450 Hance: Mid-Century Ranch Reimagined

Location: Little Silver, NJ | Project Type: Full-Scale Renovation + Addition
Interior Design by DomaStyle Design

A Modern Ranch Revival with Style and Soul

This once-dated 1950s 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch was transformed by DomaStyle Design into a stunning, light-filled contemporary home—while honoring its classic California roots.

Sitting on a spacious lot with an overgrown yard, the original structure lacked functionality, flow, and curb appeal. Our vision was to preserve the charm of a ranch-style home while creating a fresh, modern layout perfectly suited for today’s lifestyle.

 

What We Did:

  • Full Gut Renovation: We stripped the home down to the studs and installed all new electrical, plumbing, windows, flooring, and roofing for modern comfort and efficiency.

  • Open-Concept Living: By reimagining the entire layout, we created an expansive kitchen, living, and dining area that flows effortlessly and encourages connection.

  • Vaulted Ceilings: Raising the ceilings added volume and brought in a sense of airiness and light throughout the home.

  • New Additions: We added a spacious 2-car garage and a new wing featuring a laundry room, powder room, home office, and a serene primary suite with custom finishes.

  • Kitchen Design: A chef-worthy kitchen with a large island was designed for both entertaining and everyday living. We also added a butler’s pantry to keep clutter and appliances hidden.

  • Welcoming Entry: A subtle front bump-out allowed us to introduce a foyer for better flow and a more welcoming feel.

Design Focus:

This project reflects DomaStyle Design’s belief that great design marries function with beauty. Every detail was considered—from flow and lighting to materials and cabinetry—to create a home that feels intentional, effortless, and elegant.


Let DomaStyle Design help you transform your space into something truly unforgettable—beautifully designed, deeply personal, and effortlessly livable. Contact us today.


Testimonials

  • Earlier this year, my realtors and I hired Michele Sprauer of DomaStyle Design to prepare our home for sale.
    After interviewing and receiving proposals from several top staging companies, we chose DomaStyle because of the quality of their proposal their competitive pricing, and their innovative “spruce to sell” services.
    Michele and her crew ended up doing an amazing job! They cleaned up a wide range of “blemishes” (paint, plumbing, electrical, wood work, etc),  staged our property with stylish furnishings, and made our beautiful beach house look it’s absolute best!
    Thank you Michele - I look forward to working with you again!
    Alan Lang
  • Michele was a tremendous asset and an excellent partner in the sale of our property in Hermosa Beach. She expertly supervised the repairs, painting, color choices, and needed renovations. She was open to suggestions, but also fully capable of deciding on a lovely vision she thought fit our home, and then she executed it flawlessly with sophistication and elegance. Everyone who came through during open houses raved about the charm and beauty of the home, and they all loved her style and presentation.

    Michele also worked with excellent tradespeople - which is incredibly valuable. You could tell she was a well-respected and favored designer by these skilled craftspeople because they would reschedule other jobs to complete her jobs first. That meant they did great work, ahead of schedule, for reasonable prices. Michele and her team all worked efficiently and cost-effectively, which was outstanding for us.

    Michele’s contribution was so much more valuable than the cost of her services. I would heartily recommend her to anyone selling today. You will be amazed by the transformation she magically creates.

  • Whenever anyone compliments me on the house (often) I just say the compliments go to Michele
    Bob T
  • We had a great stay at Two Buoys and a Gull! The house is spacious, bright and sunny with a comfortable setup that was perfect for our group of adults and teenagers.
    Debra T
  • Your decor is GORGEOUS and your house is lovely
    Jill G
  • …please tell me your secret to renovating and decorating so quickly. Tks :)
    Kathleen G