![Architecture firm EL Studios, has recently completed the modern remodel of a three-story row house from the 1880s.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/modern-remodel-interior-design-011121-1203-01a.jpg)
Architecture firm EL Studios, has recently completed the modern remodel of a three-story row house from the 1880s that’s located in the historic Dupont Circle neighborhood of Washington, D.C.
Before we take a look at the remodeled interior, here’s a view of the painted brick exterior and front door.
![A home with a brick exterior was painted to give it a fresh update.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/remodeled-house-front-door-exterior-311021-934-01.jpg)
Here’s a look at the interior BEFORE the remodel…
![The before photos of a modern interior remodel.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/interior-before-remodel-311021-1143-01a.jpg)
![The before photos of a modern interior remodel.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/interior-before-remodel-311021-1143-02a.jpg)
The renovation focused on rethinking and optimizing the existing elements of the home. Various areas of the home were relocated within the existing house footprint to create a more livable area with greater connections to the outdoors. The living area shifted to be adjacent to the rear garden wall so the parents could keep a watchful eye on their children at play, while the dining area now provides a separation between the kitchen and living room.
![A modern and open plan kitchen and dining area with wood floors.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/remodeled-home-interior-311021-1151-01.jpg)
![A modern and open plan kitchen and dining area with wood floors.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/modern-open-plan-dining-room-311021-1135-01.jpg)
The kitchen shifted to the street frontage, engaging an existing bay window as a window seat for family mealtimes. The new kitchen includes blue and white cabinets, gray countertops and backsplash, and a wood island with seating.
![The before photos of a kitchen remodel.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/dark-kitchen-before-remodel-311021-1152-01.jpg)
![This modern kitchen includes blue and white cabinets, gray countertops and backsplash, and a wood island with seating.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/remodeled-modern-kitchen-with-island-311021-1153-01.jpg)
![This modern kitchen includes blue and white cabinets, gray countertops and backsplash, and a wood island with seating.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/remodeled-modern-kitchen-with-island-311021-1153-02.jpg)
![The before photos of a breakfast nook.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/breakfast-nook-before-311021-1137-01.jpg)
![A modern built-in breakfast nook with upholstered benches.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/modern-breakfast-nook-311021-1138-01.jpg)
Excess elements were stripped away, and one example of this is the staircase, where the handrails and intricate details were removed and replaced by a simple flat facade, and colorful pink handrails were added. The backdrop for the stairs has also transformed from raw brick to painted brick, adding a sense of brightness to the space.
![The before photos of a remodeled staircase.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/stairs-before-remodel-311021-1142-01.jpg)
![A modern remodeled staircase with a white painted brick wall backdrop.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/modern-remodeled-stairs-311021-1142-01.jpg)
Existing skylights on the third floor remained, with a new master suite sculpted around them.
![An updated skylight.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/remodeled-skylight-311021-1141-01.jpg)
The remodeled bedroom has had the dark walls and bulkhead removed, which were replaced by bright white walls, and a home office by the windows.
![The before photo of a bedroom remodel.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/remodeled-bedroom-before-311021-1147-01.jpg)
![A bright bedroom with high ceilings and a home office by the windows.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/remodeled-bedroom-311021-1148-01.jpg)
The vanity and wardrobe space also boast fun hanging elements and colorful walls to create a playful space. The dressing room wardrobe, which is sort of floating/ freestanding in the master suite is custom linoleum-fronted cabinets, designed very specifically to their clothing storage needs and adapted to the exact sit
![The vanity and wardrobe space of this modern bedroom boast fun hanging elements and colorful walls to create a playful space.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/remodeled-bedroom-closet-311021-1148-.jpg)
There is also a custom concrete-counter dressing area that seamlessly bleeds into the windowsill for extra surface area.
![A custom concrete-counter dressing area that seamlessly bleeds into the windowsill for extra surface area.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/remodeled-bedroom-makeup-vanity-311021-1148-01.jpg)
In one of the remodeled bathrooms, a dark countertop with dark wood vanity has been replaced with a white countertop and vanity. The formally dark shower with gray tiles now has lighter gray tiles and a built-in bathtub.
![The before photos of a remodeled bathroom.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/bathroom-before-remodel-311021-949-02.jpg)
![A modern bathroom with a light wood vanity, white countertop, and a shower/bath lined with square gray tiles.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/remodeled-modern-bathroom-double-vanity-wood-311021-952-01.jpg)
In a second bathroom, the bathroom has been expanded. The dark vanity has been replaced by a bright white floating vanity, while in the shower, light-colored tiles line the walls and a wood floor adds a natural element.
![The before photos of a remodeled bathroom.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/bathroom-before-remodel-311021-949-01.jpg)
![A modern bathroom with a floating white vanity, a walk-in shower with wood floor, and black accents.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/remodeled-modern-bathroom-311021-1131-01.jpg)
![A modern bathroom with a floating white vanity, a walk-in shower with wood floor, and black accents.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/remodeled-bathroom-311021-1132-01.jpg)
Also included in the remodel is a new laundry area, that’s located at the bottom of the stairs in the basement.
![A new laundry area in a former closet in the basement.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/modern-laundry-311021-1133-01.jpg)