"Fantastic … really artful," said the judges of this…
"Fantastic … really artful," said the judges of this extensive renovation of an 1892 Queen Anne Victorian home.
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The deteriorated rear of the house, a 20-foot section, was repla…
The deteriorated rear of the house, a 20-foot section, was replaced with a three-and-a-half-story addition encompassing a master suite on the second floor and, on the first, a new kitchen, family room, breakfast room, side porch, and butlery, as well as a relocated powder room.
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The kitchen countertops are surf green granite. Architect David …
The kitchen countertops are surf green granite. Architect David Heide designed the cabinets for the kitchen and bathroom.
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Rooms are compartmentalized, as dictated by tradition, but openi…
Rooms are compartmentalized, as dictated by tradition, but openings were carefully arranged to create a sense of openness throughout. Wainscoting and various materials and casework echo details from the original house. The breakfast room's art glass window was relocated from elsewhere in the orignal house.
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Non-original French doors were removed from the opening between …
Non-original French doors were removed from the opening between the foyer and parlor, and the opening was restored. Other restored elements included tile fireplace surrounds, windows, flooring, and decorative stencil.
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Architect David Heide designed the benches and fireplace surroun…
Architect David Heide designed the benches and fireplace surround for the family room addition.
Challenge: To seamlessly incorporate modern amenities and create inviting, functional spaces in an 1892 Queen Anne. The four-story addition and renovation includes new mechanicals and refinishing of all surfaces. Key details: Replicated original wainscot; restored historic elements; custom-designed cabinetry, lighting, and trim work. Judging notes: “A really artful project.” “Beautiful.”
