Allen Construction Project Portfolio | SPANISH MEDITERRANEAN

Project Portfolio SPANISH MEDITERRANEAN

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H I S TO R I C L A N D M A R K ES TAT E P R ES E RVAT I O N Award-Winning 1920’s Spanish Revival Restoration

“I’ve never heard of anything but nightmares with remodels but that just wasn’t the case with [Allen.] They handled everything like professionals.”

Project Highlights 7,200 SF HISTORIC HOME

- Dave and Erica C., Repeat Clients

This 1920’s Spanish Revival estate, designed by famed architect Arthur E. Harvey, was purchased by our clients with the goal of honoring the home’s history.

They have since registered it as a historical landmark.

The restoration of the property was a triumphant accomplishment for the owners and the project team.

In addition to restoring the home to its original quality, a major goal of the project was to make it Net Zero, where the house consumes only as much energy as it produces. Maintaining the original architectural integrity and historic value of the home, while bringing it up to and even beyond today’s energyefficiency standards, presented a unique blend of challenges.

The end result is a beautiful estate and historical landmark that will delight residents and guests for at least another century.

Partners ARCHITECT: Becker Henson Niksto LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT: Jim Melnik ARCHITECTURAL HISTORIAN: Judy Triem PHOTOGRAPHY: Jim Bartsch

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PERMACULTURIST: Connor Jones

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M O N T EC I TO S PA N I S H C O LO N I A L REMODEL Whole House Remodel and ADU

- Chris Richards, Senior Project Designer The Warner Group Architects, Inc.

Project Highlights 4,300 SF MAIN HOUSE 800 SF GUEST HOUSE/ADU

The home owners wanted to remodel and update this 4,300 sq. ft., three story, three-bedroom, five bath, Spanish Colonial style residence to meet their design aesthetic and make more space for entertaining.

This Montecito remodel included formalizing the main entry, some small additions, and all new finishes throughout the main house. In addition, new landscaping and hardscaping reflect a more formal garden setting. An existing 800 sq. ft. guesthouse/ ADU was expanded to add a 2nd bathroom and modify the floor plan.

The project features bold wallpaper accents, amazing high gloss paint finishes, and unique plumbing and light fixtures. In the end, the finished project brings the client’s vision and the architect’s design to life.

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ARCHITECT: The Warner Group LANDSCAPE: Earthform Design PHOTOGRAPHY: Kelly Teich

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“We have immensely enjoyed working with Allen Construction on this Montecito Spanish Colonial remodel. Their craftsmanship and open communication helped make working with them such a positive experience. Allen’s forte is in their relationships with subcontractors and their employees. And, their ability to work with those subcontractors and in-house trades to provide innovative solutions, knockout quality, and cost-effective pricing is what led to such a successful project.”

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A N DA LU S I A N ES TAT E SA N TA BA R BA RA Old World Elegance and Modern Comfort

“A spectacular blend of old world elegance and modern comfort.”

- Allen Construction

Project Highlights 7,635 SF MAIN HOUSE 482 SF GUEST-HOUSE 78 SF CABANA

This two-acre Andalusian estate, with spectacular views of Santa Barbara and the Channel beyond, features three new custom structures. Other lavish spaces include:

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An outdoor swimming pool and spa.

Private putting green and bocce court.

Outdoor kitchen and dining area Personal wine cellar.

Multiple terraced stone walls with drought

tolerant landscaping and three fountains.

• Motor court parking lot and three car garage.

An expert mason, using Santa Barbara sandstone excavated from the property, created custom stonework throughout the project.

Partners ARCHITECT: Kirk Gradin, Banyan Architects PHOTOGRAPHY: Jim Bartsch AERIAL PHOTOGRAPHY: Bill Dewey

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LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT: Susan Van Atta

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S PA N I S H C O LO N I A L R E V I VA L H I S TO R I C R E N OVAT I O N Award-Winning 1920’s Home Restoration

“Blending old world charm with modern touches on this 100 year old home was the perfect combination”

Project Highlights 5,000 SF HISTORIC HOME

- Allen Construction

One of the goals of this remodel was to protect the architectural integrity of the home, which was designed by Alexander Bertrand (Bert) Harmer in 1927 as one of the original 13 homes in the thennew Hope Ranch development. With the modest addition of 650 square feet to create a small office off the kitchen on the first floor and a second-story office space with an external stairway, the remodel improved the structure, updated finishes and brought life back to this almost-century-old home.

Four steel ridge beams covered with wood veneer, were added to the living room ceiling to support a new Spanish tile roof. New brass thresholds were installed in every doorway. The remodeled kitchen blends old (e.g. arched openings) and new (e.g., stainless-steel cabinets and appliances). Multiple small rooms were merged, and the ceiling raised to create a new dining area.

2015 NATIONAL CONTRACTOR OF THE YEAR

ARCHITECT: Peter Becker

2015 REGIONAL CONTRACTOR OF THE YEAR

PHOTOGRAPHY: Jim Bartsch

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H I L LTO P S PA N I S H M E D I T E R RA N E A N H O M E Thomas Fire Loss Rebuild

“We are so grateful to our Allen Team for their guidance and expertise throughout the rebuilding of our home. From the large scope to the minor details, our Team was professional, knowledgeable and supportive. Our Team has been a pleasure to work with, and we are grateful for their part in helping our family move back home!

- Tracy D., Client

Project Highlights 3,500 SF TWO STORY RESIDENCE 4 BEDROOM, 3.5 BATH

Partners ARCHITECT: Mica Beving, Beving Architecture PHOTOGRAPHY: Jim Bartsch

Beautiful Spanish tile details are present in almost every room of the home creating a unifying theme and warm atmosphere. Wood beamed ceilings converge between the living room, dining room, and kitchen to create an open great room. Arched windows and large sliding doors frame the amazing views of the ocean. A fire pit and outdoor kitchen on the lower level can be accessed from the family room or by a beautiful outdoor staircase leading from the great room above.

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When this young family lost their home in the 2017 Thomas Fire, Allen Construction worked alongside architect, Mica Beving to rebuild. The lot, while enjoying a beautiful view, is at an acute angle on a narrow sloping lane. It was far from a standard rebuild, as it was completely custom and required extensive engineering. The new 3,500 square foot, two-story, single-family residence includes four bedrooms and 3.5 baths with plenty of space for the family and entertaining.

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N E W S PA N I S H C O LO N I A L R E V I VA L Traditional Spanish Design

- Harry and Wendy A., Clients

Project Highlights 3,944 SF MAIN HOME 585 SF CABANA

This new, 4,500 sq. ft. home replaced a worn and outdated house on the property. The clients wanted a traditional Spanish-style home, with a pool and cabana. Open-beam wood ceilings and wide-plank oak floors give a sense of elegance. Large windows provide abundant sunshine and stunning views.

Quality materials and attention to detail define the home.

The main goal was to build the home within the clients’ budget. Accomplishing the design, quality, and finishes within this budget took creative thinking. Client interaction was key in this regard.

The secondary goal was to maintain the construction schedule and move-in date despite ongoing design changes. The clients’ willingness to listen to suggestions and do their homework regarding design and finishes was vital to the success of the project.

Partners ARCHITECT: Bob Easton AIA Architects PHOTOGRAPHY: Jim Bartsch

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“At the start of the project, Allen helped us determine a realistic budget that fit within our means and then kept us on track throughout the project”

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E L EG A N T H I L L S I D E R E M O D E L Mediterranean Style, Forever Home

- Peter H., Client

Project Highlights 4,700 SF MEDITERRANEAN STYLE HOME

Timeless elegance was the focus for this stately renovation.

The kitchen was gutted and updated with new hand-hewn, solid wood ceiling beams to match existing beams in the living room. The original master suite and two adjacent bedrooms were converted into a larger, more sophisticated master suite complete with “his” and “her” bathrooms, both of which boast barrel and groin vaulted ceilings. One of the original bedrooms has been transformed into a new, formal study accented by genuine leather flooring.

Because the owners love to entertain, a new, curved stairway leads visitors from the main house down to the expansive pool area. A spacious cabana, complete with bar and fireplace, is tucked into the hillside below the existing house. A greenhouse, raised beds for vegetables and a new chicken coop with a French provincial design are delightful finds elsewhere on the grounds.

Partners ARCHITECT: Thomas Ochsner PHOTOGRAPHY: Jim Bartsch

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“We really enjoyed the building process and we were a great team.”

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H O P E RA N C H S PA N I S H C O LO N I A L R E M O D E L Stunning Ocean and Mountain Vistas

Project Highlights 5,000 SF SPANISH COLONIAL

This 5,000 sq ft whole house renovation in Santa Barbara’s upscale Hope Ranch enclave includes a second story master suite remodel/addition, a kids’ wing, a rec room remodel, a full kitchen remodel, all new doors and windows, and a new pool and surrounding deck. A covered patio with deck above allows the owners to soak in the property’s stunning ocean and mountain vistas. Special details of this traditional Spanish style home include high open beam ceilings, colorful Spanish accent tiles on the stairways, dark hardwood flooring in some areas and terracotta tile in others, and custom wrought iron hardware.

The family, who relocated from the Bay Area, enjoyed close contact with our production team throughout the remodel process, thanks to our web-based construction project management software, daily photos and time lapse videos of key components of their project’s progress.

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DESIGNER: Shannon Scott PHOTOGRAPHY: Jason Rick

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ARCHITECT: Thompson Naylor

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S PA N I S H M E D I T E R RA N E A N CASAS Sub-dividing One Parcel into Three

- April Palencia Architect, Peikert RRM Design Group

Project Highlights CASITAS DESIGNED TO LAST

This one-acre property now features a trio of homes on three lots where previously there was only a single home on one lot. Surrounded by other single family homes in a neighborhood where vacant parcels are virtually unheard of, this urban infill project created the rare opportunity of constructing not one, but two additional homes.

The original home, designed by the distinguished architectural firm of Edwards & Plunkett in the 1930’s, underwent a complete remodel both inside and out and now features new interior and exterior finishes, reclaimed wood ceilings, custom light fixtures, stained glass windows, and a new three-car garage.

The two new homes reflect the style of the original home, only grander. Both new three-bedroom homes with additional study were designed with aging in mind and are equipped with elevator systems, fireplaces, balconies, and other custom amenities, all accented by open beam ceilings, hand-painted tiles, and dark hardwood floors.

Partners ARCHITECT: Peikert Group Architects PHOTOGRAPHY: Joseph Claus

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“Allen Construction brought lots of local talent to the table and always proposed a solution when a challenge arose. The team was friendly, experienced and reasonable; their work product is exquisite and speaks for itself. The client’s main goal was that every aspect of the home should be beautiful, and Allen Construction delivered more than that.”

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