Northstar
Residential Addition + Full Interior Remodel | Northstar California
Overview:
The Northstar project involved a major residential addition and full interior transformation within a highly regulated mountain community. The client came in without a clear understanding of the process, and Tradecraft led from the beginning, handling permitting, coordinating with the architect and engineer, and navigating HOA and fire department requirements.
What started as an outdated layout was expanded and rebuilt into a cohesive, high-performing home. From structural additions to full system upgrades and finish work, the project was executed as a complete transformation designed to function in a demanding alpine environment.
Scope of Work
Client education and full project guidance from concept through completion
Permitting coordination for residential addition and remodel
Design coordination with architect and engineer for layout and structural planning
HOA coordination for land use, exterior requirements, and approvals
Fire department coordination and approval for construction
Demolition of existing front structure and key interior living areas
New foundation work including excavation, rebar, and poured concrete footings and walls
Framing of new front addition including updated roof line
Full electrical upgrade including new 200 amp service and complete rewiring
Installation of new plumbing system throughout
Installation of new HVAC system and furnace
Drywall installation across new construction with finish matched to existing home
Installation of tongue and groove ceiling to match existing conditions
Installation of knotty alder interior doors, trim, and baseboards with stain and lacquer finish
Custom wood staining to match existing interior finishes throughout
Full interior paint across entire home
Installation of new kitchen, bar, and dining cabinetry
Granite countertop installation
Custom tile backsplash installation
Tile flooring installation
Installation of new appliances
Installation of gas fireplace
Full exterior roofing replacement including composite roof and flashing
Installation of new windows and front entry door
Installation of window coverings
Deck railing installation including metal hog wire system
Exterior landscaping to meet HOA requirements
Installation of new asphalt driveway
Full exterior staining of home
Execution
This project required coordination across multiple layers, including structural expansion, system upgrades, and strict regulatory oversight. Working within Northstar’s HOA and fire department requirements added complexity that had to be managed early and consistently throughout the build.
The addition was integrated into the existing structure while maintaining continuity in both form and finish. Every system, from electrical and HVAC to roofing and exterior detailing, was executed with attention to sequencing and long-term performance in a high-snow, high-exposure environment.
Build Detail
The project demanded alignment between design, permitting, and construction from the outset. With structural additions, system upgrades, and exterior requirements all in play, each phase had to be coordinated to avoid delays and ensure compliance across all governing bodies.
The finished home delivers both scale and performance. The expanded layout, upgraded systems, and refined finishes come together to create a space that is built for the realities of the Northstar climate while maintaining a clean, cohesive aesthetic throughout.
