Just how “funky” was the inside? Walls had been added and others removed. What had been the living room had morphed into a bedroom and the front bedroom was now a bath. Little remained of the 1920’s bungalow layout. But that was exactly the type of house Greg Rodda was looking for, for himself and his two sons that live with him half the time.

The end result of Greg’s hard work and vision is a unique mixture of post modern minimalism with select Arts and Crafts period details. He resurrected the front porch but with a bit of a modern twist. This he offset with period designed doors and side lights, thus returning the entrance to its original location. Inside he removed walls and 60’s wallpaper that was, well, colorful! In its place is a two bedroom, two bath bungalow with a huge open L shaped space that combines kitchen and dining/living rooms. Greg owns Concrete Ideas, a company that uses concrete in many creative ways including countertops. Most of the work on the house he did himself as well as making some of the furniture.

The end result is a space that reflects his style of living. But, as the pictures show, it could also be a showcase for his work and creative talents.

If you would like to nominate a neighbor or even yourself for Home of the Month, please contact us at: Amy Rettig jjrettig@tampabay.rr.com  or Beth Lindenberg at ehlind@verizon.net