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Spanish-Style Home Renovation Without Adding Space
AAHA Studio and Nickey Kehoe transformed a 5,200+ sq ft Brentwood home without adding square footage, creating a refreshed Spanish-style space that works better for the family.
In brief
AAHA Studio and Nickey Kehoe transformed a 5,200+ sq ft Brentwood home without adding square footage, creating a refreshed Spanish-style space that works better for the family. AAHA Studio and Nickey Kehoe renovated a 5,200+ sq ft Brentwood Spanish-style home without adding space, improving flow and preserving its…
Home Renovation Challenge
A 5,200-plus square feet Brentwood home needed a rethink instead of expansion to work better for its family.
Design Team
Harper Halprin and Aaron Leshtz of AAHA Studio, alongside Todd Nickey and Amy Kehoe of Nickey Kehoe, reimagined the home over two years.
Key Goal
The renovation aimed to refresh the home without losing its time-worn character, using terracotta floors and revived Spanish architectural details.
Mudler Innovation
The 'mudler' combines mudroom and butler's pantry functions in a single space, solving the homeowners' need for both without adding square footage.
Living Room Transformation
Arched openings connect living spaces, with a sculptural fireplace, deep blue upholstery, and collected wooden furniture balancing Spanish architecture with contemporary comfort.
Kitchen Reimagined
The kitchen features a sage-green island, terracotta floors, leather stools, and zellige tiles, creating a warm open-plan space for family gatherings.
Dining Spaces
A relaxed breakfast nook with built-in seating sits alongside a formal dining room, both reflecting the family's desire for a warm, lived-in home.
Primary Suite
The primary bedroom features a floral upholstered bed, vintage-style bedspread, and deep wood furniture for a collected feel.
Primary Bathroom
The primary bathroom includes an arched alcove with a freestanding tub, dramatic veined marble, and a vintage brass chandelier.
Balanced Approach
The renovation preserved the home's original identity while adding subtle modern touches, creating a space that feels both familiar and updated.
Final Result
The home now feels refreshed without losing its time-worn character, working better for the family who loved it for over a decade.
Client Satisfaction
The homeowners appreciate the renovation's balance of practicality and personality, creating a home that feels both familiar and updated.
Key Quote
The house now feels entirely renewed while still retaining the comfort and familiarity of the home they've loved for more than a decade.
“The house now feels entirely renewed while still retaining the comfort and familiarity of the home they've loved for more than a decade.”
At a glance
AAHA Studio and Nickey Kehoe renovated a 5,200+ sq ft Brentwood Spanish-style home without adding space, improving flow and preserving its character.