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Photos: Troy Thies
Full Circle | Remodel & Addition
The owner had been looking for a unique property near
her hometown of Bemidji when a memorable one from her
childhood was listed for sale. Originally drawn to the unique
bowed roof and the retro character of the interior, the owner
knew a remodel and addition was needed to double the interior
spaces and make it a hub for family activity she imagined.
To add a primary suite to the main level without sacrificing
views or negatively affecting the scale and shape of the existing
roof, a stacked bedroom and bath suite was created adjacent to the existing cabin in a compact, flat-roofed form. A
slight rotation toward the lake and floor-to-ceiling window units visually distinguishes the addition from the existing
structure. Replacing the existing hand-built trusses with new engineered trusses that maintained the exterior bow
and adding an arch to the ceiling profile gained two additional feet of height at the center of the living space.
A fireplace with a full-height chimney anchors the living space design. Surrounding the new hearth is white oak
cabinetry and wide-plank floors throughout. An inlay of pink granite flagstone and reused brass screens in a custom
see-through buffet nod to the original. Matching cabinetry extends into the new primary suite
as a closet system with a circular window seat.
SALA Architects
salaarc.com • (612) 379-3037
Design team: Bryan Anderson, AIA; Jessica Wilder; Matt Wingard, AIA; Ross Davidson
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