Northumberland Whole-Home Renovation
Squirrel Hill
A Squirrel Hill whole-home renovation that opened up a historic floor plan while honoring every bit of original character — from stained glass windows to century-old trim details.
Project Description
This one was all about respecting what was already there while making it work for how people actually live now. Walls came down to connect the kitchen and living room, and in went a fresh kitchen with sage green cabinetry, a deep navy island with cognac leather stools, marble backsplash, and brass hardware paired with globe sconces. But the real story is what they kept — original dark-stained woodwork, stained glass windows, an ornate fireplace mantel with decorative tile, and built-in bookshelves that you just can't replicate. New door and window trim was matched to the home's original detailing, and wood stain was blended seamlessly between old and new flooring. Even the bathroom got a personality all its own with bold floral wallpaper and a dark wood vanity topped with brass fixtures. It's the kind of renovation where the old home and the new work feel like they've always been together.
This one was all about respecting what was already there while making it work for how people actually live now. Walls came down to connect the kitchen and living room, and in went a fresh kitchen with sage green cabinetry, a deep navy island with cognac leather stools, marble backsplash, and brass hardware paired with globe sconces. But the real story is what they kept — original dark-stained woodwork, stained glass windows, an ornate fireplace mantel with decorative tile, and built-in bookshelves that you just can't replicate. New door and window trim was matched to the home's original detailing, and wood stain was blended seamlessly between old and new flooring. Even the bathroom got a personality all its own with bold floral wallpaper and a dark wood vanity topped with brass fixtures. It's the kind of renovation where the old home and the new work feel like they've always been together.