Bald Eagle Island home undergoing major remodel – White Bear Press

WHITE BEAR TOWNSHIP The owner of 1 Bald Eagle Island is making substantial improvements to the property through use of his company, Landucci Homes.

According to Nathan Landucci, the remodel started as a window and siding replacement project with plans to replace interior cabinets, trim and floor coverings. As construction ensued, Landucci said he couldnt ignore the potential of the property and knew that everything in the home deserved replacement.

Stillwater-based Landucci Homes specializes in building and remodeling high-end homes. Its claim to fame is hyper-detailed luxury construction, making the choice clear to perform a full and total remodel/restoration of the home.

The restored home is going to be indistinguishable from a brand new home but even better, due to the robust commercial construction-grade materials, design and over-engineered components in the homes foundation and structure, noted the owner. This home is a real diamond in the rough, but not for long since the completion date is slated for mid-June 2018.

A full restoration of the existing structure is approved and a few changes are currently being proposed, which will add to the functionality of living on the island, he added. On Thursday, July 6, the Town Board is slated to review the following four proposed changes:

An existing basement foundation (south facing) is proposed to add a main floor and a partial upper level above the existing foundation so that it matches the house, also providing a more functional layout.

Three south-facing triangle windows are to be removed and squared off, enhancing the exterior elevation and creating a more usable lower level.

A front entry/stoop on the house is proposed where one previously did not exist.

An addition is proposed to the existing garage on the north side of the island for easier egress to the home from the shore, removing the current steep wooden ramp.

This fall, hydro-seeding of low fescue grass and wildflowers will take place on the steep slopes. There are also preliminary plans to replace the septic system within two years due to its noncompliance.

We are excited to put the home back together in a way that is more conducive to the times, Landucci noted. This house is a real beacon; its an important feature of Bald Eagle Lake and the White Bear area; so Im glad we are restoring it the right way.

When asked how he's enjoying island life, Landucci said, It's great; really private with nice views. Watching the sailboats is enjoyable and there's little noise.

He's using a barge to transport materials and trash back and forth to the property. Ramsey County granted permission last month to use an access on West Bald Eagle Boulevard for mooring the floating platform.

Read the original post:
Bald Eagle Island home undergoing major remodel - White Bear Press