The Modern Retreat:

A full home transformation of a mid-century ranch.

This mid-century ranch in Burlington was taken down to the studs and completely rebuilt for warm, efficient, and thoughtful modern living. Working with Gabriel Stadecker Architect, Skipjack Building re-imagined layout, structure, and finishes to deliver a home that balances heritage and contemporary comfort.

Architect: Gabriel Stadecker Architect | Cabinetry: Stark Mountain Woodworking | Photos: Ryan Bent Photography

Open-plan living space with new full-height windows, replacing the original ranch layout to bring light and flow to the heart of the home.
Custom millwork defines the kitchen cabinetry crafted by our friends, Stark Mountain Woodworking in New Haven, VT, echoing the clean geometry of the original mid-century structure.
A streamlined kitchen reconfiguration offers hidden storage and integrated appliances while maintaining the warmth and scale of the ranch.
Every material, junction, and finish was selected to support a simple, timeless interior that will evolve with the family over decades.
The original ranch was taken down to the studs and rebuilt with modern insulation, systems, and structure to dramatically improve efficiency and comfort.
Large-format glazing and thoughtful window placement enhance Vermont’s seasonal light, framing outdoor views as part of the interior experience.
The original ranch was taken down to the studs and rebuilt with modern insulation, systems, and structure to dramatically improve efficiency and comfort.
The original ranch was taken down to the studs and rebuilt with modern insulation, systems, and structure to dramatically improve efficiency and comfort.
Finely detailed material transitions – oak flooring to brick herringbone threshold – mark the move from living areas into the new bedroom wing, re-imagined for modern family life.
The primary bedroom was reoriented for natural light and landscape views, introducing a sense of retreat and separation from common spaces.
Spa-inspired bathroom design pairs warm wood tones with stone surfaces, creating a calming contrast to the home’s crisp architectural lines.
Spa-inspired bathroom design pairs warm wood tones with stone surfaces, creating a calming contrast to the home’s crisp architectural lines.
Precision tilework and minimalist plumbing fixtures reflect the modern language carried throughout the renovation.
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