With a desire to have a fresh updated living space for their 4,000-square-foot private residence in San Jose, CA, which also met the needs of their family’s evolving lifestyle, the homeowners sought the expertise of Sugimura Finney Architects (SFA), an architecture firm based in Campbell, CA. Completed in 2010, the remodel included an entire renovation and upgrade of the kitchen, family room, entry, master bath and outdoor patio — all within the existing building plan. A mix of materials, including a variety of natural stone and quartz surfacing, were incorporated into the design and contributed to the overall new look of the home.
“The home was no longer in keeping with the family’s lifestyle and was badly in need of a more current design style, technology and energy efficiency,” explained Gene Sugimura, Senior Principal at SFA. “The overall objective was to create more open, inviting spaces, and to provide better interior circulation with increased natural lighting opportunities and energy efficiency. The use of more sustainable and recyclable materials was accomplished by using Caesarstone countertops — made from quartz, which is one of nature’s strongest materials; Bamboo flooring throughout — gracefully tying in all spaces; and the use of natural quarry stone in the new prominent front entry, which was carried into the living room fireplace for more materials continuity.”