Micheltorena Home

Located on a tight urban corner lot in the heart of the Bungalow Haven Historic District in Santa Barbara, this renovation and addition were faced with the unique challenge of preserving historic integrity and providing the necessary space and amenities for modern living.  A 480 sq. ft. addition to this 1,085 sq. ft. home was achieved by expanding and finishing a partially exposed basement area. A stair was inserted to provide an interior connection to the lower level serving two new bedrooms, an added bathroom, laundry, and playroom. While maintaining the original master bedroom and bathroom, Blackbird Architects reconfigured the remaining upper floor to create an open living, dining, and kitchen space. Both interior and exterior detailing were restored to preserve this prime example of an understated 1920’s craftsman bungalow

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Exterior of a Craftsman style house with sage green siding and burgundy trim. Warm interior light glows through the picture window. Mature olive trees and the sidewalk as well.
Kitchen with vaulted ceiling and exposed beam and skylight above the sink. Bold orange professional range, shaker style cabinetry. Matching orange Dutch door leading outside.
Open concept living space with custom low-profile bookshelf as a room divider from the kitchen area.
A bright Craftsman-style dining area with a long table, two chairs, and a bench. Built-in cabinetry with glass cupboard doors, a small bar setup, and a built-in window seat.


Blackbird Team | Matthew Eastwood, Ken Radtkey, Adam Sharkey
Structural Engineer | Van Sande Structural Consultants
Mechanical Engineer | Mechanical Engineering Consultants
Contractor | Allen Construction
Interior Designer | Jessica Risko Smith
Photography | Jim Bartsch