Architects Bates Corkern Studio turn a1930s homeinto the neighborhood favorite by pairing timeless details with classic proportions.

They turned to architectsPaul Bates and Jeremy Corkern, and all agreed to a few improvements.

“The home was already very stylish,” says Jeremy.

Birmingham Cape-Cod Style Cottage Makeover

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“It just needed some simplifying and rescaling.”

“We designed the door to look like a pair of doors,” says Jeremy.

Chippendale-style shutters, rather than columns, give Southern flair to the entrance.

Notice the Details: A Generous Entry

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In time, creeping fig will grow to completely cover the base of the house.

Properly fitting and functional shutters finish off the dormers.

“Because these are away from the house, they had to be oversize,” says Jeremy.

Notice the Details: A Handsome Foundation

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Architect’s Advice: Paul Bates & Jeremy Corkern

Notice the Details: Correct Dormers

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Notice the Details: Overscale Lanterns

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Architect’s Advice: Paul Bates & Jeremy Corkern

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