This authentic Sears, Roebuck & Co. bungalow was mail-ordered and delivered by local rail in the 1930s. The clients wanted to preserve the architectural integrity of the one-story bungalow. The project involved updating the interiors and expanding them to accommodate guests. A one-story guest cottage was designed at the rear of the property.

This arrangement creates an ensemble of the house, cottage, and existing one-car garage, all interconnected by walkways, low stone walls, and gardens that enhance the function and character of the property.

Rain chains extend from the patio’s large overhanging eaves, directing water to the ground instead of using downspouts.

The guest cottage is featured in our House Plan Sales.

Warrenton, Virginia

Exterior, rear of the existing Sears, Roebuck and Co. house before addition. Photo by James Hricko Architect LLC.
Exterior, rear of the existing Sears, Roebuck and Co. house before addition. Photo by James Hricko Architect LLC.
Exterior, Sears, Roebuck and Co. house before addition. Photo by James Hricko Architect LLC.
Exterior, Sears, Roebuck and Co. house before addition. Photo by James Hricko Architect LLC.
Exterior, rear of the house with the new addition. Sears, Roebuck and Co. Remodel and Cottage. Photo by John Magor for James Hricko Architect LLC.
Exterior, rear of the house with the new addition. Sears, Roebuck and Co. Remodel and Cottage. Photo by John Magor for James Hricko Architect LLC.
Exterior, guest cottage, view from rear yard. Sears, Roebuck and Co. Remodel and Cottage, after. Photo by John Magor for James Hricko Architect LLC.
Exterior, guest cottage, view from rear yard. Sears, Roebuck and Co. Remodel and Cottage, after. Photo by John Magor for James Hricko Architect LLC.
Exterior, detail of the covered entry to the Family Room. The supporting bracket recalls that of the existing house. Sears, Roebuck and Co. Remodel and Cottage, after. Photo by John Magor for James Hricko Architect LLC.
Exterior, detail of the covered entry to the Family Room. The supporting bracket recalls that of the existing house. Sears, Roebuck and Co. Remodel and Cottage, after. Photo by John Magor for James Hricko Architect LLC.
Exterior, dormer and rain chains. Sears, Roebuck and Co. Remodel and Cottage, after. Photo by John Magor for James Hricko Architect LLC.
Exterior, dormer and rain chains. Sears, Roebuck and Co. Remodel and Cottage, after. Photo by John Magor for James Hricko Architect LLC.
Interior, Sears, Roebuck and Co. Remodel and Cottage, after. Photo by John Magor for James Hricko Architect LLC.
Interior, Sears, Roebuck and Co. Remodel and Cottage, after. Photo by John Magor for James Hricko Architect LLC.
Interior, family room. Sears, Roebuck and Co. Remodel and Cottage, after. Photo by John Magor for James Hricko Architect LLC.
Interior, family room. Sears, Roebuck and Co. Remodel and Cottage, after. Photo by John Magor for James Hricko Architect LLC.
Interior, kitchen. Sears, Roebuck and Co. Remodel and Cottage, after. Photo by John Magor for James Hricko Architect LLC.
Interior, kitchen. Sears, Roebuck and Co. Remodel and Cottage, after. Photo by John Magor for James Hricko Architect LLC.
Interior, kitchen/family room. Sears, Roebuck and Co. Remodel and Cottage, after. Photo by John Magor for James Hricko Architect LLC.
Interior, kitchen/family room. Sears, Roebuck and Co. Remodel and Cottage, after. Photo by John Magor for James Hricko Architect LLC.
Exterior, entrance to guest cottage. Sears, Roebuck and Co. Remodel and Cottage, after. Photo by John Magor for James Hricko Architect LLC.
Exterior, entrance to guest cottage. Sears, Roebuck and Co. Remodel and Cottage, after. Photo by John Magor for James Hricko Architect LLC.
Exterior, guest cottage. Sears, Roebuck and Co. Remodel and Cottage, after. Photo by John Magor for James Hricko Architect LLC.
Exterior, guest cottage. Sears, Roebuck and Co. Remodel and Cottage, after. Photo by John Magor for James Hricko Architect LLC.
Exterior, front elevation. Sears, Roebuck and Co. Remodel and Cottage, after. Photo by John Magor for James Hricko Architect LLC.
Exterior, front elevation. Sears, Roebuck and Co. Remodel and Cottage, after. Photo by John Magor for James Hricko Architect LLC.
Site plan, Sears, Roebuck and Co. Remodel and Cottage. Image by James Hricko Architect LLC.
Site plan, Sears, Roebuck and Co. Remodel and Cottage. Image by James Hricko Architect LLC.

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