512 Archer is a 1920s-Inspired Craftsman Bungalow, carefully restored & expanded to introduce modern conveniences while maintaining a sense of history. The original home built in 1926 was a 1500 sf bungalow located just outside the historic Houston heights neighborhood. The scope of the renovation involved completely gutting the house that was left in poor repair, all new interior and exterior finishes, antique doors and fixtures from the 1920s, adding a 2nd floor, porte-cochere, large covered screened back porch, and a covered carport. Hand-crafted cherry cabinets, oak & walnut trim, honed granite counters, period doors and fixtures create a warm living environment. With over 400 s.f. of covered/screened porches, including an outdoor kitchenette, nature is very much a part of the living experience. Every detail has been meticulously expedited, with an artistic eye. One of the larger, more completely remodeled homes in a redeveloping neighborhood, it does not outscale its modest neighbors but improves the neighborhood with quality, thoughtful construction.
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Now this is appreciable
Indeed it is a economical and traditional design of this project..i love it.
Nice view...
love this
Small house. I liked it.
Great home design. I am inspired.
Economic and creative design.
Nice looking bungalow with greenery! I like it
Lovely job!
Superb Work!
Excellent idea!
Different type of bungalow, I like it.