Photo Album: Multiple Story Addition, Columbia, Maryland

Loving their cozy home, Family in Columbia Maryland had aging parents who began visiting more often, the house started feeling uncomfortably tight. What had once been the perfect starter home no longer met their needs. They dreamed of a spacious bedroom for a ground floor In-law Suite, bedroom, and a dedicated master bathroom—places that would give everyone privacy and room to breathe. Unsure how to make it all fit without sacrificing the charm of their home, they turned to Starcom Design Build for help.   After assessing the property, Starcom quickly realized that expanding into the backyard was the most practical solution. Fortunately, the lot offered generous space, allowing the design team to add the much‑needed rooms without overwhelming the outdoor area the family loved. The new addition extended farther back than the original home ever had, threatening at first to overshadow the existing screened‑in porch. But with careful planning, Starcom aligned the new structure so that it sat nearly with the porch, creating a clean, cohesive flow from the main house to the outdoor living space.    Utilizing Pella Encompass Energy Star White Windows were installed in the bedroom, study, bathroom but also the 1 Transom Window in the Walk-in closet and 1 Storm Door for the Screened Porch. The Plumbing in Brushed Nickle were installed throughout the Multi Story Addition. Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP) was installed from the Design Center Selections to be used for not only for style but functionality in keeping the home clean and durable.    As construction wrapped up, the transformation felt seamless—almost as if the home had always been meant for this expansion. The family gained a sprawling master bedroom and spa‑like bathroom, plus the extra bedroom they desperately needed, all while preserving a good portion of their backyard for play and relaxation. Thanks to Starcom Design Build, their once‑limited home now fit their lives beautifully, restoring both comfort and balance.