Small Treasures
A character-guided infill home shaped for the evolving needs of a growing family
A 2024 HAVAN Awards finalist for Best Small-Scale Home, this character-guided infill gains rare spaciousness and light. Thoughtfully planned for the evolving needs of a young family, it soon became their preferred residence.
Story
Discover how thoughtful massing, proportion, and light transformed an infill designed for rental use into a refined, full-time home for a growing family.
Built
2023
Size
1171
Beds
2
Baths
1.5
Lot Size
33 x 122 ft.
This project began as a rental-focused infill, but its generous light, circulation, and thoughtful layout reshaped expectations. Once complete, the young family- newborn in hand -chose to move from their main house into this home instead. It stands as a clear example of how well-designed missing-middle housing can support real families as their lives evolve.
Key Features
- Finalist for the 2024 HAVAN Awards – Best Small-Scale Home
- Additional floor area unlocked through the site’s character merit, enabling a more functional full-home layout
- A bright open-concept main level supporting natural family flow
- Material continuity - the exterior cladding and detailing were selected to complement and visually align with the existing character home
- Large windows and French doors creating a seamless indoor–outdoor relationship
- A ductless heat pump system, delivering year-round comfort, efficiency, and healthy air for the newborn and parents
- An attached garage, offering day-to-day convenience -easy grocery runs, secure storage, and a direct connection into the home
- Proof of concept: the “secondary home” became the family’s preferred residence