Historic Craftsman Residence in the Heart of Mission Hills Gets Matching Guest House

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Home Details
Location: Mission Hills
Architect: Kim Grant, AIA
Project: A 2,000 square foot exterior restoration of original home (built in 1916), 1,400 sq. foot addition of compatible Guest House with new 2-car garage, interior design, and full landscape garden design

After adopting their first child, historic homeowners in Mission Hills, CA were ready to have a refreshed look with more space. Rather than expand their existing Arts & Crafts style home, they decided to replace the existing detached garage with a companion guest house.

Project Details

•   A complete exterior restoration of 2,000 square foot historic home.
•   Addition of a 2-story, 1,400 square foot companion guest house with 2-car luxury garage
•   Light and bright master bedroom with fire place, custom craftsman windows, built-in bookshelves, and painted coffered ceilings.
•   Spa master bathroom complete with twin marble sinks, custom cabinetry, oversized VibrAcoustic bathtub, large subway-tiled shower with dual heads, 2 walk-in closets, and espresso bar.
•   Kid’s bedroom and bathroom on first floor with custom laundry shoot to garage.
•   Luxury 2-car garage with epoxy flooring, kitchen sink with bar, and recessed canned lighting.
•   Hardwood floors and custom moulding throughout the house.
•   Full design and landscape of residential garden sanctuary.
•   Interior design elements that balance craftsman architecture with contemporary accents.
•   Solar panel installation.
•   Full compliance with the City of San Diego Historic Resources Board and the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards.

A home with over 100 years of history is now a fresh place to make more memories with a growing family.