Bucks County Live/Work Renovation: From Mixed-Use to Modern Luxury

Do you ever find yourself playing that game in your mind—“If this was my house, what would I change?” I play it every time I see a property with untapped potential, and this one in scenic Pipersville, PA has my imagination running wild. What’s now a mixed-use property could become a luxury live/work retreat right here in Bucks County.

At Revival Building Group, we strive to keep an open mind and think outside the box to deliver excellence to our clients. With land being in short supply in our beautiful county, we’re seeing more and more of our clients looking for these diamonds in the rough. We’re here to transform a house on the market into the home you can see yourself thriving in for years to come. Let us paint this renovation picture for you.  

Why This property Caught Our Eye

📍7078 Easton Rd, Pipersville PA 18947 | Source: Realtor.com

Property front showing home and workshop before exterior renovation

*Revival is not affiliated with the listing agent or the brokerage representing this home

Wide-angle view of Bucks County home and detached garage before renovation

🛏 3 Bed | 🛁 1.5 Bath | 📐 1,262 sq ft | Listed at $630,000

What stands out for this home:

·       A 2,200 sq ft detached shop building—perfect for a creative business, studio, or workshop (….my brain is firing on all cylinders here with the possibilities 🤯)

·       A mini barn and three-season porch

·       Over an acre of land with privacy and character

·       C2 mixed-use zoning, giving buyers a wide range of possibilities

The current setup is practical, but the potential here is huge. This property could evolve into your own slice of Bucks County paradise after a well considered renovation.

With a lower price tag than the average Bucks County real estate and some thoughtful updates already done, you can make some simple changes that would dramatically impact your life in this home without breaking your bank.

Step 1: Open Up the Living Space

Right now, the home’s floor plan is somewhat compartmentalized. By removing select interior walls, we can create a bright open-concept kitchen, dining, and living area—ideal for entertaining and for the modern flow today’s buyers want.

A reimagined kitchen could feature:

·       A large center island with seating

·       High-end appliances

·       Quartz or natural stone counters

·       Custom cabinetry for both beauty and function

·       Expanded sightlines to the backyard

Step 2: Add a Full Second Bathroom

With only 1.5 bathrooms, the home may be a tough sell for families or those wanting guest accommodations. We’d propose:

·       Converting underused space into a luxury second full bath

·       Including a walk-in shower or soaking tub

·       Matching finishes with the kitchen update for a cohesive look

This upgrade alone can significantly increase the home’s appeal and resale value.

Step 3: Elevate the Detached Shop Building

The 2,200 sq ft shop is the wildcard here—the feature that makes this property a true live/work contender. Renovation ideas include:

·       Fully insulating and adding HVAC

·       Upgrading lighting and flooring

·       Adding a small kitchenette and half bath for workday convenience ⬅️ game changer

·       Creating a flexible design so it can be a workshop, art studio, office, gym, or even rentable space…the world is your oyster with this one

art studio use for detached mixed use shop
home office use for detached mixed use shop
potential mixed use yoga studio and library space

Optional Changes 

Those changes alone can increase the resale value and offer you the upgrades you are looking for in your dream home. Here are a few other ideas that can elevate the space even more:

Connect Indoor & Outdoor Living

·      Install large glass doors from the main living space to the backyard for seamless indoor-outdoor living

·      Design an outdoor oasis with a stone patio, firepit, or lush garden beds

·      Boost curb appeal with rich-toned siding, a modern roof, and layered landscaping for privacy

Final Vision

Before and after view of home renovation concept in Bucks County PA

*All Revival renderings are hypothetical and provided for conceptual purposes only.

If you close your eyes, can you see it? A one-of-a-kind Bucks County property where you can live, work, and entertain in style—without sacrificing comfort or future value. We specialize in finding these hidden gems and turning them into the dream homes our clients imagined. Ready to start your search and transformation? Let’s talk about your vision.

Side-by-side comparison of Bucks County home exterior before and after modern renovation rendering

*All Revival Building Group renovation ideas or renderings shared are hypothetical and intended to demonstrate potential value-add strategies

*Disclaimer* The property featured in this post is used for illustrative purposes only. Revival is not affiliated with the listing agent or the brokerage representing this home. All renovation ideas shared are hypothetical and intended to demonstrate potential value-add strategies for similar properties in Bucks County. Although the author holds a real estate license in Pennsylvania, this post does not constitute a real estate listing or professional real estate advice.