Urban Bungalow

A two-story house with wooden siding and black window frames, a front porch with wooden railings and brick columns, surrounded by landscaping including a tree, grass, shrubs, and a potted plant, under a partly cloudy sky.

URBAN BUNGALOW

Location: Chattanooga, Tennessee

Size: 2,500 SF

Completion: 2026

Contractor: Waters Holland

Interiors: Novel Works, Missy Locklear

Styling: Featherlane

Photography: 161 Photography

The client purchased a small urban lot in the popular Southside neighborhood of Chattanooga to be used as a second home. They wanted a residence that would reflect both the character of the surrounding architecture and their own outdoorsy and environmentally-conscious personality. A traditional bungalow became the model we used to discuss the features they desired. By providing a large and welcoming front porch, as well as warm exterior materials and architectural detailing, the home has a sense of timelessness often lacking in contemporary buildings. On the interior, hand-cast concrete sinks, handmade tile, reclaimed oak flooring, walnut cabinetry and stainless steel countertops create a rich material palette. A small courtyard between the house and the DADU in the rear of the property provides a private garden for relaxation and gardening.

A modern two-story house with gray siding, a garage, a red car parked outside, and a landscaped yard with pink flowers and green shrubs, under a partly cloudy sky.
A modern two-story house with a combination of gray siding and brick exterior, featuring a front porch with wooden columns, a garage with a blue car inside, and a balcony with people. The roof has gray shingles and a skylight, and the background shows a partly cloudy sky.