A Rundown Bungalow is Transformed Into a Modern Home With Old World Charm
September 12, 2017
A Rundown Bungalow is Transformed Into a Modern Home With Old World Charm
After decades together, high school sweethearts Shelley and Mike were finally ready to move back to their childhood neighbourhood and into a home they could grow old together in. The only problem? Everything in their area was overpriced and definitely over budget. So they asked for a little help from Sebastian Seville and Mickey Fabbiano in transforming one of the "worst" homes in the neighbourhood into the "first." Here's how the duo upgraded the abode with lots of modern conveniences while still retaining plenty of old world charm.
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Bright New Exterior
1/19Bright New Exterior
1/19Photo Credit: Janis NicolaySource: info@janisnicolay.com
In order to give this home massive curb appeal, Mickey and Sebastian matched the white facade throughout and updated the landscaping. Then, in order to draw the eye and create a strong first impression, they chose a deep burgundy colour for the front door. The result is a show-stopping exterior that draws people in with its rich contrasts and pretty finishes.Worst to FirstA Rundown Bungalow is Transformed Into a Modern Home With Old World CharmBright New Exterior
PHOTO 1 of 19READ LESS -In order to give this home massive curb appeal, Mickey and Sebastian matched the white facade throughout and updated the landscaping. Then, in order to draw the eye and create a strong first impression, they chose a deep burgundy colour for the front door. The result is a show-stopping exterior that draws people in with its rich contrasts and pretty finishes.Photo Credit: Janis NicolaySource: info@janisnicolay.com
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A Fresh New Look
2/19A Fresh New Look
2/19Photo Credit: Janis NicolaySource: info@janisnicolay.com
The updated, open concept living room greets you as soon as you enter this home, setting the tone for the rest of the house. Wire-brushed oak floors are present throughout, while soft neutrals on the walls and furniture help keep the space bright and appealing. Monochromatic finishes add instant modernity but the look is then pulled back with rustic, inspiring touches throughout.Worst to FirstA Rundown Bungalow is Transformed Into a Modern Home With Old World CharmA Fresh New Look
PHOTO 2 of 19READ LESS -The updated, open concept living room greets you as soon as you enter this home, setting the tone for the rest of the house. Wire-brushed oak floors are present throughout, while soft neutrals on the walls and furniture help keep the space bright and appealing. Monochromatic finishes add instant modernity but the look is then pulled back with rustic, inspiring touches throughout.Photo Credit: Janis NicolaySource: info@janisnicolay.com
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A Custom Feature Wall
3/19A Custom Feature Wall
3/19Photo Credit: Janis NicolaySource: info@janisnicolay.com
The venetian plaster on the updated fireplace automatically draws the eye thanks to its rich colour and unique design. A bright white mantel and a large circular mirror help complete the look, while billowing, sheer drapery adds a romantic effect. The look ties into the whites from the area rug below and instantly brightens up the cozy space.Worst to FirstA Rundown Bungalow is Transformed Into a Modern Home With Old World CharmA Custom Feature Wall
PHOTO 3 of 19READ LESS -The venetian plaster on the updated fireplace automatically draws the eye thanks to its rich colour and unique design. A bright white mantel and a large circular mirror help complete the look, while billowing, sheer drapery adds a romantic effect. The look ties into the whites from the area rug below and instantly brightens up the cozy space.Photo Credit: Janis NicolaySource: info@janisnicolay.com
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Custom Touches
4/19Custom Touches
4/19Photo Credit: Janis NicolaySource: info@janisnicolay.com
The large, custom sofa is plush and large enough to entertain a crowd or to relax on for a little one-on-one time, while still maintaining lots of design appeal thanks to the monochromatic toss cushions. Meanwhile a large framed map print and updated coffee tables with a patterned wood surface add rustic, old world appeal.Worst to FirstA Rundown Bungalow is Transformed Into a Modern Home With Old World CharmCustom Touches
PHOTO 4 of 19READ LESS -The large, custom sofa is plush and large enough to entertain a crowd or to relax on for a little one-on-one time, while still maintaining lots of design appeal thanks to the monochromatic toss cushions. Meanwhile a large framed map print and updated coffee tables with a patterned wood surface add rustic, old world appeal.Photo Credit: Janis NicolaySource: info@janisnicolay.com
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Open Concept Vibes
5/19Open Concept Vibes
5/19Photo Credit: Janis NicolaySource: info@janisnicolay.com
By combining the kitchen and living rooms, this space is perfect for larger gatherings with family and friends. The hardwood runs throughout, adding a cohesiveness to the space, while soft touches like these plush arm chairs and the grey-and-white area rug help to define and separate so that the rooms also feel purposeful and unique.Worst to FirstA Rundown Bungalow is Transformed Into a Modern Home With Old World CharmOpen Concept Vibes
PHOTO 5 of 19READ LESS -By combining the kitchen and living rooms, this space is perfect for larger gatherings with family and friends. The hardwood runs throughout, adding a cohesiveness to the space, while soft touches like these plush arm chairs and the grey-and-white area rug help to define and separate so that the rooms also feel purposeful and unique.Photo Credit: Janis NicolaySource: info@janisnicolay.com
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A Spacious New Kitchen
6/19A Spacious New Kitchen
6/19Photo Credit: Janis NicolaySource: info@janisnicolay.com
The kitchen itself doesn't have to be overly large in order to be completely functional. The addition of a peninsula ensures there's plenty of extra counter space and a breakfast area, while also adding extra cabinets and storage below. Upgraded, stainless steel appliances and a four-way hood add lots of modern appeal, with the monochromatic finishes keeping the look sleek and streamlined.Worst to FirstA Rundown Bungalow is Transformed Into a Modern Home With Old World CharmA Spacious New Kitchen
PHOTO 6 of 19READ LESS -The kitchen itself doesn't have to be overly large in order to be completely functional. The addition of a peninsula ensures there's plenty of extra counter space and a breakfast area, while also adding extra cabinets and storage below. Upgraded, stainless steel appliances and a four-way hood add lots of modern appeal, with the monochromatic finishes keeping the look sleek and streamlined.Photo Credit: Janis NicolaySource: info@janisnicolay.com
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Old World Touches
7/19Old World Touches
7/19Photo Credit: Janis NicolaySource: info@janisnicolay.com
A large basin sink is a modern must-have with instant charm, while the vintage faucet adds a bit of refined, classic appeal. Then, the mosaic tiling made of hand-painted cement adds another old-world touch and a unique design aspect that you won't find in other homes in this neighbourhood, truly making this house stand out from the rest.Worst to FirstA Rundown Bungalow is Transformed Into a Modern Home With Old World CharmOld World Touches
PHOTO 7 of 19READ LESS -A large basin sink is a modern must-have with instant charm, while the vintage faucet adds a bit of refined, classic appeal. Then, the mosaic tiling made of hand-painted cement adds another old-world touch and a unique design aspect that you won't find in other homes in this neighbourhood, truly making this house stand out from the rest.Photo Credit: Janis NicolaySource: info@janisnicolay.com
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Extended Dining Area
8/19Extended Dining Area
8/19Photo Credit: Janis NicolaySource: info@janisnicolay.com
The dining room is also a part of the open-concept floor plan, serving as a natural extension of the kitchen and allowing a separate space for family meals and entertaining. More built-in cupboards along the wall add even more storage, and Mickey and Sebastian were also sure to add a small serving nook for easy-access to after-dinner desserts and drinks.Worst to FirstA Rundown Bungalow is Transformed Into a Modern Home With Old World CharmExtended Dining Area
PHOTO 8 of 19READ LESS -The dining room is also a part of the open-concept floor plan, serving as a natural extension of the kitchen and allowing a separate space for family meals and entertaining. More built-in cupboards along the wall add even more storage, and Mickey and Sebastian were also sure to add a small serving nook for easy-access to after-dinner desserts and drinks.Photo Credit: Janis NicolaySource: info@janisnicolay.com
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Maximized Space
9/19Maximized Space
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The cream and wood colour combo on these oversized dining room chairs adds a regal statement to the dining area, especially surrounding the circular table with its carved post. A drop chandelier in a matching monochromatic colour scheme helps tie this room into the living room and kitchen, creating a cohesive flow.Worst to FirstA Rundown Bungalow is Transformed Into a Modern Home With Old World CharmMaximized Space
PHOTO 9 of 19READ LESS -The cream and wood colour combo on these oversized dining room chairs adds a regal statement to the dining area, especially surrounding the circular table with its carved post. A drop chandelier in a matching monochromatic colour scheme helps tie this room into the living room and kitchen, creating a cohesive flow.Photo Credit: Janis NicolaySource: info@janisnicolay.com
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Tons of Potential
10/19Tons of Potential
10/19Photo Credit: Janis NicolaySource: info@janisnicolay.com
Although the area is small it packs a lot of potential as Mickey and Sebastian showcased here with this staging. Large flowers add a homey and warm effect, while simple place settings are elevated with the addition of even more greenery and monogramed napkins.Worst to FirstA Rundown Bungalow is Transformed Into a Modern Home With Old World CharmTons of Potential
PHOTO 10 of 19READ LESS -Although the area is small it packs a lot of potential as Mickey and Sebastian showcased here with this staging. Large flowers add a homey and warm effect, while simple place settings are elevated with the addition of even more greenery and monogramed napkins.Photo Credit: Janis NicolaySource: info@janisnicolay.com
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A Reimagined Mudroom
11/19A Reimagined Mudroom
11/19Photo Credit: Janis NicolaySource: info@janisnicolay.com
A large mudroom was a top priority for Shelley and Mike, so Mickey and Sebastian transformed the third bedroom into a welcoming space complete with a little office area for household accounting or writing cards and letters before heading out the door. Custom cabinets above and below help increase the wow factor and create ample storage for the entire home.Worst to FirstA Rundown Bungalow is Transformed Into a Modern Home With Old World CharmA Reimagined Mudroom
PHOTO 11 of 19READ LESS -A large mudroom was a top priority for Shelley and Mike, so Mickey and Sebastian transformed the third bedroom into a welcoming space complete with a little office area for household accounting or writing cards and letters before heading out the door. Custom cabinets above and below help increase the wow factor and create ample storage for the entire home.Photo Credit: Janis NicolaySource: info@janisnicolay.com
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Second-Hand Love
12/19Second-Hand Love
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Mickey spotted this gem of a bench among the rubble the previous homeowners left behind, and salvaged it by sanding it down and giving it a fresh coat of paint. It's the perfect little antique addition to the mudroom, giving the space another touch of that old world charm.Worst to FirstA Rundown Bungalow is Transformed Into a Modern Home With Old World CharmSecond-Hand Love
PHOTO 12 of 19READ LESS -Mickey spotted this gem of a bench among the rubble the previous homeowners left behind, and salvaged it by sanding it down and giving it a fresh coat of paint. It's the perfect little antique addition to the mudroom, giving the space another touch of that old world charm.Photo Credit: Janis NicolaySource: info@janisnicolay.com
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Multi-Purposes
13/19Multi-Purposes
13/19Photo Credit: Janis NicolaySource: info@janisnicolay.com
An updated laundry is also present in the new mudroom, where updated tiling and new front-loading appliances make the household chore a little bit more enjoyable. A large countertop for storage and folding clothes helps elevate the look while a large window instantly brightens up the space.Worst to FirstA Rundown Bungalow is Transformed Into a Modern Home With Old World CharmMulti-Purposes
PHOTO 13 of 19READ LESS -An updated laundry is also present in the new mudroom, where updated tiling and new front-loading appliances make the household chore a little bit more enjoyable. A large countertop for storage and folding clothes helps elevate the look while a large window instantly brightens up the space.Photo Credit: Janis NicolaySource: info@janisnicolay.com
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Bonus Storage
14/19Bonus Storage
14/19Photo Credit: Janis NicolaySource: info@janisnicolay.com
The contractors made the most of the small nook by also installing modern shelves along one wall and adorning them with glass jars and metal baskets for instant storage. The monochromatic finishes help tie the look into the rest of the home's interior, creating a uniform design.Worst to FirstA Rundown Bungalow is Transformed Into a Modern Home With Old World CharmBonus Storage
PHOTO 14 of 19READ LESS -The contractors made the most of the small nook by also installing modern shelves along one wall and adorning them with glass jars and metal baskets for instant storage. The monochromatic finishes help tie the look into the rest of the home's interior, creating a uniform design.Photo Credit: Janis NicolaySource: info@janisnicolay.com
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A Refreshed Bathroom
15/19A Refreshed Bathroom
15/19Photo Credit: Janis NicolaySource: info@janisnicolay.com
The black-and-white finishes extend to the newly renovated main bathroom, where a dual vanity and a new shower-tub sink combo were installed for maximum function. The brilliant black door helps instantly set the tone as soon as you walk in, while fresh greenery adds a subtle burst of colour.Worst to FirstA Rundown Bungalow is Transformed Into a Modern Home With Old World CharmA Refreshed Bathroom
PHOTO 15 of 19READ LESS -The black-and-white finishes extend to the newly renovated main bathroom, where a dual vanity and a new shower-tub sink combo were installed for maximum function. The brilliant black door helps instantly set the tone as soon as you walk in, while fresh greenery adds a subtle burst of colour.Photo Credit: Janis NicolaySource: info@janisnicolay.com
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Simple Finishes
16/19Simple Finishes
16/19Photo Credit: Janis NicolaySource: info@janisnicolay.com
Mickey and Sebastian kept the walls white in order to make the space feel even larger than it is, keeping the preexisting layout to help save money in the overall budget. Meanwhile antique faucets and wire-framed lights add depth and design appeal, especially against the mirror's trim.Worst to FirstA Rundown Bungalow is Transformed Into a Modern Home With Old World CharmSimple Finishes
PHOTO 16 of 19READ LESS -Mickey and Sebastian kept the walls white in order to make the space feel even larger than it is, keeping the preexisting layout to help save money in the overall budget. Meanwhile antique faucets and wire-framed lights add depth and design appeal, especially against the mirror's trim.Photo Credit: Janis NicolaySource: info@janisnicolay.com
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A Unique Design
17/19A Unique Design
17/19Photo Credit: Janis NicolaySource: info@janisnicolay.com
The same retro fixtures are featured in the bath, where they pop against the white tiling. The tile squares themselves are offset in a unique pattern to give the look even more contrast and texture, truly making the bathroom standout.Worst to FirstA Rundown Bungalow is Transformed Into a Modern Home With Old World CharmA Unique Design
PHOTO 17 of 19READ LESS -The same retro fixtures are featured in the bath, where they pop against the white tiling. The tile squares themselves are offset in a unique pattern to give the look even more contrast and texture, truly making the bathroom standout.Photo Credit: Janis NicolaySource: info@janisnicolay.com
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Upgraded Features
18/19Upgraded Features
18/19Photo Credit: Janis NicolaySource: info@janisnicolay.com
Pretty and heated penny round tiling with black florets complete this bathroom while giving it that extra bit of luxury. With finishes like these, Shelley and Mike didn't just find a space to grow old in together; they got the worst home in the neighbourhood and thanks to Mickey and Sebastian's help, transformed it into a true "first" pick.Worst to FirstA Rundown Bungalow is Transformed Into a Modern Home With Old World CharmUpgraded Features
PHOTO 18 of 19READ LESS -Pretty and heated penny round tiling with black florets complete this bathroom while giving it that extra bit of luxury. With finishes like these, Shelley and Mike didn't just find a space to grow old in together; they got the worst home in the neighbourhood and thanks to Mickey and Sebastian's help, transformed it into a true "first" pick.Photo Credit: Janis NicolaySource: info@janisnicolay.com
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Contrasting Textures
19/19Contrasting Textures
19/19Photo Credit: Janis NicolaySource: info@janisnicolay.com
To add warmth and more of that worldly charm, the contractors selected this warm wood vanity with updated hardware. The contrasting colours instantly draw the eye, while the fresh countertop ties into the other modern finishes in the space.Worst to FirstA Rundown Bungalow is Transformed Into a Modern Home With Old World CharmContrasting Textures
PHOTO 19 of 19READ LESS -To add warmth and more of that worldly charm, the contractors selected this warm wood vanity with updated hardware. The contrasting colours instantly draw the eye, while the fresh countertop ties into the other modern finishes in the space.Photo Credit: Janis NicolaySource: info@janisnicolay.com
