622 N.E. 98Th Street-Historic Home renovation and addition

 This addition and renovation project respects the architectural heritage of Miami Shores by maintaining the scale, massing, and materials typical of the area’s Mediterranean Revival homes. The design integrates new volumes that reflect historical precedents, such as clay barrel tile roofing, stucco exterior walls, arched openings, and traditional wood shutters. The symmetrical front façade and detailed entrance portico reinforce the formality and dignity of the existing architectural vocabulary. 

  The new construction includes a two-story volume at the rear, seamlessly connecting to the existing structure while forming an L-shaped courtyard layout. This new configuration allows for better use of outdoor space and integrates formal and informal zones. The programmatic expansion accommodates new living areas, a potential guest wing, and greater indoor-outdoor connectivity through expansive glass doors facing the rear courtyard. 

   From the street, the home presents a formal and composed elevation, anchored by tall, narrow cypress trees and symmetrical landscaping. The pedestrian gate and covered walkway lead to a prominent recessed entrance framed by fluted pilasters and a simplified entablature. Large grouped windows preserve the rhythm of the original façade while allowing more daylight into the public areas of the home. 

    The rear of the home has been transformed into a gracious courtyard that supports both daily living and entertaining. A generous set of stairs leads to a central patio space that serves as an extension of the home’s interior. Canopied glass doors open wide to connect the indoor and outdoor spaces, with landscaped planters softening the transition. The courtyard also interfaces with a circular pool area, blending traditional design with a modern lifestyle. 

     Structurally, the project combines new reinforced concrete foundations and wood framing with portions of the existing structure retained and reinforced. Construction methods used include masonry block wall, new slab overlays, and code-compliant structural tie-ins. Special attention has been given to lateral bracing and uplift resistance for the two-story volume, adhering to Florida Building Code (FBC 2020) and Miami-Dade HVHZ (High Velocity Hurricane Zone) requirements