The article outlines a significant renovation of a late 19th-century brownstone by Jon Powell Architecture. The home's crumbling facade was repaired and adorned with Italianate details at the request of new homeowners. The project emphasized restoring original elements while incorporating the owners' preferences, as the area featured mixed architectural styles. Significant work included revitalizing the interior, updating electrical systems, and refinishing original woodwork. The entire facade renovation accounted for one-third of the total project cost, reflecting a careful blend of preservation and modernization.
The facade had been painted, there were moisture issues, it had a Home Depot door in a plywood surround," Powell recalled. More shockingly, he said, "It was an entirely different style of house.
The owners wanted to add more detail to the facade, and I felt like it was OK, since the block is not landmarked and the neighboring houses are "all different styles."
JPA did a full facade renovation, totaling one-third the cost of the whole project, including restoring the cornice and ironwork, while keeping existing windows.
Though the mechanicals were in generally good shape, they did a lot of electrical work, including removing recessed lighting not to the owners' taste.
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