2016 Heritage Ohio Annual Award Winner: 'Best Residential Rehabilitation Project' (530 Court St.)
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Armstrong Local Programming and Renew Medina
Renew Medina Episode #1--project introduction and house tour
Renew Medina Episode #2--window replacement
Renew Medina Episode #3--slate roof repairs
Renew Medina Episode #4--Interior Design Studio and interior plan and exterior finishes
Renew Medina Episode #5--Rescue Painting and color choices
Renew Medina Episode #6--Final wrap up of the project
Armstrong Local Programming and Renew Medina
Renew Medina Episode #1--project introduction and house tour
Renew Medina Episode #2--window replacement
Renew Medina Episode #3--slate roof repairs
Renew Medina Episode #4--Interior Design Studio and interior plan and exterior finishes
Renew Medina Episode #5--Rescue Painting and color choices
Renew Medina Episode #6--Final wrap up of the project
Renew Medina Revitalization Nears Completion
(Medina, Ohio- May 1, 2015) For nearly 18 months, an historic home at 530 South Court Street has been undergoing a slow transformation from a hidden, vacant house into the belle of South Court Street, thanks to the generous investment of Westfield Bank, a partnership with Main Street Medina and Renew Medina, and scores of community partners.
“When we began this project, many people said the house should just be torn down,” shared Matt Wiederhold, Main Street Medina executive director and project manager for Renew Medina. “Today, people drive by and give us a thumbs-up. The physical transformation of the exterior of the house, including the amazing, reconstructed front porch and a complete, period-appropriate paint job, has really made people stop and notice this simple, 1870’s Victorian cottage.”
The transformation on the interior is as impressive, and includes an updated electrical system, new HVAC system, all new plumbing, the addition of a full bath on the second floor, a gutted and updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and a first floor laundry and a half bath. The main rooms of the historic home still sport the original casework and style of when the house was built. Where possible, original wooden floors were sanded and painted, while bedrooms were carpeted. The original 1912 cast iron tub was moved upstairs to the second floor bathroom. Officially a two-bedroom home, the floor plan is flexible to include a possible master bedroom on the first floor.
“We wanted to be true to the history of the house and its original design, yet bring it up to modern code with modern living amenities. The Interior Design Studio’s talented designer Katie Heinz did an outstanding job of coordinating local trades and services to create an inviting Victorian cottage feeling in the home. It’s comfortable, stylish, and ready to welcome a new family,” continued Wiederhold.
Critical to the renovation of the house was the recreation of a long-gone front porch. Using images from historic Sanborn Fire Insurance maps, along with ghost clues on the home, architect Kevin Robinette designed a porch that is historically accurate and captures the essence of 1870. Kevin Stevanus of Historic Restorations built the porch to plan, including the challenging open rafter ceiling.
The project has also become a showcase of local suppliers and trades who all worked to achieve the vision of renovating an historic home on South Court Street—one of the outstanding residential historic districts in the City of Medina. The purchase and renovation of the home was made possible with generous funding by Western Reserve Bank, and then continued with Westfield Bank. In addition, nearly $75,000 of goods and services were donated or given at cost to help achieve the final product. Project partners include 620 construction, Carter Lumber, Centennial Title, Charles Gibson, City of Medina, Community Design Committee, Durable Slate, Dynamerican, Elaine Lamb, Historic Restorations, Interior Design Studio, Interior Design Studio, Katie & Ron Heinz, Craig Douglass, Kevin Robinette Architect, LLC, Main Street Medina, Matt Wiederhold, MC Real Estate, Medina Exteriors, National Carpet Mill, Owens Corning, Reed Electrical, Renewal by Andersen, Rescue Painting, St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church, Sampsel HVAC, Sherwin Williams, Steve Masica, South Court Historic District, Treemasters Tree Service, and Wolff Brothers.
(Medina, Ohio- May 1, 2015) For nearly 18 months, an historic home at 530 South Court Street has been undergoing a slow transformation from a hidden, vacant house into the belle of South Court Street, thanks to the generous investment of Westfield Bank, a partnership with Main Street Medina and Renew Medina, and scores of community partners.
“When we began this project, many people said the house should just be torn down,” shared Matt Wiederhold, Main Street Medina executive director and project manager for Renew Medina. “Today, people drive by and give us a thumbs-up. The physical transformation of the exterior of the house, including the amazing, reconstructed front porch and a complete, period-appropriate paint job, has really made people stop and notice this simple, 1870’s Victorian cottage.”
The transformation on the interior is as impressive, and includes an updated electrical system, new HVAC system, all new plumbing, the addition of a full bath on the second floor, a gutted and updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and a first floor laundry and a half bath. The main rooms of the historic home still sport the original casework and style of when the house was built. Where possible, original wooden floors were sanded and painted, while bedrooms were carpeted. The original 1912 cast iron tub was moved upstairs to the second floor bathroom. Officially a two-bedroom home, the floor plan is flexible to include a possible master bedroom on the first floor.
“We wanted to be true to the history of the house and its original design, yet bring it up to modern code with modern living amenities. The Interior Design Studio’s talented designer Katie Heinz did an outstanding job of coordinating local trades and services to create an inviting Victorian cottage feeling in the home. It’s comfortable, stylish, and ready to welcome a new family,” continued Wiederhold.
Critical to the renovation of the house was the recreation of a long-gone front porch. Using images from historic Sanborn Fire Insurance maps, along with ghost clues on the home, architect Kevin Robinette designed a porch that is historically accurate and captures the essence of 1870. Kevin Stevanus of Historic Restorations built the porch to plan, including the challenging open rafter ceiling.
The project has also become a showcase of local suppliers and trades who all worked to achieve the vision of renovating an historic home on South Court Street—one of the outstanding residential historic districts in the City of Medina. The purchase and renovation of the home was made possible with generous funding by Western Reserve Bank, and then continued with Westfield Bank. In addition, nearly $75,000 of goods and services were donated or given at cost to help achieve the final product. Project partners include 620 construction, Carter Lumber, Centennial Title, Charles Gibson, City of Medina, Community Design Committee, Durable Slate, Dynamerican, Elaine Lamb, Historic Restorations, Interior Design Studio, Interior Design Studio, Katie & Ron Heinz, Craig Douglass, Kevin Robinette Architect, LLC, Main Street Medina, Matt Wiederhold, MC Real Estate, Medina Exteriors, National Carpet Mill, Owens Corning, Reed Electrical, Renewal by Andersen, Rescue Painting, St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church, Sampsel HVAC, Sherwin Williams, Steve Masica, South Court Historic District, Treemasters Tree Service, and Wolff Brothers.
