The original masonry portion of this 1030's River Oaks residence is being completely renovated, with a new modern thick wall masonry addition in the rear. The design takes full advantage of the small available lot. Covered parking is moved to the center shortening the drive and providing full turn-around on site. New common kitchen and breakfast areas link the existing front house with the new two story addition and provide separation between covered parking and long side yard and pool. Private activities are located on the second floors in both buildings, while public activities are limited to the first floor. The existing brick colonial is complemented with a new load bearing masonry addition with thick masonry walls and brick interiors. New modern windows are raw metal and set deeper into the facade with large divided panels of glass. Precast concrete lintels above windows in the new addition contrast the masonry lintels on the existing house.