Transforming their empty nester phase into an opportunity, homeowners renovated their mid-19th century townhouse, replacing a rickety staircase to enlarge their kitchen. With the help of R.A.Somerby, the redesign created more sophistication and space in the home, incorporating clean contemporary designs while retaining original elements like black marble mantels and a tin ceiling. The new layout introduced a larger kitchen and dining area, reflecting a stylish modernization tailored for their refined lifestyle without losing the home's historical character.
The major move was replacing the original staircase. "It was rickety and needed to be rebuilt, but the main reason we replaced it was to get a bigger kitchen," Somerby said.
"We made the house more sophisticated and grown-up," said Richard Somerby, president and creative director of R.A.Somerby, a Brooklyn-based design-build firm specializing in the renovation of historic homes.
With the old stair out of the way, Somerby said, "We were able to add 3 feet to the size of the kitchen as well as an island."
"We preserved all the good parts," Somerby said.
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