More Style and More Space in Boston

The owner of this ranch-style house has lived in the home for many years, but she feels that the house looks out of place in her Boston neighborhood. Her goal was to transform the house into a classic shingle-style home, while at the same time adding extra space. Architect D. Christopher Royer's design added 1,500 square feet to the home for a total of 4,900 square feet. Before, front Before, rear After nine months of construction, the home now has a new second story. As part of the remodel, each member of the family has a beautiful new bedroom. The upstairs master suite features a gorgeous balcony with a breathtaking view. The kitchen, like most of the other rooms in the house, has been updated and opened up for a more spacious feel. After, front After, rear Resources natural stone countertops — The Stoneyard LLC 978-742-9800, 800-231-2200 www.stoneyard.com builder — Fort Hill Construction 617-442-6895 landscaping — Greeno Inc. 978-897-7244 gbilowz@aol.com doors — Custom Made Door Inc. 781-891-6867 doors and windows — Pella Window and Doors, Inc. of Boston 978-373-2500 www.pella.com dining room tables and chairs — Fox Brothers Furniture Studio 978-462-7726 hsfox@foxbros.com clascbntry@gis.net kitchen cabinets — Imperia Corp. 508-894-3000 www.imperiacabinet.com audio and video components — Audio Video Consulting 978-664-8300 avcmez@mediaone.net home security system — Interactive Home Systems 800-595-5566 www.ihomesys.com glass and mirrors — Commonwealth Glass + Mirror Corp. 617-926-1111 landscape designer — Foglia Design Associates, Inc. 617-628-8808, 617-628-8898 gfoglia@mindspring.com Guest D. Christopher Royer, Architect Royer Architects 617-244-4477 royerarch@mindspring.com