Building Space, Preserving Flow

A Remodel Designed Around Life

Sometimes, a remodel isn’t just about adding square footage.
It’s about creating room for life to happen—comfortably and beautifully.

For this family, timing mattered. With a toddler underfoot and another baby on the way, they needed a home that worked harder. Tenhulzen Residential listened closely, planned carefully, and delivered a remodel that gave them space, flow, and features tailored to how they live every day.

Expanding Up and Out

This wasn’t a light refresh.
We bumped out the main floor and added a second story, creating entirely new spaces.

The upstairs addition became a versatile bonus room—ready to adapt as the children grow. On the main floor, we expanded the footprint to build a larger home office, turning a once-small bedroom into a functional, light-filled workspace.

Redefining the Entryway

Before, the front door opened into a cramped corner. Guests crowded into a narrow hall that funneled into the kitchen.

By extending the entry, we created a space that welcomes instead of bottlenecks. Now, guests can enter, mingle, and take in the home without stepping on each other’s toes.

We included a custom open entry mudroom with built-in cabinetry for coats, a storage bench for shoes, and shelving that feels intentional. It’s practical, polished, and perfectly placed.

A Gathering Place for Entertaining

This family loves wine, and their new entry space reflects it. We designed a built-in bar with two wine fridges, dedicated wine storage, and an eye-catching backsplash. The tile is a perfect example of using premium materials in a small area for maximum impact.

A floating wood shelf matches the cabinetry, while the quartz countertop—identical to the one in their kitchen—ties the spaces together. The bar sits just steps from the living and dining rooms, turning the entry into an extension of their entertaining space.

Seamless Integration with the Existing Home

We didn’t touch the kitchen, but we honored its design. Matching the quartz countertop and cabinetry finishes ensured the new bar felt original to the house.

That attention to detail carries throughout the remodel. From stains and textures to tile placement, every choice was deliberate. The goal: make the new spaces feel like they’ve always been there.

Function Meets Comfort

The expanded office offers room for creativity and productivity. The new bonus room upstairs gives the family flexibility—whether it’s a playroom, media space, or guest area.

And the mudroom’s storage bench isn’t just a nice touch—it’s a detail born from real-life need. As our team says, if you want guests to take off their shoes, give them somewhere comfortable to sit.

A Remodel Designed Around Real Life

This project was about more than building walls and adding rooms. It was about listening—understanding how a young, growing family moves through their home.

We delivered a design that opens the floor plan, creates storage where it’s needed most, and adds beauty without sacrificing practicality. Every decision—whether it was matching a countertop or selecting just the right backsplash—was made with their lifestyle in mind.

The result? A home that feels bigger, brighter, and ready for everything their family’s next chapter will bring.