See how a 1950s St. Louis Park rambler got a modern facelift

Gallery: Peterssen/Keller designed a cedar centerpiece that wraps around a double skylight, then continues down the wall to form built-in bookshelves. .

Gallery: The rambler's refreshed exterior mixes cedar shiplap siding and stucco with the existing stone.

Gallery: The “before” exterior had vinyl siding.

Gallery: Homeowners Jill and Robert Prevost and their children Griffin and Siena inside the revived 1950s rambler.

Gallery: The new floor plan included removing a closet to open up the sightlines and living areas.

Gallery: The 1950s rambler’s revamped open spaces are accented with a palette of steel and wood, transforming the plain-Jane house into a cool midcentury modern abode.

Gallery: A painting by local artist Leon Hushcha adds vibrant color above the original Kasota stone fireplace.

Gallery: The family gained a mudroom and pantry thanks to one of the back-of-the-house additions.

Gallery: A previous owner’s remodeled kitchen with a concrete island top set the stage for the next phase of updates.

Gallery: The second addition holds the owner's suite with a walk-in closet and bathroom. The custom walnut bed and nightstand match the walnut floors.

Gallery: The simple and serene owner's bathroom features heated floors and double sinks.

Gallery: Griffin and Siena Prevost love to play in the open spaces of their revived 1950s rambler.

Gallery: The blue painted door stands out in the front entry. A sleek steel Corten wall borders the sidewalk.

Gallery: The two back-of-the-house additions: the owners’ suite is on the right and the laundry and mudroom are on the far left.

Gallery: Another backyard view of the cedar-sided home with the patio.

Gallery: The basement was updated and refreshed with white paint covering the dark knotty pine paneling and new carpet.

Gallery: Gabriel Keller, Peterssen/Keller Architecture.

Gallery: Lars Peterssen, Peterssen/Keller Architecture.