Carefully develop areas of seclusion and convergence:  have small private spaces and larger public spaces to gather the family. Third floor had 2 private bedrooms and a large common area that can act as a bedroom and playroom, bathroom and extensive storage was added in otherwise unusable knee spaces. reclaimed rough wood was used for integrated beds, cabinetry, doors and framing to give a medieval feel, completed with secret passages and old fashioned hardware. Ground floor, in order to maintains outdoor space, a very compact first floor renovation was orchestrated; a shed, a sunroom and the old kitchen were combined using steel beam and columns to support a green roof and an expansive kitchen/living space; the integrated cabinetry of the kitchen was sculpted to provide an elegant backdrop to the living space. Dishwasher, laundry and fridge are integrated  and remain hidden.

Growing food and attracting wild life while maintaining large play area was critical to both the renovation and the garden plan, an eating courtyard gives it more formal space and expands the living room in the summer. The small river and pond collect rain water with can be stored in barrels and provides a natural pool to refresh the family on hot summer days.