The spacious porch area had become a haven for spiders and essentially unusable. Time for some remodeling!

First order of business: replace the front steps. The newly poured concrete stairs are rock solid on top of a huge footing. The homeowners had initially wanted the stairs clad in tile, but tile often pop during Seattle's freeze and thaw cycles each winter. Instead, we used thick Bluestone treads to bring some visual interest and a nice finish. New wood columns replace the crumbling brick with a style that just right for this home.

Bluestone tiles at the porch level continue the color and texture from the stair treads, and provide a nice waterproof surface over living space below.

Wrought iron railings finish out the look, and a newly poured walk and short stair by the sidewalk make the entry inviting.

The new porch area has windows on two sides, new structural throughout, and siding and trim to match the rest of the home. Proof that small changes can make a big difference.