Derek Swalwell

Joshua Mc Hugh

800 sqft garage conversion into ADU (accessory dwelling unit) with open plan family room downstairs and an extra living space upstairs. pc: Shauna Intelisano

Beltrani - Living Room

Photo by Travis Rowan - Living Maui Media

As you step into the family room you first notice the flooding of natural light highlighting the original style of the homeowner. Photo by Kevin Twitty

This 1964 Preston Hollow home was in the perfect location and had great bones but was not perfect for this family that likes to entertain. They wanted to open up their kitchen up to the den and entry as much as possible, as it was small and completely closed off. They needed significant wine storage and they did want a bar area but not where it was currently located. They also needed a place to stage food and drinks outside of the kitchen. There was a formal living room that was not necessary and a formal dining room that they could take or leave. Those spaces were opened up, the previous formal dining became their new home office, which was previously in the master suite. The master suite was completely reconfigured, removing the old office, and giving them a larger closet and beautiful master bathroom. The game room, which was converted from the garage years ago, was updated, as well as the bathroom, that used to be the pool bath. The closet space in that room was redesigned, adding new built-ins, and giving us more space for a larger laundry room and an additional mudroom that is now accessible from both the game room and the kitchen! They desperately needed a pool bath that was easily accessible from the backyard, without having to walk through the game room, which they had to previously use. We reconfigured their living room, adding a full bathroom that is now accessible from the backyard, fixing that problem. We did a complete overhaul to their downstairs, giving them the house they had dreamt of! As far as the exterior is concerned, they wanted better curb appeal and a more inviting front entry. We changed the front door, and the walkway to the house that was previously slippery when wet and gave them a more open, yet sophisticated entry when you walk in. We created an outdoor space in their backyard that they will never want to leave! The back porch was extended, built a full masonry fireplace that is surrounded by a wonderful seating area, including a double hanging porch swing. The outdoor kitchen has everything they need, including tons of countertop space for entertaining, and they still have space for a large outdoor dining table. The wood-paneled ceiling and the mix-matched pavers add a great and unique design element to this beautiful outdoor living space. Scapes Incorporated did a fabulous job with their backyard landscaping, making it a perfect daily escape. They even decided to add turf to their entire backyard, keeping minimal maintenance for this busy family. The functionality this family now has in their home gives the true meaning to Living Better Starts Here™.

View of the media wall in family room with the shoji panels open to view wide screen TV which is on an arm for maximum flexibility.

Fireplace: American Hearth Boulevard 60 Inch Direct Vent Tile: Aquatic Stone Calcutta 36"x72" Thin Porcelain Tiles Custom Cabinets and Reclaimed Wood Floating Shelves

The family room overlooks the pool and backyard and brings a relaxed feeling to this family friendly room. Teal blues and greens compliment the neutral custom sofas, and a cozy arm chair and ottoman and rattan chair completes the scene. The artwork references the blue color palate and is a soothing addition to the space. Custom pillows bring an updated feel to the room.

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