa Ct Lakeside Entrance and Upper Sunroom

Red Mesa Ct Lakeside Entrance and Upper Sunroom

Re-framing well under way.

Crew member working newly framed walls.

Crew securing trusses and finishing framing.

Readying plywood for hoisting to roof.

photo of fireplace open to adjoining sun room showing glassed view through fireplace and large windows on either side

photo of fireplace and mantlepiece with glass panel showing fireplace opening onto indoor-outdoor second floor sun room

photo of furnished living room with fireplace sharing wall with indoor-outdoor sun room

photo of indoor-outdoor large square porch with

photo of picnic table style dining table with view of trees

photo of kitchen with snack bar and large overhead recessed skylight

photo of Red Mesa Kitchen and Dining Areas

photo of mudroom with custom built-in storage shelving and a row of cubbies opposite a long bench with window and skylight

photo of bathroom sink with large mirror

photo of remodeled basement custom built stairs and large sliding barn wood door

photo of remodeled basement snack bar entertainment area

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Whole House Remodel: Liberty Loft

Liberty Loft Whole House Remodel

Liberty Loft Hall - Whole House Remodel

Liberty Loft Kitchen - Whole House Remodel

Liberty Loft Kitchen Whole House Remodel

Liberty Loft Kitchen Whole House Remodel

Liberty Loft Kitchen Whole House Remodel

Liberty Loft Kitchen - Whole House Remodel

Liberty Loft Kitchen Whole House Remodel

Liberty Loft Kitchen Chairs - Whole House Remodel

Liberty Loft Kitchen Chairs - Whole House Remodel

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Liberty Loft Bedding - Whole House Remodel

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Liberty Loft Bedroom - Whole House Remodel

Liberty Loft Bathroom - Whole House Remodel

Liberty Loft Bathroom - Whole House Remodel

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Liberty Loft Entry - Whole House Remodel

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Whole House Remodel: Pickford House

Pickford House - Foyer

Pickford House - Foyer Stairway

Pickford House - Foyer

Pickford House - Arched Hallway

Pickford House - Breakfast Nook

Pickford House - Breakfast Nook

Pickford House - Dining Room

Pickford House - Hallway

Pickford House - Kitchen

Pickford House - Kitchen Work Table Detail

Pickford House - Kitchen Fireplace

Pickford House - Kitchen Fireplace

Pickford House - Armoir Wet Bar

Pickford House - Laundry Room

Pickford House - Laundry Room

Pickford House - Living Room

Pickford House - Living Room

Pickford House - Living Room

Pickford House - Living Room Fireplace

Pickford House - Living Room Fireplace Mantel

Pickford House - Living Room Fireplace Mantel

Pickford House - Sitting Room

Pickford House - Sitting Room

Pickford House - Sitting Room

Pickford House - Sitting Room

Pickford House - Sitting Room

Pickford House - Sitting Room Fireplace

Pickford House - Sitting Room Fireplace Mantel Detail

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Whole House Remodel: Juniper Lane House

Juniper Lane House - Sunroom

Juniper Lane House - Sunroom

Juniper Lane House - Garage

Juniper Lane House - Fireplace

Juniper Lane House - Fireplace

Juniper Lane House - Kitchen

Juniper Lane House - Master Bedroom Hall and Bath

Juniper Lane House - Master Bedroom Bath

Juniper Lane House - Master Bath French Doors

Juniper Lane House - Master Bath

Juniper Lane House - Master Bath Sink

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Case Study: Update Kitchen – Maintain Simple Elegance

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Tubbs - Deck - exterior

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Case Study: Kitchen BEFORE & AFTER

BEFORE: Kitchen Remodel

BEFORE: Kitchen Remodel

AFTER: Kitchen Remodel

AFTER: Kitchen Remodel

AFTER: Kitchen Remodel

AFTER: Kitchen Remodel

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Kitchen & Bathroom Remodeling

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Newport-GS-Kitchen

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Custom Cabinetry

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Northville-victorian-cabinetry

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Tubbs---custom-desk-and-shelves

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Basement Remodeling

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Oak-Pointe-basement

Timberwood-W2

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Kinyon New Home - Living Room

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Thanks so much for the fine job on the deck! We are all enjoying it very much!

- CD

Thanks for doing such a great job on our remodeling project. I especially loved (Steve’s) cheerful personality and I always enjoyed hearing (him) laugh. We really love our new, improved house and thank you for all your hard work.

- CK

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