The existing farmhouse-style home in Mill Valley, California, needed a complete transformation. Richardson Architects reimagined the residence for a family with three young children, creating a refreshed and functional modern farmhouse.
The dwelling also needed to take full advantage of its flat site, which has a creek at the backside of the property. The new homeowners wished to update the home with contemporary, stylish interiors that reflect an informal lifestyle. The original house was only a single story.
The remodel included a second-story addition, now encompassing 4,000 square feet of living space with five bedrooms and four bathrooms. The structure is designed around a central courtyard, an outdoor extension of the main living spaces.
It has also become a safe zone for the children to play outside. Additionally, a covered breezeway entry into the courtyard acts as an outdoor play area during inclement weather.
Above: The exterior features a twist on the traditional farmhouse aesthetic, painting the siding in shades of both gray and white. The gray hue is Benjamin Moore Gravestone 1475 (flat) and the white is Benjamin Moore White Dove….. notice the yellow door? The homeowner selected it because she loves the look of a yellow-and-gray color scheme. The outdoor furniture was sourced from Restoration Hardware.
For the interiors, the architects called on Postcard Properties. We have featured another of their house tours here: Ski lodge blending rustic modern details in Martis Camp. A serene color palette was selected, reflecting soft, quiet shades of gray. Additionally, reclaimed oak flooring throughout gives off a rustic aesthetic; yet, due to its light color, it makes the rooms feel light and airy. The flooring material was sourced from DuChateau.
Above: The wall color in the media/dining room is Benjamin Moore Revere Pewter HC-172 (flat). The ceiling planks and trimwork are Benjamin Moore White Dove (eggshell).
Above: In the kitchen, a custom center island features an extended breakfast bar with round wood-and-metal counter stools sourced from World Market. The pendant light fixture suspended over the island is called the Simpatico Orb from Currey & Company.
What We Love About This Home
This farmhouse-style home feels like an incredible family retreat, full of warmth and a haven of relaxation. The kitchen is gorgeous, with so many functional features to love… especially for a homeowner who loves to cook! Every detail of the floor plan seems well thought out, with a seamless connection to indoor-outdoor living. The second-level addition was well orchestrated, with a spacious, serene owner’s bedroom and playful children’s bedrooms.
Tell Us: What are your thoughts? Are you loving the renovation? Let us know in the Comments below!
Note: Check out a couple of other incredible home tours that we have showcased here on One Kindesign in beautiful Mill Valley, California: A Mediterranean revival house gets a beautiful makeover in Mill Valley and A fire-resistant modern cottage tucked into a majestic redwood forest.
Above: Here you see a closer perspective of the kitchen and its fantastic amenities… we are referring to the paper towel holder under the counter. It helps to keep your towels handy but tucked neatly out of the way—concealed.
Above: Another wonderful amenity that the homeowner requested in her kitchen was that the compost bucket not have to be stored on her counter. To accommodate this, a special compartment was integrated into the pullout garbage/recycle bins.
Above: This is a lounge space for adults to hang out, read, or enjoy a drink. Just off the entryway, this home library features moody walls painted in Kitty Gray 1589 | Benjamin Moore. The non-working fireplace is decorated with birch branches. The cowhide rug adds warmth and coziness to the space, purchased from Hudson and Grace in San Francisco.
Above: A playroom also doubles as a guest room. A shelf of books and a built-in reading nook allow the children a space to curl up and read.
Above: A chalkboard wall serves as a cool spot for the children to draw, yet it conceals a Murphy bed. Since both homeowners are originally from elsewhere, their parents like to come to visit the grandkids. When they do, they need a place to sleep… voila, a playroom is converted into a guest room!
Above: The bright and airy master bedroom features Benjamin Moore Plymouth Rock 1543 on the walls (flat) and Benjamin Moore White Dove on the ceiling (eggshell). The Colette Bed was sourced from Crate and Barrel. The carpeting is seagrass, adding texture and warmth to the space.
Above: The spa-like master bathroom features Carrera Marble mosaic flooring. The window treatment was sourced from a Smith and Noble catalog, while the serene wall color is Smoke Embers by Benjamin Moore.
Above: The daughter’s bedroom was painted her favorite color, pink… yet the designer decided to mix it up and apply the hue to the ceiling instead. The wall paint is Benjamin Moore Plymouth Rock, while the ceiling paint is Benjamin Moore Island Sunset.
Above: Each of the children’s bedrooms has built-in shelving for books and toys.
Above: The bathroom is painted in Benjamin Moore’s Smoke Embers 1466 (eggshell); the paneling above the vanity was also painted in Benjamin Moore’s Graystone 1466 (flat).
Above: The oldest boy’s room features neutrals with bursts of bright color. The walls are painted in Benjamin Moore Waynesboro Taupe, while the ceiling is painted in Benjamin Moore Seaside Resort.
Above: The bathroom flooring is a Gray herringbone sourced from Ann Sacks.
PHOTOGRAPHER Jeff Zaruba
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