CONDO RENOVATION
LOCATION: BRIDLETOWNE CIRCLE
The Vision
After more than three decades in her condo, the homeowner wanted a home that felt refreshed without feeling unfamiliar. She was comfortable with the existing layout and wanted to preserve the way the spaces were arranged while making them easier and more comfortable to use.
A key part of the vision was preparing the home for the years ahead. The renovation needed to improve everyday functionality while also supporting aging in place, particularly in the primary bathroom. Better lighting, more comfortable working heights and thoughtful safety features would make the home easier to navigate without changing the character of a place that had been home for so long.
The Challenge
The challenge was finding the right balance between what was familiar and what needed to change. The homeowner had a strong attachment to the existing layout, so improvements needed to work within the established configuration rather than completely rethinking the spaces.
There were also several practical considerations. The existing kitchen counter was too high and needed to be lowered, while the kitchen ceiling had to be raised to accommodate the desired lighting. In the ensuite, the shower area needed to be modified to work with a raised drain.
The homeowner also needed support navigating the condo approval process, from reviewing the required documentation to understanding construction timing and the notice needed before temporarily moving out.
The Approach
The design focused on making targeted improvements that would have a meaningful impact without unnecessarily changing the home’s familiar layout. The kitchen counter was lowered to a more comfortable height, while the California ceiling was removed and the ceiling raised as much as possible to allow for recessed lighting and separately controlled under-cabinet lighting.
In the primary bathroom, the existing arrangement was respected, including keeping the vanity outside the enclosed bathroom. Safety bars were incorporated at two heights, and the shower was modified to accommodate the raised drain.
Golden Bee Homes also provided hands-on guidance through the condo approval process, reviewing documents with the homeowner in person and providing paper copies to help make the process easier to navigate.
The Details
The finished condo has a contemporary feel, with a consistent palette of updated materials and finishes throughout.
- Custom kitchen cabinetry and bathroom vanities
- Quartz countertops
- Luxury vinyl flooring throughout
- New carpeting in the den
- New kitchen and bathroom tile
- Custom glass shower enclosure
- New plumbing fixtures and bathroom accessories
- Recessed and under-cabinet lighting
- Updated bathroom vanity lighting
- New trim and paint throughout
- Safety bars incorporated into the primary bathroom
The Transformation
The condo feels brighter, fresher and easier to live in, while still feeling like the home the homeowner has known for more than 30 years. Familiar spaces remain in place, but everyday details — from lighting and working heights to bathroom safety — now better support how the home needs to function today.
Rather than changing the character of the condo, the renovation gave a well-loved home a thoughtful update, creating a more comfortable and practical setting for the years ahead.
