Bayside Estate

We started off with a 30+ year old waterfront home that was long past its glory days. The home had many systems which were in disrepair and finishes that were outdated. Fortunately, we had a client and design team with vision. The home was previously a three-bedroom home but would need to be converted to make room for a family of five. Working with DSDG Architects, our client’s wish soon began to take shape on a set of construction drawings. Their primary concern was hurricane resistance and how to fortify the home to exceed current building codes to ensure the safety of the family. 

Demolition commenced and every bit of finishes, electrical wire, plumbing, air conditioning ducting etc. was removed from the home and we had a blank canvas. Every window and door in this home was reframed. 85% of the exterior walls were reconstructed and shear walls added for strength. Hurricane tie downs and connectors were added to exceed all current hurricane design criteria. There was not a square inch of this home that was not gone through. Once the structure was addressed, it was time for a complete reconfiguring of the home to add two additional bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms and configure the home to a very function layout.