Small Space, Big Impact: A San Francisco Home Transformation
In a city where square footage comes at a premium, thoughtful design is everything. This 1940s San Francisco home renovation proves that with vision and creativity, even the most compact spaces can be transformed into beautiful, functional areas that honor the past while embracing modern living.
Bathroom Revitalization: Before & After
Before Photos from our Client’s home in San Francisco
Walking into these bathrooms before the renovation was like stepping back in time—and not in the charming, vintage way. Pink tile climbing halfway up the walls, dated fixtures, and inefficient layouts made these spaces feel cramped and uninviting.
After Photos from our Client’s home in San Francisco
The transformation is nothing short of remarkable. By maintaining the original footprint but completely reimagining the design approach, we've created bathrooms that feel twice as spacious and infinitely more luxurious.
Key improvements include:
Clean, modern lines with warm wood cabinetry that brings natural texture and warmth
Strategic built-in storage solutions that maximize every available inch
Thoughtfully placed open shelving for both practical storage and visual breathing room
Glass shower enclosures that visually expand the space
Upgraded fixtures in brushed brass that add a touch of understated elegance
Simple white countertops providing a clean backdrop that brightens the entire room
A former awkward linen closet with wasted space below now "living its best life" as open shelving plus a hidden laundry moment—proof that no space is too challenging to be reimagined
Before and After photos of how we added this chic laundry bin and shelves where an awkward linen closet was previously!
Family Legacy Meets Modern Living: The Kitchen Refresh
This kitchen renovation was about more than aesthetics—it was about preserving the soul of a 1940s home while making it work for today's lifestyle.
Before & After Photos from our Client’s home in San Francisco
New Heath tile creates a striking focal point, while custom cabinetry was meticulously matched to honor the home's original character. The result is a kitchen that feels both timeless and thoroughly contemporary.
The Best Things Come in Small Packages
When working with compact spaces, every design decision matters. This petite kitchen proves that limitations often inspire the most creative solutions:
Maximizing every inch: Custom cabinetry improved storage capacity and functionality.
Small space, big style: Carefully selected materials and a cohesive color palette create a sense of continuity that makes the space feel larger
Vintage charm meets mid-century modern: Original architectural details preserved alongside contemporary elements
Double the storage, double the counter space: Clever organization systems and extended work surfaces transform functionality
Transform your space, transform your life: The renewed kitchen has become the heart of this home once again
Before & After Photos from our Client’s home in San Francisco
This San Francisco renovation reminds us that sometimes the most impactful transformations happen in the smallest spaces. By honoring the home's heritage while addressing modern needs, we've created bathrooms and a kitchen that will serve this family beautifully for decades to come.
