Buena Park Second-Story Addition

Single Family Residence - Second Story Addition & First Floor Enlargement in Buena Park, CA designed by licensed architect Mustafa Bdaiwi of MBARCHAA. A comprehensive two-story addition and enlargement project transforming a 1,045 square foot existing residence into a 2,972 square foot family home with enhanced living spaces and modern amenities.

Project type

Single Family Residence - Second Story Addition & First Floor Enlargement

City

Buena Park, CA

Category

Residential

Year

2024

Role

Principal Architect

Size

2,972 SF (1,045 SF Existing + 1,927 SF New)

Living space

2,972 SF including 350 SF balcony

Design approach

Strategic two-story addition maximizing existing footprint while adding substantial living space through vertical expansion and thoughtful first-floor enlargement

Program

Comprehensive addition project to construct a second story and enlarge the first story of an existing 1,045 square foot residence. The project adds 546 square feet to the first level and 1,381 square feet to the new second level, plus a 350 square foot balcony, creating a total of 2,972 square feet.

Design features

Two-story addition with strategic space planning, enhanced circulation between levels, modern kitchen and family room expansion on first floor, comprehensive master suite and additional living spaces on second floor, outdoor balcony integration.

Public spaces

First Level: Enhanced kitchen and family room addition (546 SF) providing modern open-plan living with improved circulation and functionality. Second Level: New living room (part of 1,381 SF) creating additional gathering space for family activities.

Private spaces

Second Level Master Suite: Comprehensive master bedroom with en-suite master bathroom and walk-in closets. Additional Bedroom: Secondary bedroom with full bathroom providing privacy and comfort. Total of 4 bedrooms throughout residence.

Support spaces

Second Level: Laundry room integrated into second floor layout for convenience. 3.5 total bathrooms throughout residence providing adequate facilities for family living. Storage solutions integrated throughout addition.

Outdoor spaces

350 square foot balcony on second level providing outdoor living space with enhanced views and natural light access. Integration with existing outdoor areas and landscape.

Structure

Two-story addition requiring structural modifications to existing residence, engineered to support new second level loads

Systems

Integration of new mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems with existing infrastructure, enhanced HVAC for two-story configuration

Sustainability

Strategic addition design maximizing existing foundation, enhanced natural light through balcony and new openings

Design challenges

Integrating new second story with existing structure, optimizing circulation between levels, maximizing livable space within addition constraints, coordinating new systems with existing infrastructure, creating cohesive architectural expression between old and new

Services provided

• Architecture
• Planning
• Construction Document Phase

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