Project Overview

Structure:

* 2,711.5 SF SFR / 670 SF Garage / 752.5 SF ADU

* Two-story single-family home with extended rooflines and porches

* Attached garage incorporated into the main façade

Architectural Highlights

* Low-pitched gable roofs with extended eave brackets and exposed rafter tails

* Horizontal lap siding and shingle siding with traditional Craftsman proportions

* Deep covered front porch with tapered columns and stone-base detailing

* Second-story balconies integrated into the main façade

* A mix of traditional casement, single-hung, and divided-light windows

* Stone and masonry accents at columns and porch bases

* Symmetrical gabled dormers and clerestory windows for added natural light

* Side wing designed in harmony with the main house form

* Period-appropriate trim, fascia, and beam details throughout

Interior Features:

* Open-concept living spaces designed around central natural light

* Multiple second-story bedrooms

* Balcony access from upper-level rooms

* Dedicated areas for office, storage, and family use

* Thoughtful circulation patterns consistent with historic Craftsman homes

What We’re Looking For

We are searching for a builder with strong Altadena experience who specializes in:

* Authentic Craftsman architectural detailing

* High-quality exterior siding, trim, and beam work

* Traditional porch construction with stone or masonry column bases

* Two-story structural framing for complex rooflines

* Respecting historic architectural character while building efficiently

This is a detail-driven rebuild with multiple roof planes, deep overhangs, exposed structural elements, and carefully proportioned windows. The right builder will understand the craftsmanship required to make a Craftsman home feel authentic, not flat, simplified, or “generic new construction.”

Why This Project Matters

This home has been in our family for years, and rebuilding it is an opportunity to bring it back with care, integrity, and respect for the neighborhood’s architectural heritage. We’re looking for a partner who values quality, communication, and true craftsmanship, someone who understands that a Craftsman home is defined by its details.

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