A Rework of the Heart of the Home: A South Abington Township, PA Home Remodel

Reworked first-floor layout in South Abington Township, PA

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VISION

This first-floor remodel in South Abington Township, PA reimagined a traditionally segmented layout for the daily rhythms of a young family with growing children. By removing an underutilized formal dining room, the home became a more functional, connected, family-focused environment built around storage, organization, and togetherness.

The former dining room footprint was reallocated to two high-impact needs. Part became a spacious pantry that expands the kitchen’s storage and workflow — groceries, small appliances, and meal-prep essentials all neatly organized. The rest became a dedicated mudroom designed with kids in mind: custom locker-style storage gives each child a spot for backpacks, shoes, and coats, creating order at the home’s main entry.

With the formal dining room gone, the kitchen and living areas opened up and reconnected into one larger, more inviting shared space. Dining is absorbed naturally into the open layout, sightlines improved, and natural light flows freely through the whole first floor.

The result transformed unused formality into purposeful design — a first floor that works harder, feels more open, and grows with the family.

Project Selections

Interior finishes begin with Wickham hard maple 3 1/4” flat stock trim, painted to match cabinetry in Glacier, paired with walls in eggshell Sherwin-Williams Repose Gray (SW 7015) and flat white ceilings for a soft, balanced backdrop. All moulding, doors, and sheen are finished in a painted Glacier white to maintain continuity throughout the home. The fireplace, supplied by Kozy Heat (Springfield 36), features a 35,000 BTU ember bed with LED lighting, a rectangular prairie screen front, ledgestone refractory, and black frame, complete with horizontal venting and full remote control. The surround is finished in Qualis Ceramica Alhambra gray 4×12 subway tile with Mapei Cobblestone grout, capped with a light maple mantle for warmth and contrast.

The front entry door is a Therma-Tru Craftsman-style unit painted SW 6258 Tricorn Black on the exterior with Glacier trim on the interior, featuring a 2-panel design with 6 lites and matching full glass sidelites. It is paired with a Century handleset (FC60 CEN 619 ELR KIN) and Eller lever in satin nickel, blending modern durability with traditional styling. Interior railings are Craftsman-inspired with square posts, stained handrails, and painted square balusters using Fitts FM4091 components, reinforcing the architectural character of the home.

The kitchen, pantry, mudroom, and family room fireplace cabinetry are all designed in Hancock Glacier, anchored by Cambria Colton quartz in the kitchen and Soapstone Suede quartz in the pantry. All surfaces feature eased edges and consistent hardware using Top Knobs TK704UM in mixed sizes for a cohesive look. The kitchen and pantry backsplash features Daltile Artigiano Italian Alps 3×12 tile with bright white Ardex grout, adding texture and subtle contrast. Kitchen plumbing fixtures include a Delta Woodhurst 8-inch widespread faucet in Venetian Bronze (RB finish), tying together the warm and timeless material palette.

Across the home, the design balances clean painted finishes, natural wood accents, and layered stone textures—creating a cohesive interior that feels refined, warm, and thoughtfully detailed while supporting everyday living.

Project Goals

Converted an underused formal dining room into a walk-in pantry and a kid-friendly mudroom with locker-style storage.

Opened and reconnected the kitchen and living areas into one flexible shared space.

Improved sightlines and natural light throughout the first floor.

Selected durable, easy-to-clean materials that stand up to active family life.

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About Perez DBR

Perez Design Build Remodel is a full-service home remodeling company serving Northeast Pennsylvania, focused on thoughtful design and quality craftsmanship. From kitchens and bathrooms to whole-home renovations and additions, we create spaces that are functional, beautiful, and built to last.

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Our Process

Our approach is simple and collaborative—guiding you from initial ideas through design and construction with clear communication and attention to detail. We prioritize transparency, organization, and a smooth experience so you always know what to expect.

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