]Ugh.. A Better Homes and Gardens article popped up in my inbox and I was intrigued by the title: "You Have to See This Stunning Bungalow Transformation!" Having a little bungalow, I'm always interested in ideas. And this was a 1936 Craftsman house.
You would never know it!! Wright and Morris are rolling over in their graves.. The "charm" of Craftsman completely whitewashed with shiplap, all the unique built-ins removed to create "open concept" and you would never guess this was ever a "charming Craftsman cottage."
My 1936 California Craftsman had that charming old-house style—formal rooms with built-ins, a fireplace, and cove molding—but the layout wasn’t working for me. The house is 1,400 square feet, and the little rooms felt extra tight. I knew tearing out walls would give me the indoor-outdoor flow I was going for, but it also meant taking out the fireplace. That’s a solution most people wouldn’t consider, but for me, the open space was totally worth it.
What design trends are you sick of? How do you feel about destroying the original character of a home? Arggghh..
Here's the article: https://www.bhg.com/decorating/makeo...ow-renovation/