Tahoe Donner
Full Interior Reconstruction + Structural Upgrade
Overview:
This Tahoe Donner project started with a client who had no prior experience navigating a residential build. From permitting through final finish, Tradecraft led the entire process—aligning design, engineering, and construction into a single, cohesive execution.
What began as an outdated interior was taken down to the structure and rebuilt to perform, function, and live at a completely higher level.
Scope of Work
Full interior demolition down to structural framing
Permitting support and project planning
Design coordination with client and structural engineer
Structural modification using a 22’ Glulam beam to open kitchen layout
Complete electrical system replacement
Full plumbing system replacement
New HVAC system including furnace and ducting
Installation of gas fireplace and custom fireplace wall finish
Spray foam insulation across exterior walls, roof joists, and crawlspace
Installation of new exterior windows where required
Drywall installation with Level 5 smooth finish throughout
Custom knotty alder interior doors, trim, and baseboards
Stain and lacquer finishing on all wood elements
Full interior paint
Custom kitchen and bar cabinetry installation
Tile work across all bathrooms including master steam shower
New wood flooring throughout entire home
Installation of all new appliances
Execution
The home was fully stripped to its framing, allowing every system to be rebuilt without compromise. A key move in the project was the installation of a 22-foot Glulam beam, which opened up the kitchen and main living space and completely changed how the home functions.
From insulation to final finishes, each phase was executed with tight coordination across trades to keep structure, systems, and finishes aligned from start to finish.
Build Detail
This project required coordination between engineering, permitting, and construction while guiding a first-time client through the entire process. Every decision was handled with clarity so the project could move forward without friction or confusion.
The result is a fully rebuilt interior that not only looks elevated, but performs at a higher standard across every system in the home. Projects of this scale require leadership, planning, and accountability from start to finish.
