A Bearsville Home Transformation by Evolved Interiors Design and Build

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Photo by Phil Mansfield.

It takes a keen eye for design to be able to look at an old deck and see the potential for a spacious formal dining room and porch, but that’s the kind of vision that Mari Mulshenock and her team at Evolved Interiors Design and Build bring to the table.

The Woodstock full-service design-build firm worked with a client in Bearsville whose home had a large outdoor deck that provided ample gathering space in warmer months, but didn’t have much room for indoor entertaining year-round. “The original space had a living room with an eat-in kitchen, but there was no dining room and no entryway—you just walked right into the living room when you entered the house,” explains Mulshenock.

In this Bearsville renovation, Evolved transformed a large existing deck into the home’s dining room and enclosed porch, while a new Zuri deck, lap pool, and outdoor shower were added outside.

However, the large existing deck was well positioned to flow into the existing interior layout, which would dramatically expand the square footage. To recapture the outdoor entertaining space lost, she designed a brand new deck for the rear of the house made with Royal Building Products Zuri decking, as well as a lap pool, and an outdoor shower.

“For this project, we were able to create two spaces out of one and overcome any challenges in creative ways,” she says.” For example, the old deck was on a hill, so we used metal helical piers to increase stability and make it more structurally sound as an addition to the house.”

The new porch has vaulted pine ceilings and large windows that allow for ample natural light. The dining room features a cozy custom cherry banquette with luxe emerald green velvet cushions and hidden storage underneath.“Designing the banquette and seeing it come to life was probably my favorite part,” Mushenock says.

Mari Mulshenock

As a full-service firm, Evolved is a one-stop shop for clients. Not only does Mulshenock come up with the concept behind the home transformations, but she has a team of designers on staff who are proficient in CAD architectural drawing, and the firm works directly with all aspects of project management—from obtaining permits to managing contractors, creating custom design solutions, and selecting finishes and decor.

“One of my favorite parts of this work was collaborating with the homeowner,” she says. “This project was a rewarding experience. We love to work from the ground-up and take on the challenging, one-of-a-kind aspects that bring an amazing concept to life.”

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