Renovated Coral Gables home exterior with Spanish-style architecture, lush landscaping, and modern updates

Coral Gables Home Renovation

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Bird Rd, Coral Gables, FL

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Single-family home

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1,854 SqFt

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2 Bedrooms

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3 full + 1 powder

Project details

Portrait of Andres Garcia, Project Manager at Chapter

Project Manager

Andres Garcia

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Construction Time

6+ months

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Budget

$150-300K

$300-500K

$500K-1M+

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ROI Estimate

25-35%

Project overview

This Coral Gables residence underwent a full luxury transformation designed to expand living areas, modernize functionality, and elevate indoor-outdoor living, all while preserving its classic Spanish character. The renovation added significant square footage, created a resort-like outdoor space, and enhanced the home's overall sophistication and livability.

Modern Coral Gables home interior featuring Spanish-style architectural details, natural light, and contemporary finishes
Renovated Coral Gables home showcasing expanded master suite, modernized kitchen, and updated bathrooms

Scope of work

Master Suite

  • Enclosed front porch and expanded the master bedroom, adding 650 sq.ft. of interior space.
  • Created a true master suite with double vanity, walk-in closet, and updated finishes.

Kitchen

  • Fully renovated kitchen with modern finishes and improved functionality.
  • Added a unique pass-through window connecting indoor kitchen to outdoor kitchen.

Bathrooms

  • Renovated three bathrooms and one powder room.
  • Introduced Spanish-style colorful tiles combined with high-end fixtures for a luxurious yet classic Coral Gables feel.

Living Room

  • Enhanced with an open-space layout.
  • Installed a oversized sliding door for seamless indoor-outdoor flow and backyard access.

Electrical

  • Installed a new underground electrical system to improve long-term reliability.

Mechanical

  • Upgraded plumbing and installed brand-new HVAC ductwork throughout the home.

Design overview

Our designer integrated modern architectural elements with traditional Coral Gables charm, resulting in a balanced aesthetic of luxury and familiarity. The design features Spanish-inspired bathroom tiles for warmth and cultural texture, complemented by high-end finishes, clean lines, and expanded windows and doors that introduce elegance and natural light. The main theme is a balanced aesthetic of contemporary comfort infused with historic character.

Spanish-inspired bathroom with colorful decorative tiles, high-end fixtures, and modern design elements
Renovated Coral Gables living room with large sliding doors, opening to outdoor pool and entertainment area

Project goals

Project goals Expand living space by 650 sq. ft.

Project goals Create a luxurious, functional master suite.

Project goals Enhance indoor-outdoor connectivity.

Project goals Modernize interiors while maintaining Spanish charm.

Project goals Add high-value entertainment and gathering spaces.

Project goals Improve infrastructure for long-term efficiency and reliability.

“The scope of this renovation was extensive with a long list of updates, but despite the challenges, we completed every item with flying colors and delivered a result that exceeded our client's expectations.”
Portrait of Andres Garcia, Project Manager at Chapter

Andres Garcia

Project Manager

Kitchen

The kitchen underwent a full modernization focused on elevating both style and functionality. The redesign introduced contemporary finishes, cleaner lines, and improved layout efficiency to create a more inviting culinary space. One of the standout features is the custom pass-through window, which seamlessly connects the indoor kitchen with the outdoor entertaining area. This addition not only enhances the flow during gatherings but also reinforces the home's indoor- outdoor lifestyle, making the kitchen a central hub for both everyday living and hosting.

Modernized Coral Gables kitchen with contemporary finishes, custom pass-through window, and improved layout
Luxurious master bathroom with colorful Spanish-style tiles, double vanity, and high-end fixtures

Bathrooms

All three bathrooms and the powder room were completely renovated to combine luxury with the home's historic Spanish influence. The use of colorful, Spanish-inspired tiles adds richness, character, and authenticity, while high-end fixtures elevate each bathroom to a spa-quality experience. The master bathroom has an expanded layout and features a double vanity which is perfect for a couple's everyday routine, providing ample space for simultaneous use.

Throughout the space

Chapter executed a sweeping transformation across the entire home, beginning with the installation of new tile flooring to infuse every room with warmth and contemporary elegance. We maximized natural light and enhanced the surrounding garden views by adding enlarged windows and doors, thus creating a stronger connection to the outdoors. Furthermore, we delivered significant, unseen upgrades behind the walls, including new plumbing systems, a fully upgraded underground electrical setup, and brand-new HVAC ductwork. These foundational improvements ensure long-term performance, energy efficiency, and modern standards of comfort throughout the property.

Coral Gables home interior featuring new tile flooring, enlarged windows, and garden views

Materials & finishes

Close-up of colorful Spanish-style decorative tiles with geometric patterns
Spanish-style
decorative tiles
High-end modern bathroom fixtures with chrome finish and contemporary design
High-end
modern fixtures
Contemporary tile flooring in warm tones throughout the renovated home
Contemporary
tile flooring
Natural wood decking installed around the outdoor pool area
Wood decking
around the pool
Large-format glass sliding doors connecting indoor living space to outdoor patio
Large-format
sliding doors

Results

This comprehensive renovation successfully established a balance between historic charm and sophisticated comfort. By focusing on both visible design, including the modernized kitchen, character-rich bathrooms, and foundational upgrades, we created a home optimized for everyday use. Now, this home offers lasting comfort, an ideal space for gatherings, and a seamless connection to the outdoors, perfectly capturing the essence of Coral Gables living.

Completed Coral Gables home renovation showcasing seamless indoor-outdoor living and modern Spanish-style design

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