I love "before and after" photographs of renovation work, like these of an entry hall shown above from the same perspective and how the light changes from the original image to the new one. "This Old House" has always been one of my favorite shows. It's not a bath or kitchen remodel I want to see or do, it's the full gut. When Norm pulls off some rotten wood to investigate and finds major termite damage; you know it's going to be a good project, or an opportunity as I like to say!
I was recently interviewed by Alyson McNutt English for an article called Renovating Historic Homes posted on Bob Villa's website. My advice to readers: “Document the process of your renovation because one day—many change orders and depleted funds later—you will enjoy viewing your scrapbook while sipping a nice glass of wine in your beautifully restored home with a smile on your face”. It's true and I speak from personal experiences.
According to the National Register of Historic Places, the definition of a historic home is generally at least 50 years old; that's a 1959 vintage property or older. The Drummond Street Residence is a 1951 ranch style home that is gaining new life, escaping from a fate of total demolition with a major renovation. I'll document the transformation and keep you posted on the progress; cabinets to be installed in the coming days.
Karen.
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