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The Revere – A Bold and Maximized Modern Home in Lehi, Utah

Overview

The Revere is a distinctive custom home completed in the spring of 2022 by Lavender and Oaks, located in Lehi, Utah. Designed by Shadd Johnson Design, this six-bedroom, five-bathroom residence stands out with its bold color choices and innovative use of space on a limited lot. The home features a three-car garage, theater room, gym, play area, loft, and an emphasis on indoor-outdoor living. By incorporating striking design elements like a purple exterior with copper accents and maximizing every available square inch, The Revere showcases how thoughtful design can overcome spatial constraints to create an eye-catching and functional family home.

Project Goals

Maximize Limited Space: Efficiently utilize a small lot to include all desired amenities without compromising on aesthetics or functionality.
Innovative Features: Incorporate unique elements like a theater room beneath the garage and a curbless shower in the master bathroom.
Bold Aesthetics: Employ striking colors and materials to make the home stand out.
Indoor-Outdoor Living: Extend living spaces to the outdoors to enhance the home’s livability.
Sound Insulation: Ensure the theater room is effectively soundproofed to prevent noise transfer to the main living areas.

Design and Implementation

Exterior Design:

  • Bold Color Scheme:
    • The exterior is painted a vibrant purple, making the home immediately noticeable.
    • Accented with copper downspouts and a combination of black metal and shingled roofing.
  • Enhanced Outdoor Spaces:
    • An oversized front porch provides an outdoor living area at the entrance.
    • The backyard features another outdoor living space, promoting the indoor-outdoor lifestyle.

Main Floor Features:

  • Open-Concept Living Area:
    • The kitchen, dining room, and living room are interconnected to maximize space.
    • The living room features a two-story ceiling, opening up to the loft and hallway above.
  • Kitchen Design:
    • Black cabinetry complements the copper accents, tying the exterior and interior aesthetics together.
  • Office and Reading Area:
    • A dedicated office is located just off the entryway for convenience.
      • A cozy reading area adjacent to a wine cellar offers a relaxing retreat with views of the natural surroundings.

Upper Floor Features:

  • Master Suite:
    • Positioned to take advantage of valley views, with a freestanding tub placed over the main entryway windows.
    • The master bathroom includes a curbless walk-in shower, requiring specialized floor framing adjustments during construction.
    • Marble flooring extends from the bathroom into the walk-in closet, which connects directly to the laundry room.
  • Laundry Room:
    • Features green cabinetry and ample windows for natural light, making the space bright and inviting.
  • Loft and Bedrooms:
    • The loft area overlooks the living room, enhancing the home’s open feel.
    • Two additional bedrooms are accessible from the loft.

Basement Features:

  • Theater Room:
    • Located beneath the two-car garage to maximize space.
    • Constructed using a steel beam and metal deck system instead of traditional precast slabs.
    • Exceptional sound insulation ensures minimal noise transfer; during the Parade of Homes, “Top Gun” played at 50% volume without being heard from the kitchen.
  • Entertainment Area:
    • The theater room opens to a mini kitchenette and game area, creating a comprehensive entertainment zone.
  • Gym:
    • Situated under the back patio, efficiently using space that might otherwise be overlooked.

Construction Techniques:

  • Innovative Garage Construction:
    • The garage above the theater room uses a steel beam and metal deck system to support the weight while providing the necessary space below.
  • Structural Adjustments:
    • Modified engineering plans to accommodate the curbless shower by adjusting floor framing, lowering joists in that area.

Challenges and Solutions:

  • Limited Lot Size:
    • Challenge: Designing a spacious, feature-rich home on a small lot.
    • Solution: Maximized the use of vertical space with a two-story living room and loft, utilized underused spaces (like beneath the garage and patio), and carefully planned room layouts to include all desired amenities.
  • Theater Room Placement:
    • Challenge: Incorporating a theater room without sufficient space on the main floors.
    • Solution: Placed the theater room under the two-car garage using a specialized construction method, effectively using space that is often neglected.
  • Soundproofing:
    • Challenge: Preventing sound from the theater room from disturbing other parts of the house.
    • Solution: Employed advanced insulation techniques to ensure excellent sound dampening, allowing for high-volume audio without impacting upstairs living areas.
  • Engineering Adjustments:
    • Challenge: Implementing a curbless shower required changes to standard floor framing.
    • Solution: Collaborated with engineers to lower floor joists in the shower area, ensuring proper drainage and a seamless floor transition.

Outcome

The Revere successfully achieves its goal of being an eye-catching home that maximizes every inch of available space. Despite the limited lot size, the design includes a wealth of features typically found in larger homes. The bold exterior draws attention, while the thoughtful interior layout provides functionality and comfort. The home’s unique aspects, such as the theater room under the garage and the curbless shower, showcase innovative solutions to design challenges. The Revere not only meets but exceeds expectations, offering a luxurious living experience without compromising due to lot constraints.

Key Features Recap

  • Total Square Footage: Not specified.
  • Location: Lehi, Utah; completed in spring 2022.
  • Bedrooms and Bathrooms:
    • Six bedrooms.
    • Five bathrooms.
  • Exterior:
    • Purple exterior paint with copper downspouts.
    • Black metal and shingled roofing.
    • Expanded front porch and backyard outdoor living areas.
  • Main Floor:
    • Open-concept kitchen, dining, and living room.
    • Black kitchen cabinetry with copper accents.
    • Reading area adjacent to a wine cellar.
    • Office located off the entryway.
  • Upper Floor:
    • Master suite with freestanding tub overlooking the valley.
    • Curbless walk-in shower with specialized floor framing.
    • Marble flooring extending into the walk-in closet.
    • Laundry room with green cabinetry and ample natural light.
    • Loft area overlooking the living room.
    • Two additional bedrooms accessible from the loft.
  • Basement:
    • Theater room located under the two-car garage using steel beam and metal deck construction.
    • Exceptional sound insulation in the theater room.
    • Mini kitchenette and game area adjacent to the theater.
    • Gym located under the back patio.
  • Garage:
    • Three-car garage, with two cars above the theater room.
  • Unique Features:
    • Maximized use of space, utilizing areas under the garage and patio.
    • Innovative construction techniques for specialized spaces.
    • Bold color scheme integrating exterior and interior design elements.

Conclusion

The Revere exemplifies Shadd Johnson Design’s ability to overcome spatial limitations through innovative design and creative problem-solving. By embracing bold aesthetics and maximizing every available space, the home provides a luxurious and functional environment for its residents. The collaboration with Lavender and Oaks resulted in a residence that not only meets the client’s needs but also adds a distinctive architectural presence to the Lehi community. The Revere stands as a testament to how thoughtful design can transform challenges into opportunities, creating a home that is both unique and inviting.

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