Located in a Kansas City suburb north of downtown the DeYoung – Thomas Residence is an existing split level home with a brick veneer facade. 

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Approximately 25-30 years old the home sits at the end of a cul-de-sac and has water infiltration issues created in part by an entryway that sits several feet below adjacent grade.  In addition, the previous owners added a greenhouse type glass element at the entry that the current owners would like to see removed. 

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The study looks at two major options  both of which involve removing the existing greenhouse element and providing a new roof element at the entry.  The first option reworks the sidewalk and entry access to make a more intentional response and actively deal with the water issues by utilizing linear area drains.  The entry door in this option is left at its current elevation.

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The second option examines raising the stair landing at the entry to create a better relationship to the surrounding grade.  In addition to the entry modifications  the study looks at holistic modifications the exterior to improve its appearance.​