Richard H. Driehaus Foundation Bungalow Awards

2008 Winners

Green Project

Winner - Robert mitzner

Using the existing footprint of the bungalow, Robert Mitzner transformed the attic space into a master bedroom.  To create a well-insulated space, Mitzner used high density foam spray with a high R-value.  Mitzner also incorporated a highly efficient space pack system and a tankless water heater into the bungalow.
 

Landscape Design

Winner - Jeremy zvitt

Jeremy creatively and resourcefully transformed a dreary and noisy backyard into an oasis featuring a waterfall and stream bed that courses around the yard. He recycled 120 feet of concrete from his sidewalk to create the rock outcropping and raised pond bed. A sculptor by trade, Jeremy used sanded cement to cover the concrete and hand-sculpted each rock. As a result, rather than highway noise, Jeremy and his family enjoy the sounds of running water and the song birds that the landscape attracts.

Honorable Mention - Anastasia and Frank glapa

Ten years before removing grass and planting native species was popular, the Glapa’s embarked on an ambitious project for their corner bungalow. The Glapa’s created a wonderful native woodland garden using their own compost and perennial seedlings as well as incorporating local materials such as granite street pavers and a recycled oil pipe fence.

Best Interior Rehabilitation

winner - DEnnis Scott and Thom day

Scott & Day created an exquisite and functional upstairs home office, library space and recording studio using the existing attic footprint. Energy-efficient skylights open and brighten the once raw attic space. The couple used period finishes and details, including lighting, hand stencils and a craftsman stair rail designed by Scott and built by Day.

 

honorable mention - Sara taub and Jason Taylor

With the aid of the HCBA’s architectural pattern drawings, Sara and Jason created a dormer addition that is spacious, light and airy, yet in keeping with the architectural character of the Chicago Bungalow. The couple looked to Frank Lloyd Wright for inspiration for the woodwork and other architectural detailing to create a lovely master bedroom.

honorable mention - sui ling martinez and jason froberg

Sui Ling and Jason inherited a kitchen that had been poorly updated in the 1950s. To start, the couple had a new stainless steel refrigerator and a restored 1930’s Magic Chef stove. Consequently Jason and Sui sought to incorporate many modern conveniences in their rehab, but offset those with vintage elements to create a functional, yet period feeling kitchen.

Best Interior Rehabilitation

winner - andy stees and cheryl olson

Andy Stees & Cheryl Olson inherited a bungalow with damaged plaster, painted woodwork, and a hidden stained glass window. Naturally, Andy and Cheryl wished to restore their home to its original luster. They began in the living room by repairing plaster, restoring windows, and stripping woodwork. During restoration, the couple discovered a hidden stained glass window covered with drywall on the interior and glass block on the exterior. The window was restored and is now the highlight of the room.

 

honorable mention - Rene and paul matsushima

The Matsushima’s transformed their painted fireplace into a stunning focal point of the living room. Further, the couple revealed and restored four stained glass windows that had been covered with drywall.