September 8, 2017

House in Inglewood by Alair Homes Chilliwack

Designed in 2017 by Alair Homes Chilliwack, House in Inglewood is a traditional single family residence located in California, United States.

Well-designed home with a spacious porch, solar panels, and a lush, well-maintained lawn.

A cozy rustic interior with a stone fireplace, wood-paneled ceiling, and colorful accents.

Cozy covered patio with exposed wooden beams, stone fireplace, and plush seating.

Rustic wooden pavilion with vaulted skylights, outdoor seating, and garden view.

Warm, inviting room with stone fireplace, plush couch, and blue accent chair on hardwood floors.

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, blue chairs, and a wooden dining table surrounded by dark walls.

A modern, open-concept dining room with wooden table, navy blue chairs, and patterned curtains.

Sophisticated kitchen design with sleek white cabinets, marble countertops, and stylish pendant lights.

A cozy bedroom with a drum set, shelves, and red curtains creating a music-inspired ambiance.

Inviting lakefront home with a cozy porch, lush greenery, and a well-manicured yard.

Cozy cabin porch overlooking lush green yard, pond, and wooded landscape.

About House in Inglewood

Revitalizing a Family Legacy

A very discerning couple faced a challenge with this project. The wife inherited the home from her father. The goal? To modernize it while honoring its past. This home now surpasses the latest energy standards. Experts have fully updated its mechanical and electrical systems.

A Two-Phase Renovation

The couple stayed in the house throughout the renovation, necessitating a two-part approach. Initially, the team tackled the basement. They removed hazardous asbestos from various materials and overhauled all systems. They added new spray foam insulation (in both metric and imperial units) and entirely revamped the finishings.

While the basement underwent transformation, the couple lived upstairs. They temporarily relocated during the asbestos removal. Later, they moved into the newly finished basement as the team refurbished the main floor.

Overcoming Regulatory Challenges

The second phase presented its own set of challenges. Building a rock retaining wall at the back required approvals from multiple authorities, including municipal, fisheries, First Nations, and environmental agencies. This phase also saw the addition of a new covered deck at the rear, a garage, a refreshed roofline, and completely new interior and exterior finishes. All systems were replaced again, alongside new insulation and drywall. The team also undertook a major asbestos removal effort during this stage.

A Harmonious Blend of Old and New

By carefully balancing the home’s historical significance with modern living standards, the renovation honors the past while embracing the future. The comprehensive upgrade ensures the home not only meets but exceeds current energy and safety standards, providing a comfortable, safe, and stylish environment for its owners. This project illustrates the transformative power of thoughtful design and meticulous planning in preserving and enhancing a cherished family home.

Photography by Carsten Arnold

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- by Matt Watts