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The historic Staunton YMCA building was renovated into loft apartments in 2005. After many years as a rental unit, the owners of this condo had a grand vision: to increase the historic character of the space.
The historic Staunton YMCA building was renovated into loft apartments in 2005. After many years as a rental unit, the owners of this condo had a grand vision: to increase the historic character of the space.
Many custom millwork details, a rich color palette, and a sense of whimsy brought new life and old charm to the space. The layout was reimagined with a bedroom removed to allow the living space to take advantage of as much of the views and natural light as possible, while a large utility space provides much needed storage and keeps functional elements out of sight. Vintage appliances were refurbished to function like new appliances, bringing back memories of the homeowner’s grandmother’s home.
Completed with Frazier Associates. Roles served: Project Manager, Lead Designer, Construction Documents.
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Historic Modern
A small, simple home in Staunton’s Newtown Historic District caught the eye of a creative couple relocating to the area.
This home was featured in Abode magazine and was awarded a Historic Staunton Foundation Preservation Award in 2015.
A small, simple home in Staunton’s Newtown Historic District caught the eye of a creative couple relocating to the area. The exterior, under review by the local Historic Preservation Commission, was completely renovated, while the addition of a small enclosed space and a rear porch added interest. Inside, partitions were removed to transform the small spaces into a bright and open modern living space.
This home was featured in Abode magazine and was awarded a Historic Staunton Foundation Preservation Award in 2015.
Completed with Frazier Associates. Roles served: Project Manager, Lead Designer, Construction Documents.
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Renovations
Explore how existing spaces were transformed with fresh purpose, character, and care.
Garage Conversion
Staunton’s historic districts are filled with unique structures waiting to be reclaimed for a new life. When a young couple set their sights on a dilapidated garage with a vision to transform it into a modern, light-filled home, a delightful design process ensued. Balancing between the historic guidelines and the need for light and egress presented unique challenges. The result is a joyful space that reflects the owners’ tastes and brings their vision to life.
This home was featured in Abode magazine and on the HGTV show “You Live in What?”
Villages at Staunton Renovation
The historic Villages at Staunton campus is the site of the original Western State hospital, adjacent to downtown and filled with historic architecture. A row of single family homes, originally constructed for the hospital physicians, stands out against a backdrop of larger buildings in the campus’s park-like setting; one of these is the newly renovated home of a retired couple.
The design process aimed to create a balance between modern amenities and historic details, while prioritizing accessibility for aging in place. At the same time, a historic easement placed restrictions on both the exterior and interior design. The end result is a bright, livable home that will serve the homeowners in this next phase of life.
Kitchen Renovation
This historic home in one of Staunton’s residential neighborhoods had been beautifully added on to by a previous homeowner, but the kitchen remained untouched. The layout was not ideal for a busy young family, and was cut off from the living spaces visually. The kitchen renovation resulted in a bright, open layout with beautiful finishes that brings joy and functionality to each day.
All projects completed with Frazier Associates. Roles served: Project Manager, Lead Designer, Construction Documents.