In the next chapter of the Monument by Green Front video series, the transformation at 2315 Monument Avenue in Richmond, VA, moves beyond restoration and into everyday living. As renovation continues on the second and third floors, Den Cralle begins reimagining the private spaces that will define how architect William Bottomley’s Mediterranean Revival home is lived in for years to come.
Follow along as the primary suite renovation transforms a former morning room into a spacious retreat complete with a primary bathroom remodel, custom walk-in closet and improved rooftop terrace access. Discover a hidden wall safe uncovered during demolition and learn why Den chose to preserve it. Then head up to the third floor as original hardwood floors are revealed, bedrooms reconfigured and flexible family spaces — including a new family room and flex room — begin to take shape.
But this series isn’t just about construction.
It’s about creating a home that works for the people who live there. Den shares the thinking behind each decision throughout — from improving privacy and flow to designing spaces that can evolve over time. As construction comes to a close, he reflects on why the best homes are never truly “finished,” explaining how furniture, lighting, art and collected pieces will continue shaping Monument long after the last contractor leaves.
Whether you’re planning a historic home renovation, looking for primary suite renovation ideas or looking for ideas to make an older home work for modern family living, this series offers an inside look at how thoughtful design can honor a home’s history while evolving with the people who live there.
