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Winner: Four Seasons Design & Remodeling – Wooddale Haven 

"This project began as remodel and addition but turned into essentially an entirely new home! Our clients wanted to create a home that would fit their needs well into retirement while also downsizing from their previous lake home. One unique challenge that we had was that our client is a Veteran and needed an adapted home to accommodate a service-connected disability. The original property was a very tiny 2 bedroom / 1 bath home. We were able to apply for a Special Adapted Housing Grant through Veterans Affairs which helped us design an addition toward the rear of the property that nearly doubled the size of the home. 

As you enter the open concept living, dining, and kitchen area, the attention to detail is on point. The warmth of the wood grain floors draws you into a space with the clean lines of white shaker style cabinetry, quartz countertops, and stainless-steel appliances. The kitchen is highlighted by stunning sapphire blue center island. The floral backsplash tile in tones of blue, green, and terracotta, adds a beautiful nod to nature and pulls the elements of the kitchen together. The living room boosts a lovely fireplace incorporating the stone from the exterior and the blue of the kitchen to give a cohesive feel to the home. The spacious bathrooms of this two-bedroom home are a delightful surprise. Along with a separate laundry/organizational area, the function and beauty of this home is truly a haven for our homeowners. 

Throughout the design process, themes and features of universal design, including aging-in-place, were implemented. This home incorporates relatively simple aspects such as 36” doorways, lever handles and task lighting, to more subtle and sophisticated features such as high contrasting colors and textures, smart switches, and a curbless shower with voice-activated faucet controls. All access points to the home were designed and constructed with no steps. This home is an excellent example of a home created for current convenience as well as potential future needs!"

Local Association: Builders Association of Northeast Indiana