Project Spotlight: Extensive interior remodel of an A-frame style lakehouse near Columbus, Ohio that included multiple additions. The project scope included gutting a majority of the interior but left several of the home’s architectural details which were important to the family and fit its unique style.
As-Built Floorplan & Before Photos
BEFORE Interior photosBEFORE Exterior photos
New Remodel-Design-Build Whole House Plan
A 2nd story addition created a new primary suite with a private balcony plus a den, guest bedroom, bathroom and loft area with built-in bunk beds. The kitchen was expanded to accommodate gourmet appliances, a large island with a seating room, plus a service bar and butler’s pantry. Another addition included a screened-in porch with 2 sided fireplace.
Part 1 KitchenPart 2 Main Living SpacesBathrooms & Bonus Room
The Result!
Primary Bedroom w/ views of the lake from private balconyPrimary BathroomPowder RoomGreat Room w/ vaulted ceiling and view of the lakeLoft serves as game room and guest bedroom Entry mudhallKitchenSitting room off the kitchenService bar in kitchenEntry Hall
Watch the before & after video below! See the transformation of this classic A-frame style home after the two additions and interior remodel. For more videos of this extensive whole house remodel project located on the shores of Lake Choctaw near London just outside the metro area of Columbus Ohio, check out our YouTube playlist.
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Project Spotlight: Backyard outdoor living space addition includes converting an existing covered porch into a sunroom, installing new stamped concrete patio with timber framed roof extension and a stone fireplace. In total, four separate but connected spaces were designed and built allowing the family to utilize more of their beautifully landscaped yard and increasing the living and entertaining spaces for their home.
Before & After Floorplans
Existing Backyard & As-Built Site PlanProposed Plan New Patio, Pavilion, Fireplace & Sunroom
Project Scope & Details
Project Year: 2023
Project Cost: $200,001 – $500,000
Enclose the existing 230sf covered porch to convert to a new sunroom with access to new outdoor spaces through a new doorway.
Keep existing window locations & door into the home.
Install five new double-hung windows on the west wall.
LVT flooring was installed for ease of maintenance.
Replace existing lighting and ceiling fan.
Interior view of proposed sunroom addition
New stamped concrete patio 820sf.
Build timber frame roof extension of cedar over 285sf middle section of new patio.
Build seating bar to accommodate 12.
Install stone veneer around bar seating with a granite countertop.
Proposed rendering sunroom addition exterior & outdoor living space.
Build new 2-sided masonry fireplace with stone veneer and gas starter.
Install into the ceiling of the pavilion 10 can lights, 2 electric outdoor heaters and a combo fan-light.
Provide new electric service in the fireplace chimney for TV installation.
Elevations of proposed fireplace an roof extension.
After Photos
View full project photos on Houzz. Watch a video tour of this project on our YouTube channel! Want inspiration for your outdoor living project? Visit the Outdoor Living & Exteriors Portfolio on our website!
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Project Spotlight: Remodel-Design-Build project on a historic 1918 3-story home in Columbus, Ohio. The traditional floorplan upon entry was all walls & halls! By adding a home addition they were able to reimagine their home. The new open concept first floor plan is lighter, brighter and has more flow and functionality.
Existing First Floor As-Built Plan & Photos
The entry hall featured a central 3-story staircase and all the rooms were separated. The entire interior was gutted and remodeled with the goal to add function and flow.
The Result – Proposed First Floor Plan & Photos
Scope of work includes building a new 2-story home addition to incorporate an attached garage, new mudroom, back entry hall and pantry off the kitchen with a home gym above. The kitchen was reconfigured to make the best use of the layout and create flow between casual dining, formal dining and living rooms once several of the interior walls were removed. All of the home’s bathrooms were gutted and upgraded with new cabinetry, fixtures and finishes. The existing detached garage was converted into a pool house perfect for entertaining and hosting parties.
Meet the Team
Our Remodel-Design-Build process is a collaborative one. We get to know you. You get to know us. Discovering your unique style and vision for your home is a critical step. Together we work to find the answers to your project’s biggest questions! Learn more about our process on our website.
Laura Watson, ASID, UDCP – Design ManagerRob Lindeboom, CLC – Senior Project ManagerJoey Davis – Lead Carpenter
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Bryan and Richard have made a lot of changes to their 1950’s 2-story home in Upper Arlington, OH since purchasing it in 2019, but hired our Remodel-Design-Build Team to add some much-needed space to complete their vision and upgrade the curb appeal. Their home is now an entertaining dream with flow, function, and amazing views.
Q & A with Bryan & Richard
What was the goal for your remodel?
We wanted to rebuild our dining/living room to feel seamless and as comfortable as the rest of the house. It was important to create a great flow to our outdoor patio spaces.
We completely remodeled the house 2 years prior to working with The Cleary Company, but this renovation did not include any physical additions to the space. During the original remodel, we relocated the kitchen to one-half of the first-floor footprint that took over the existing dining room in order to incorporate a new mud room area with laundry, coat closet and a half bath. With this change, we moved the dining room to the living room to create a “great room” concept. We love the house and enjoy all the initial renovations that also included extensive landscaping and outdoor patio areas.
Unfortunately, the living/dining room side of the house was just too tight and didn’t feel nearly as enjoyable as the rest of the house. Quite simply, it didn’t match all the other enhancements to the home. This was the reason for our recent renovation with The Cleary Company.
With our love of the outside spaces of our home, we also wanted to enhance the curb appeal of this very traditional 1950’s UA layout.
L to R: Interior Living & Dining room spaces, Exterior rear view
What is your favorite aspect of your remodeled space?
The natural light and flow. We love windows and we put a lot of them into the small space! While we only added about 200 total square feet but, the flow and “livability” of the space is absolutely wonderful! The “great room” now connects our front sitting area to our back patio and it’s all seamless.
Additionally, the new front and back porches and gables, with several beautiful design details, completely changes the curb appeal from a 1950’s box to a beautiful modern feeling home. We enjoy entertaining our friends and family and everyone comments on how comfortable our home is. We think that is about the best compliment you can receive!
What advice would you offer to someone who is thinking of remodeling their home? Live in your space for a bit before starting the remodeling process to really understand what you like and what you want to change. Understand that the inconvenience of the work and mess is really a moment in time. Once done, it becomes a very distant memory while you enjoy the vision you had for your home!
The Cleary Company Remodel Difference
Why did you choose The Cleary Company to complete your remodeling project?
We saw their signs throughout the community and attended one of their NARI tour homes. We asked people who were using them directly how they felt about the work and the comments were very positive. We felt that the quality of the workmanship we saw throughout these discussions was very good.
What was your favorite part of working with The Cleary Company and why?
Their attention to detail. We felt that while we knew they were handling multiple and larger renovations they had their attention focused on our project in a way that made us feel valued. We never felt as if we weren’t getting the attention we needed throughout the process. No matter how much you know about construction, there will be things that concern you when it is your own house. We thought they did a very good job in explaining what was happening and how a resolution would come to the project.
Who from our Team stood out and how did they exceed your expectations?
Laura Watson, Rob Lindeboom and Ben Ludlow. They were all so kind and respectful of us as homeowners living through the process.
Laura was outstanding in organizing our thoughts and preferences into a final design that checked all the boxes. She is fun and you can tell she truly enjoys design and the challenges of the project.
Rob is a very good communicator. He is honest and direct and when he doesn’t have the answer he gets back to you with one in a timely manner. He really keeps things moving and always took time to keep us up to date on progress, challenges, etc. We added a few things to the project, and I felt like he was very helpful in guiding those changes for the improvement of the overall project.
Ben was fantastic—we felt like he became part of our family! He is proud of his work and helps to keep everyone moving in the right direction. He, too, is a great communicator and works to resolve things quickly. Usually by the time we would ask a question it had already been resolved!
I would also add that all the subs that work with The Cleary Company were outstanding. We had no issues with any of them. They were all very respectful of being in our home while we were living there.
I work in commercial food service and have been long involved in design build projects for large commercial kitchens. I was so impressed that when we got to the final punch list—I had nothing to put on it; I have never experienced this in my career! Rob and Ben did an outstanding job of managing the details up to the last day.
Just for Fun!
In one word why did you choose to do business with The Cleary Company?
Quality
Would you recommend The Cleary Company?
Absolutely and we have several times already!
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Get started today by visiting our website! Our Remodel-Design-Build Team is ready to help you navigate the remodeling process, upgrade your home’s curb appeal and collaborate with you to make your vision of your home a reality.
Building an addition onto your home is different from a remodel to an existing room. In Columbus, OH building a home addition typically adds new several hundred square feet and requires installing all new everything. This includes the foundation, walls, ceiling and roof as well as mechanical systems like electrical, plumbing and heating. Because you are adding something instead of changing a space that already exists, costs for a home addition project can vary greatly.
Calculating the cost of a home addition requires knowing first the design, scope and size of the project and the type of room you want to add. Will new utilities be required? Maybe not for a sunroom but definitely for a new bathroom. There are also many other variables, including permits, trade prices and material costs.
The Remodel-Design-Build Team at The Cleary Company has experience building all types of home additions. created the following project profiles to help you begin the discussion for your next home addition project. We also recommend reviewing Remodeling magazine’s annual Cost vs Value report for more information on building and remodeling costs in Columbus OH.
3 Home Addition Projects, 3 Budgets & 3 Scopes
UPSCALE –Single floor or 2 story addition + whole house remodel
Possible Scope of Work & Finishes – Price Ranges $350k – $1m+
Increase sq ft of home by building outside the current footprint
Exterior updates including new windows and/or siding
Rework existing interior floorplan
Move and/or add plumbing & hvac
Upgrade existing lighting and electric
Greatest number of choices for finishes & materials
Why building a home addition makes sense for your family.
Do you need more space or functionality in your home for a growing family? Maybe you need a home office or want a sunroom? Or do you desire a ground-level primary suite for aging in place in your home of 20-30+ years?
A design-build home addition can provide many benefits for your family. Our Remodel-Design-Build Team at The Cleary Company in Columbus, Ohio is who you can trust to collaborate with you to develop and execute a plan that works for your family and lifestyle.
Furthermore, adding on to your home is a wise investment to make for your family, especially when you want to stay in your neighborhood. The following are some benefits to consider, helping you decide when it’s time to add on to your home.
Increase family living space. How great would it be to expand part of your beloved home without having to move or leave your neighborhood? Adding a bedroom, family room, home office, blowing out the wall to expand the kitchen, or adding a sunroom keeps you in your home without the hassle of moving. Extra square footage can greatly impact the quality of life for your family and give you the extra room you need to grow.
Comfort, functionality, and personalization. Designing an addition for your home allows you to tailor your design plan to suit your family’s preferences and needs. Customizing the plan during development and design gives you the flexibility to create a spa-like bathroom, a functional home office, a spacious family room, or an additional bedroom to serve as a primary or a guest suite. Perhaps it’s the addition of a 4-season room to complete your vision for your backyard oasis. Personalizing it ensures that your home is tailored to your lifestyle and design aesthetic.
Cost-Effectiveness. Of course, a home addition will cost you money. But that will pale in comparison to the cost of purchasing a new, larger home. The cost of moving to a new home involves real estate agent fees, closing and moving costs, and potential renovations to make a new home yours. A home addition allows you to add the room you need, without the cost of relocating to a new home. A side benefit, you will increase the value of your property, depending on what you add to your home. Additional square footage usually translates into a higher market value.
Aging in place. This is a top consideration for many of our design-build clients. They love their home, their neighborhood, and their community. But a two-story home that worked for their family isn’t working as well now that the kids are gone, and the parents are getting older. The need for more living space on the first floor is a common theme we encounter. Creating additional kitchen space, a first-floor primary bedroom and bathroom suite, and a sunroom is high on the list for remodeling projects.
Watch the Home Additions playlist on our YouTube channel to see how we’ve transformed many homes in central Ohio!
After you hire the Remodel-Design-Build Team at The Cleary Company, we will not only collaborate with you to develop and execute a plan that works for your lifestyle but our Team will handle all of the details. We are responsible for the budget, scope of work, design plan, quality and completion of your project as well as,
Provide you one point of contact.
Navigate your local zoning regulations.
Draft construction documents & plans for building permits.
Determine any impacts on the overall aesthetics of your property.
Work within your budget by simultaneously designing and estimating your project.
What does a home addition cost in Columbus, Ohio? Read our blog to see what investment ranges you can expect when hiring a design-build firm for a home addition.
Read more tips for planning a home addition from BobVila.com the quintessential resource for trustworthy advice for your home.
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Project Spotlight: Past clients hired our Design-Build Team to create a plan and scope of work for their backyard. The screened porch addition compliments their home’s French-style architecture and is attached to the existing garage and accessed thru a new vestibule and mudroom. The new covered outdoor space is perfect for the family of four to spend time relaxing, entertaining, and enjoying the gorgeous views.
The interior of the new porch features full-height screens with sliding doors, an exposed beam and shiplap ceiling, gas fireplace, a beverage bar with 2 mini fridges and storage, seating space and a separate dining area. On the exterior a natural stone paver patio that includes a simple but functional outdoor built-in grilling area with countertops and storage. Adjacent to the porch addition is their newly constructed backyard patio with a fire pit and pool. This phase of the project was completed by Hidden Creek Landscaping.
Backyard BeforeProposed Design
CLIENT PROFILE:
Dual-income professional couple with two school-aged children
Home built 1962 – Clients purchased in 2018
Past client who hired us for several projects on a prior residence 2015-2017
5-Star Guild Quality Review – 100% Satisfied – “The personal attention given. They made us feel like they care about us as people, not just about the job. They were considerate, thorough, timely, detail-oriented, approachable, and professional. Their organizational skills and communication throughout the project were phenomenal. They are a first-class operation of talented and wonderful people.”
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Kristin and Giovanni love being outside. Their home had a deck out back, but between the weather, the sun, and the bugs, they knew it was time to visualize something different. They wanted a space that they could utilize with more livability. The plan? Replacing the existing deck with a screened-in porch addition.
BEFOREBEFOREAFTER – ExteriorAFTER – Interior
Q & A with Kristin & Giovanni — Hilliard, OH
What was the goal for your porch addition remodel?
We love to be outside, but also want to be protected from some of the elements—bugs, heat, and the rain.
What is your favorite aspect of your remodeled space?
It really accomplished what we wanted. We love that we can raise the windows up, sit down, and enjoy the breeze and the sunshine, but not be hot or swatting away the bugs.
What advice would you offer to someone who is thinking of remodeling their home?
1—Meet with different companies and understand what’s out there. Try to understand the different ideas presented by the various companies.
2—Don’t just choose the company with the best price. Choose the company that you have a good connection with and that can bring your project to reality.
3—Envision yourself in the space, walk through it, and plan it. Know how you will use it and how it will work for you. We spent a good deal of time thinking about how we wanted to use the space and what would work for us.
The Cleary Company Remodel Difference
Why did you choose The Cleary Company to complete your remodeling project?
We interviewed several other companies. We liked everyone we met at The Cleary Company and felt they were a good match for us and our project. They saw what our vision was going to be. Also, we had researched the Eze Breeze product and wanted to use it. We brought it to The Cleary Company as part of the plan. They hadn’t used it before but were excited to try it out with us.
What was your favorite part of working with The Cleary Company and why?
The open dialogue we had throughout the project set us at ease. We really felt listened to and heard. After the project was finished, they came through and asked us how everything went, and what could they have done better or differently. The constant open communication was a strong indicator of their commitment to their clients.
Who from our Team stood out & how did they exceed your expectations? We liked working with Aaron—we talked with him from start to finish. We felt we could go to him at any point and have an open dialogue.
Just for Fun!
If you were asked to explain in one word why you choose to do business with The Cleary Company, what would it be?
Quality. Communication. (We each chose a word!)
Would you recommend The Cleary Company?
Yes!
Want to Learn More?
If you have a project you are thinking about, reach out to us. As you read, these clients knew one of the products they wanted to use in their porch addition and we collaborated to create a plan and make it work. After all, you become family when you work with us! Want open communication and collaboration with your home remodeler?
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Project Spotlight – An extensive remodel to a modest ranch home in Upper Arlington Ohio.Our clients needed additional living space and more bedrooms. The Design-Build Team at The Cleary Company in Columbus Ohio created a new floorplan.
A second story addition accommodates 2 bedrooms and the full bath from the main level as well as a new guest bedroom and full bathroom. A sunroom addition expands the footprint of the 1st floor and brings in warm southern sunlight.
Relocating the bedrooms and a bathroom plus removing several walls open up the first floor. The new open concept plan creates a more functional layout for entertaining and allows the kitchen to be the center of this busy family’s daily activities.
As-Built drawings for client’s ranch home in Upper Arlington Ohio. Bedroom 3, the hall closets and the full bath will move to the new 2nd-floor addition. Bedroom 2 is converted into a den and powder room. The new open concept 1st-floor plan will allow space for a larger kitchen and family room.Proposed design & construction plan. 1st floor remodel in Upper Arlington Ohio. Removing walls for a new open concept floorplan allows the kitchen to be the center of this busy family’s daily activities. The addition of a 2nd floor on an existing ranch home in Upper Arlington Ohio accommodates 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. Not only do the clients gain living space on the first floor but they are also able to add an additional bathroom and bedroom.Rendering of new 1st-floor layout. View looking from the family room into the dining room and new sunroom addition. Also notice the new stairs leading to the new addition.Photos of new interior living spaces.
How Much Does a Home Addition Cost in Columbus, OH?
A new home addition is different from a remodel of an existing room in a home. A home addition typically adds new square footage and requires all new everything from the floor up. This includes the foundation, walls, ceiling and roof as well as mechanical systems like electrical, plumbing and heating. Because you are adding something instead of changing a space that already exists, costs can vary greatly.
Calculating the cost of a home addition requires knowing first the design, scope and size of the project and the type of room you’ll be adding. Will new utilities be required? Maybe not for a sunroom but definitely for a new bathroom. There are also many other variables, including permits, trade prices and material costs.
Our Team has created the following project profiles to help you begin the discussion for your next home addition project. We also recommend reviewing Remodeling Magazine’s annual Cost vs Value report for more information on building and remodeling costs in Columbus OH.
3 Projects – 3 Budgets – 3 Scopes
Upscale – Single or 2 story addition + whole house remodel
Estimated Price Range: $250k – $750k+
Possible Scope of Work & Finishes:
increase sq ft of home by building outside current footprint
exterior updates including new windows and/or siding
rework existing interior footprint
move and/or add plumbing & hvac
upgrade existing lighting and electric
greatest number of choices for finishes & materials
