An oversized modern glass entry door and sidelight by Jeld Wen transform the old dark entry way. Light slots through the stair wall add another light source. The custom aluminum laser-cut screen acts as a stair guard. Custom Precision Cutting:Advanced Laser & Waterjet Cutting, Santa Clara, CA http://www.adv-laser.com/index.html The design extended the entry and kitchen, raised ceilings and opened up small narrow hallways. Wide openings between the rooms facilitate interaction between kitchen, dining and living room Photo by Mark Pinkerton vi360