This project was especially intriguing since the owner wanted a highly energy efficient home with all the modern conveniences, but keeping the old-style furnishings and finishes. To do this, the interior of the house was gutted down to the just framing with nearly every interior wall removed and reconfigured in order to accommodate an open living environment. The home includes a master suite, full size laundry room, and a retreat room all without changing the exterior look of the house. The stairs were relocated for access to the upstairs offices and new playroom. All windows were updated with custom made retrofit Low-E dual pane windows. The existing interior doors and trim were salvaged, modified, refinished, and reinstalled in new locations. To support the open living space old barn beams from the east coast were cut to size then hand hewn and install with custom hardware to support the second floor, creating a large but warm and refined open living space. All the electrical, plumbing, heating and air were removed and replaced. LED lighting used throughout, tankless water heater, low flow shower valve and toilets, and a high-efficiency furnace were installed. On the outside a large addition was added to the back of the house and an addition two feet to the side. Custom siding was milled to match the existing 1920s siding. The two were then laced together creating a seamless match.