Here is a nice renovation project in Massachusetts from This Old House. I think you will enjoy reading about the project and viewing the pictures especially in you are contemplating remodeling a small home. The owners of this home lived there for a few years before they contracted an architect so that they had a good feel for what needed to be done. My favorite part of the renovation is the library (pictured above) built by none other than Norm Abrams. Click on the link to read the full piece.
This Old house

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