The Sunroom

The sunroom is such a wonderful bonus room – that got a much needed update during the renovation.  Accessed off of the kitchen and dining room, it leads directly to the backyard. 

 

From city records, it appears the space was originally a deck, that later got enclosed into a three season room. 

 

Our goal was to add mudroom space (it’s an easy entrance from the driveway into the kitchen) and additional living space for the new owners.  We also added a new heat source, so the room can be used year round. 

It clearly had skylights when it was originally done, but they weren’t built with a curb (which is a no-no on a low slope roof) and most likely leaked.  We decided they should be opened back up, to bring as much light into the room as possible.  They made such a difference!

 

Yup - we painted the ceiling.  The dark wood made the ceiling feel so low!

If you’ve been following along for awhile, you’ll know I’m pretty obsessed with creating storage space.  So, we added two storage closets (IKEA PAX units, which we customized with lighting, hanging space, drawers and shoe trays)  and a long mudbench beneath the window.  We added two legs to the mudbench, to make sure there was enough center support.  That created room for a couple of baskets that are perfect for hats and gloves in the winter – and flip flops in the summer!  And there are also hooks to hang jackets and the dog’s leash.

Did you notice the gold shed outside the window!!! So glad it's moved!

The rest of the room has changed a bit too.  We moved the door to the kitchen, to provide more cabinet space, as well as swapped out the original window with the antique lead glass one.  This has so much more character!

 

We also installed LVT (Luxury Vinyl Tile) on the floor.  It’s a great choice for a room that is hard wearing with lots of traffic.  It can take a lot of abuse and is easy to clean.  Perfect choice!

The final result?  A beautiful updated space that will be great for its new owners! 

 

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