![A remodeled home that includes an updated deep blue exterior, a sloped roof, and wood accents, while the interior is now bright and welcoming.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/modern-house-renovation-201020-218-01.jpg)
Jeff Jordan Architects has renovated a 1960’s era two-level home, and brought it up to today’s living standards.
Let’s take a look around…
The ‘before’ exterior had a balcony that left an open area underneath.
!['Before' photos of a 1960's era two level home.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/house-renovation-before-photos-201020-221-02.jpg)
The updated exterior has a fresh new look with deep blue being the prominent color. A wood balcony railing travels to the ground, enclosing a small area by the front door, while above the garage, a newly raised sloped roof has windows that follow the roofline.
![A home with a deep blue exterior and dark wood accent.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/modern-blue-house-dark-wood-accent-201020-221-03.jpg)
![A blue home with windows that follow the shape of the sloped roof.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/modern-blue-house-corner-windows-201020-220-04.jpg)
The blue exterior travels around to the rear of the home, where there’s a deck that leads down to the backyard.
![A blue house with a deck that leads to the backyard.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/modern-contemporary-blue-house-201020-220-05.jpg)
This is what the interior of the home looked like prior to the renovation.
!['Before' photos of a 1960's era two level home.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/house-renovation-before-photos-201020-220-06.jpg)
After, a new entryway with a custom-designed floating bench and wood slats opens up to the stairs that lead to the main social areas of the house.
![An entryway with a custom designed floating bench and wood slats that open up to the stairs that lead to the main social areas of the house.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/modern-entryway-wood-bench-stairs-201020-219-07.jpg)
![A floating wood entryway bench with gray tiles.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/modern-entryway-wood-bench-stairs-201020-219-08.jpg)
![A wood stair railing and gate, and light wood floors.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/wood-floors-white-walls-201020-219-09.jpg)
Through the strategic removal of interior walls, the addition of a new soaring roof over the living space, and the inclusion of lots of new windows, the somewhat dark and confined house was turned into a bright and airy oasis set amidst the trees.
The wood accents travel through to the living room, creating a warm and backdrop for the space, while a black fireplace creates a contrasting element.
![A contemporary living room with a wood accent wall and ceiling, windows that follow the roof line, and a contrasting black fireplace.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/living-room-wood-accent-wall-ceiling-windows-fireplace-201020-219-10.jpg)
The remodeled kitchen includes wood cabinets, an island with a waterfall countertop, a white apron sink, and floating wood shelves.
![The remodeled kitchen includes wood cabinets, an island with a waterfall countertop, a white apron sink, and floating wood shelves.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/modern-white-wood-kitchen-design-201020-220-11.jpg)