Evanston Addition/Renovation

Memories of family are part of what makes a house a home. This is especially true for the owners of this Evanston home; it has been in the family for over 60 years. It was important for them to add space for their growing family while maintaining the cottage character of the house. Two added challenges were the small lot’s triangular shape and the zoning ordinance which restricted the potential size of any addition. We proposed a small expansion of the buildings footprint with a completely reconfigured second floor that made better use of space. Our site plan and exterior elevations convinced the city to provide our clients with the zoning variation which made the expansion possible. The second floor addition echoes the original roof lines and cottage details preserve the home’s character for the next generation.