The custom renovation of this historic home in Chapel Hill is almost complete. The painters have been hard at work. Looking back to these pictures of the house prior to our renovation you can really see the difference made to the exterior of this brick home. Before: After: To read more about this project click here! ... Read full post »
Maintaining a Historic Feel
We have recently completed the whole house renovation project we’ve been working on in the historic university neighborhood in Chapel Hill. This home was just waiting for the right owners, who had the vision – and the patience to bring this majestic home back to life. By updating the plumbing, electrical, and hvac components, modifying the master bedroom suite, and adding on a new kitchen and screened porch area, t ... Read full post »
Modern Kitchen Appliances in a Restored Home
The new kitchen addition in this 1930’s home in the university area of Chapel Hill was a crucial part of adding modern conveniences that make this beautiful historic home more livable. The use of wainscoting, around the built-in benches in the eating area, plus plenty of natural light adds to the many special qualities of this custom kitchen. The energy efficient stainless steel appliances, custom cabinets, and unique counte ... Read full post »
Retaining Walls & Landscaping
The challenges created by this multi-level addition and renovation in the historic area of Chapel Hill did not stop with figuring out how to engineer a garage beneath the original foundation. The adjoining landscaping posed a significant challenge as well. Jonah Roberts, owner of Lael Landscapes in Raleigh, NC created a landscape design that not only addressed the structural elevation issues of the property, but did it in a way tha ... Read full post »
Recycled Paper Countertops? Really?
Check out the unique PaperStone® Countertops recently installed in the kitchen of this multi-level addition / whole house renovation project Synergy is working on in the historic district of Chapel Hill.   PaperStone® Countertops are made from 100% post-consumer recycled paper and a proprietary, petroleum-free resin. We were pleased to be able to work with this product, purchased from local distributor Caragreen ... Read full post »