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Timeless Comfort: Aging-in-Place Primary Suite

Brentwood, California

Scope: The Brokers contacted us to add a second primary suite away from their existing bedrooms. They wanted more privacy and an aging-in-place design so, as they age, they can remain in their home indefinitely. They plan to utilize the existing primary bedroom to accommodate a future in-home caregiver. Our solution was a 444 square-foot addition consisting of a spacious bedroom, bathroom with twin lavatories, private toilet room, a roomy accessible shower, and a large walk-in closet. The bedroom has private access to the rear yard and lots of windows for natural light and ventilation.

Features: The addition transformed a traditional bungalow into a spacious rancher with enhanced curb appeal, featuring a cohesive blend of roof design, window placement, trim, and stonework. Thoughtfully planned exterior details, from lighting to irrigation, complement the design. Inside, smart storage solutions, abundant natural light, and a seamless indoor-outdoor connection elevate functionality and comfort. The primary suite now opens to the backyard, while the bathroom boasts elegant hexagonal tiles, a frameless glass shower, and an accessible walk-in design for aging in place. Maximizing space without encroaching on setbacks, this project seamlessly balances practicality and timeless style.

Designer: James Carey

Lead Carpenter: Matt Keesis, CRPM

Client Testimonial: “We hired the Carey Brothers to build a large addition (master bedroom, master bath, large walk in closet) to our 4 bedroom home which was just recently completed. It is beautiful and blends into the existing house seamlessly. Working with The Carey’s was a pleasure due to the high level of experience, design skills, work quality and integrity they bring to the project. Very satisfied and I am a Home Inspector!” -Jim B.

Awards: NARI CotY 2021 Regional Winner, Residential Addition $100,000-$250,000

Aging-in-place addition - street view

The ultimate in curb appeal using a mix of durable, attractive finishes.

Aging-in-place addition - side yard with stepping stones and mulch

Attention to every detail.

Aging-in-place addition - bedroom with exterior door

Plenty of room for cherished family furnishings.

Aging-in-place addition - bedroom with exterior door

Spacious bedroom with rear yard accesss.

Aging-in-place addition - bathroom vanity

A stunning mix of finishes that embrace natural and decorative lighting.

Aging-in-place addition - bathroom vanity

A custom-furnished dual vanity suite witl lots of elbow room and storage space.

Aging-in-place addition - easily accessible shower with neutral tile

A mix of elegant colors, textures, shapes and finishes.

Aging-in-place addition - easily accessible shower with neutral tile

Hexagonal mosaic tile shower floor ends beauty and safety.

Aging-in-place addition - easily accessible shower with neutral tile

Sleek commercial clear glass shower enclosure offers convenience and lots of natural light.

Aging-in-place addition - easily accessible bathroom  with neutral tile

Private toilet room with lots of natural light and storage space.

Aging-in-place addition - image of house from street view

An amazing transformation! Can you spot the addition?

Aging-in-place addition - entrance

Addition is seamlessly integrated into existing side yard.

Aging-in-place addition - side yard with stepping stones and mulch

The goal is not to know where the existing ends and the addition begins.

Aging-in-place addition - spacious bedroom

Luxury vinyl plank flooring complimented by painted wood baseboard.

Aging-in-place addition - bedroom with exterior door

Plenty of natural light and ventilation with access to the rear yard.

Aging-in-place addition - bathroom vanity

Classic marble vanity tops with decorative edge detail and under mounted sinks.

Aging-in-place addition - shower

A disappearing door provides no-hassle privacy.

Aging-in-place addition - easily accessible shower with neutral tile

The ultimate in an accessible showering experience

Aging-in-place addition - easily accessible shower with neutral tile

Elegant curb-less shower for safe and comfortable access.

Aging-in-place addition - easily accessible closet

Generous walk-in closet with natural light, ventilation and organization system.

Aging-in-place addition - easily accessible closet

A place for everything and everything in its place.

Seamless access from the residence to the new secondary primary suite.

Seamless access from the residence to the new secondary primary suite.

Before Photos

Addition area - before construction
Addition area - before construction
Addition area - before construction
Addition area - before construction
Addition area - before construction
Addition area - before construction
Addition area - before construction
Addition area - before construction
Addition area - before construction
Addition area - before construction
Addition area - before construction
Addition area - before construction
Addition area - before construction
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