The Setting

The owners of this gracious Southern home wished to incorporate a screened sunporch into a small kitchen to create more livable space.

A new support beam was constructed to allow existing load-bearing walls to be removed. Detail of the beam construction can be seen the photo at left. At right, the back of the house during construction.

In Progress

A new outside entertaining area was created directly accessible from the new,   combined kitchen and gathering area. In the center photo, note that the constructed support beam is hidden, providing an uninterrupted ceiling line and contributing to the open and gracious feeling of the area. The kitchen was completed with the same airy feel, note the glass front cabinets and open design.

Outside Entertaining Area

Gathering Area

New Kitchen