McCormack Home Addition in Thorold

renovation overview

RENOVATION TYPE:
Home addition with kitchen renovation

LOCATION:
Located in Thorold, a town that is home to the Welland Canal and has a blend of historic architecture and modern amenities. Thorold offers a charming, small-town atmosphere while being conveniently close to larger urban centers like St. Catharines and Niagara Falls.

MAIN CHALLENGES:
The original kitchen was outdated and lacked functionality. It had minimal counter space, insufficient storage, and an inefficient layout, which made cooking and daily tasks difficult for the homeowners. The back sunroom was also underutilized and deteriorating, adding no value to the home’s functionality. The homeowners wanted to create a more modern, open kitchen that better utilized the space and provided ample storage and preparation areas. The addition was designed to create a seamless flow between the kitchen and outdoor space, addressing the homeowners’ desire for more practical indoor-outdoor living.

RENOVATION COST:
Projects similar to this will cost around $300,000 + HST

TRADES INVOLVED: Go Green Plumbing, First In Counters, Timberwood Custom Kitchen, Verhoef Electric, Aristocrat, Post Tech Niagara, Louwes Windows and Siding, Niagara Pre-Hung Doors, Niagara Modern Painting

Niagara home addition custom kitchen renovation with white cabinetry and grey island

Before The Renovation

after the renovation

Scope of Work

The McCormack Home Addition project involved an extensive transformation of an older bungalow, focusing on both a complete exterior renovation and the addition of a new, modern kitchen at the rear of the home. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the work:

Deconstruction:

  • Removed the existing rear sunroom to make space for the new kitchen extension.
  • Demolished old kitchen cabinetry, bulkheads, and flooring throughout the kitchen, dining room, and hallway.


Framing and Foundation
:

  • Installed helical piles as per engineering specifications to support the new kitchen addition.
  • Framed a 21′ x 12′ addition 


Exterior Renovations
:

  • New vinyl siding was applied to the entire home, including the addition
  • Replaced the roof shingles for the entire house and the new addition. 
  • Installed new fascia, soffits, and eavestroughs.


Kitchen
:

  • The newly constructed kitchen features custom painted cabinetry with maple interiors.
  • Upper cabinetry extends to the ceiling with crown molding.
  • A large kitchen island was installed with solid birch dovetail drawers and soft-close mechanisms.
  • The countertops were fitted with Level 1 Quartz for both the kitchen perimeter and the island.
  • Under-cabinet lighting was installed along with three pendant lights over the island.
  • New appliances, including  dishwasher, fridge, and microwave, were installed.


Electrical and Mechanical Systems
:

  • Upgraded the electrical panel
  • Installed 14 recessed LED pot lights throughout the kitchen and dining areas.
  • Re-routed HVAC ducts to service the new kitchen addition and relocated the existing air conditioner.


Interior Finishes
:

  • Laid Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP) flooring throughout the new kitchen, dining room, and living areas.
  • Installed new baseboards, casing, and shoe molding.
  • Added a tile backsplash to the kitchen.
  • Custom vinyl windows and a large patio slider were installed, allowing easy access to the new backyard deck.


Exterior Features
:

  • Constructed a pressure-treated wood deck at the rear of the home.

This home addition not only modernized the kitchen with contemporary design elements but also enhanced the home’s energy efficiency, functionality, and overall aesthetics. It showcases Eden Build’s commitment to high-quality craftsmanship and attention to detail in every project.