19th century Craftsman flip

Project details

Type: Residential Renovation | Historic Preservation
Location: Amesbury, MA

Concept:
A neglected 19th-century Craftsman home is revitalized to honor its historical character while adapting it for modern living. The project aimed to preserve original architectural details while introducing contemporary amenities.

Design Approach:
Through meticulous research into the home's history and Craftsman design elements, original features such as woodwork and built-ins were restored. Modern interventions were carefully integrated to enhance functionality without compromising the home's integrity.

Key Features:

Restoration of original hardwood floors and moldings
Updated kitchen and bathrooms with period-appropriate fixtures
Energy-efficient systems discreetly incorporated
Color palette inspired by historical Craftsman hues

Area of site	1200 ft²
Date	2013-2016
Status of the project	Completed
Return on investment	108% after 3 years

The house we bought....

Original MLS Listing photo

Neglected original hardwood floors and floodlights in the stairwell

Full carpeted 11' x44" bathroom which was added later to the house when indoor plumbing became the norm.

Three season porch with storm windows only.

Waterlogged window with faded shutters

Front porch with inoperable sliding glass doors.

Kitchen with washer and dryer

Outdated unheated extra bedroom added at some point over the garage.

3/4 of an acre of untended land

The house we sold...

New decking to replace the inoperable front porch

Mudroom and garage entrance

Renewed Kitchen

Kitchen with view into dining room and pass between to the library

Music room above the garage

Living room

Main Stairs and powder room with library in the back

Full Bath

Bedroom and walk in closet

Functional three season porch

View from the Street