A Coastal Haven Renovation in Fairfield County, CT wins 2012 HOBI Awards

Titus Built is honored to announcethat Titus Built was awarded with "BestResidential Remodel $750,000-$1 million" and "Remodeled Home ofthe Year" awards in the 2012 HBRA of Connecticut HOBIAwards. The HBRA of Connecticut HOBI awards are the most prestigious awardspresented in Connecticut for excellence in design, construction, sales,marketing and financing. Awards were presented on November 14th, 2012 at theAqua Turf Club in Southington, CT.
The Titus Built team had been notified in advance about the "BestResidential Remodel" award but the "Remodeled Home of the Year"award was not announced until the awards ceremony. At the end of the eveningthe team was excited and surprised to hear our name called as one of the GrandAward Winners. "Itwas a no brainer," the judges said. They were particularlyimpressed with the detailed craftsmanship of the project.
This project was for the renovation of a humble cottage with an ideal coast side location in a quaint beach community which was transformed into an exquisite three level retreat. a coastal haven A couple about to celebrate the union of their two families wanted to transform their simple 1950s beach cottage into an idyllic second home they could comfortably share for a lifetime. Because they were planning a wedding and a remodel at the same time, it was critical that the project run smoothly. The deadline for the home to be finished and livable was set for one day before their wedding. After their upcoming wedding, the homeowners planned to live in the home with their four children and large groups of visiting friends and family during the summer and other vacation times. They wanted their new environment to be a comfortable and luxurious retreat for themselves and their children, with surroundings conducive to frequent entertaining and overnight guests. As frequent travelers and connoisseurs of art, the couple wanted to express their eclectic tastes and interests throughout the home, with a focus on compelling architectural elements, unusual materials and interesting found objects. They wanted their home to evoke a classic Nantucket style suitable to its environment, with its own memorable character and detail. The couple hired Titus Built of Redding, CT, to create a design and establish goals, budget and deadlines. They were thrilled to move into their new environment, as planned, right after tying the knot! Upon opening the front door, one is immediately engaged by the stunning view in a design that captures the essence of relaxed and luxurious waterfront living. At the top of the stairs on the third level, a remarkable pair of antique doors graces the entry to the large family room. Imported from a church in France for the project, the nine foot tall doors feature distressed oak on one side and antique mirrors on the other. The home abounds with refined design details. Every piece of cabinetry and wainscoting was custom built, lending the home a solid essence of enduring beauty.
Front View of Harbor View Home Renovation by Titus Built, LLC The exterior of the home is a strategically planned marriage of desirable aesthetics and practical considerations.
Rear View of Home - Hurricane codes were mandated. While required for protection from strong storms, the placement and style of the hurricane windows were also designed to bring abundant light and circulation to the home. Titus Built
Ipe wood decking & stair railing. Ipe is an environmentally friendly, exotic hardwood that is naturally resistant to mold, fire, rot and decay; it is virtually knot-free with very little to no warping. View covered outside gas firepit.
The first level was remodeled to include a foyer, a mudroom, a powder room, a kitchen, a wet bar and an expansive space with dining, living and family/sitting areas. Every piece of cabinetry and wainscoting was custom built.~TitusBuilt
Every piece of cabinetry and wainscoting was custom built, lending the home a solid and memorable essence of enduring beauty. Kitchen cabinets were custom made in white oak with a limed wood finish by Titus Built, LLC.
Close up of custom kitchen cabinets which were handcrafted in their millwork shop in West Redding, CT.
The handmade family room Burgisser fireplace mantel was imported from Italy. The fireplace is a direct vent gas fireplace. http://www.recuperando.it/en/Pagine/Output/Out__Default.asp?IDArt=5984
Close up of wet bar - The first level was remodeled to include a foyer, a mudroom, a powder room, a kitchen, a wet bar and an expansive space with dining, living and family/sitting areas, all custom designed by Titus Built, LLC.
Custom Made Bunkbeds for Girls - The second level is where the family sleeps in a master bedroom and two bedrooms – one for the girls and one for the boys.
View from 2nd Floor Master Bedroom - The 2nd level also includes a master bath w/ a steam shower & heated floors and a hall bath w/ laundry room. The master bedroom is equipped w/ a lavish master closet w/ custom built oak cabinetry.
At the top of the stairs on the 3rd fl, a remarkable pair of antique doors graces the entry to the large family room. Imported from a church in France for the project, the 9 ft. tall doors feature distressed oak and antique mirrors.
The third floor cathedral ceiling has weathered barn board and exposed rough sawn beams. Custom built cabinetry holds entertainment systems and a small refrigerator. The room opens to an Ipe wood deck with stunning views of the water.
The third floor family room opens to an Ipe wood deck with stunning views of the water. The third level includes a family room, a guest bedroom and bathroom.
Architectural Elevation Drawings - Home features the latest innovations in home technology allow the homeowners to control every function in their house with their mobile devices.
Control of temperature, music, television, lighting and security systems can be accessed from anywhere, including the ability to view their home remotely from the home's cameras when a storm threatens.
Front view of home before renovation by Titus Built, LLC.
Rear view of home before renovation by Titus Built, LLC.
Titus Built Remodeled Home of the Year Award. L-R HOBI Remodeling Judges Denise Nott & Eric Miner, Jeffrey Titus, HBRA of CT President Elizabeth Verna and Vice-President Ken Boynton
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