Franklin
Franklin
La Crescenta, California
A PROJECT BY
PMK Development
Franklin Residence – La Crescenta, CA
This project involved a strategic addition and interior remodel designed to enhance functionality, natural light, and overall livability of an existing single-family residence in La Crescenta.
The scope included a rear kitchen expansion of approximately 137 square feet along with a new front entry addition, allowing for a more defined arrival experience and improved interior flow. The work also encompassed a comprehensive interior reconfiguration, tying new and existing spaces together seamlessly.
In addition to the spatial improvements, the project required structural modifications, roofline integration, and exterior updates to maintain architectural consistency across the home.
WHAT WE DID
Scope of Work
Rear kitchen addition and layout expansion
New front entry element
Interior remodeling and space reconfiguration
Structural framing modifications and roof tie-in
New windows and updated openings for improved daylighting
Exterior elevation updates to match existing architecture
Mechanical, electrical, and energy compliance upgrades
Design + Construction Details
PROJECT TYPE
Extension
EXTENSION
137 sq ft
TYPE
Full Remodel
CATEGORY
High-End Residential
HIGHLIGHTS
01
Targeted kitchen expansion to improve daily functionality
02
Refined front entry creating a more defined arrival experience
03
Design-driven upgrades focused on flow and usability
04
Enhanced openness for a more connected living environment
05
Balanced integration of new and existing spaces
06
A cohesive result built for comfort and long-term use
BY THE NUMBERS
137
Square footage added
2
Key additions (rear expansion + new entry)
7
Core scope components executed
1
Seamlessly integrated home transformation
PROJECT OVERVIEW
PMK Development
A more connected layout, improved flow, and a seamless blend.
This project centers on improving how the home lives day-to-day. By extending the kitchen and enhancing the entry experience, we created a more natural connection between spaces while maintaining the character of the existing structure. The design blends seamlessly with the original home, so the improvements feel like they’ve always been there.
SCOPE OF WORK
What PMK delivered.
Rear addition to expand kitchen footprint
Front entry reconfiguration
Structural integration with existing home
Interior layout adjustments to support improved flow
Updated finish selections throughout key areas
Trade coordination for cohesive project execution
EXECUTION
Challenges, coordination, and approach.
Strong residential case studies do more than show finished photos. They explain the thinking, coordination, and project control required to get from concept to completion.
KEY CHALLENGES
01
Integrating new construction seamlessly with the existing structure
02
Minimizing disruption while working within an occupied home environment
03
Coordinating structural tie-ins with varying existing conditions
04
Maintaining consistency in quality from foundation through finish work
PMK’S APPROACH
01
Careful planning to ensure precise and efficient structural integration
02
Coordinated execution across all phases to maintain workflow continuity
03
Detail-focused management from early construction through final finishes
04
Hands-on oversight to deliver a cohesive and well-executed final result
APPROVED PLANS
Design intent before construction.
Framing the design direction so the scope is understood before progress and completion photography.
IN PROGRESS
Construction in motion.
Framing, integration, active site conditions, and craftsmanship — captured to make the work feel managed and intentional.
FINAL PHOTOGRAPHY
The completed result.
The finished home in a clean sequence — exterior, living spaces, kitchen, detail shots, and signature moments.
RESULT
A more functional and elevated home.
The result is a thoughtfully upgraded home that improves both day-to-day usability and long-term value, achieved through a modest addition with high impact.
By combining targeted square footage expansion with strategic interior changes, the project delivers a more open, functional, and cohesive living environment without overbuilding.
WHY THIS MATTERS
This is the kind of project that helps future clients understand not just what PMK built, but how PMK thinks, manages complexity, and executes quality work.
