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Preserving or restoring the original character of a Heritage Building:
20 Gower Street
20 Gower Street is a great example of a Second Empire row house architectural style that was made popular in St. John’s after the devastating Great Fire of 1892. This designated Heritage Building has original two storey bay windows and peaked dormers projecting from the mansard roof. The renovation included restoring the design details, in particular, the beautiful stained-glass windows. The property owners are Mark Murphy and Eldon Murray.
Preserving or restoring the original character of a building in Heritage Area 1: 12 Cathedral Street.
The renovations at 12 Cathedral Street were based on a historic photo and the owner’s intent was to restore it to the building’s original 1893 glory. The vinyl siding installed in the 60s or 70s was removed and the building was restored to include wooden clapboard, decorative trim details and a new door similar to the original with a transom and side lights. The contractor for this work was Brian Marler from Marler Works. Property owners Bill Brennan and Anne Marie Christie
Preserving or restoring the original character of a building in Heritage Area 1: 21 Gower Street
21 Gower Street is located on one of downtown St. John’s oldest streets. The property owners worked with Historic Homes to renovate the building to restore the windows, clapboard and trims. You would never know but the detailed trim around the door is completely new and has been crafted to replicate the original design. Property owners are Adam and Brenda Henderson
Preserving or restoring the original character of a building in Heritage Area 2: 15 Victoria Street.
15 Victoria Street is another great example where detailed craftmanship by Historic Homes was used to replicate the home’s original architecture. This building contains elements typical of Second Empire architecture such as the mansard roof with dormers, decorative eave brackets and mouldings, and intricate door and window trim. The restoration will preserve the building’s character for years to come. Property owners are Jennifer Young and David Molyneux.
Preserving or restoring the original character of a building in Heritage Area 2: 122 Pleasant Street
Property owner Steven Jones worked with contractor Historic Homes to restore and where needed, replaced almost all of the exterior woodwork during the renovations of this three-storey home. They replaced rotten sills, wooden window boxes, the decorative trim, windows and painted the building to revitalize it while maintaining the heritage characteristics.
Previous winners
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Infill development that blends into a Heritage Area neighbourhood:
Mr. Black has incorporated design elements from all the original houses nearby his – so much so that visitors assume it to be the original house with an extensive renovation.
Rehabilitating an older building, including successfully integrating modern elements
In addition to their contributions in the film and arts industries, NIFCO have contributed greatly to the St. John's built heritage through the restoration of their building at 40 King's Road. It is an excellent example of how old heritage homes can be revitalized into new uses.
Rehabilitating an older building, including successfully integrating modern elements
The original house dated back to at least 1892 and was in incredibly rough shape. New wood cladding, along with new windows and cedar shakes help reconnect the house to its past. Original interior elements that had been covered by previous renovations were exposed included a wood/ bead board ceiling. The house was altered to help bring it up to new standards demonstrating that houses of this age are still quite relevant in a modern context.
Preserving or restoring the original character of a building in Heritage Area 2
The original 1890s foundation needed replacing and alterations to the cladding were needed to bring the house up to code. Renovations included a new foundation, cladding, front door and trims, all of which enhanced the building while preserving and restoring the original character of the building, all of which will preserve this building long into the future.
Preserving or restoring the original character of an older building
This property is a rare example of mid-19th century semi-detached wooden structures built in the Victorian Bracketed style of architecture. This style is reflected in the steep peaked roof, first storey bay window and elaborate decorative balustrade and eaves brackets. The owners have updated the exterior while maintaining the original and unique character of this dwelling.
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Preserving or restoring the original character of a heritage building:
Preserving or restoring the original character of a building in Heritage Area 1:
Infill development that blends into a Heritage Area 1 neighbourhood:
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Preserving or restoring the original character of a building in Heritage Area 2:
Preserving or restoring the original character of a building in Heritage Area 3:
Preserving or restoring the original character of a heritage building:
Rehabilitating an older building, including successfully integrating modern elements:
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Preserving and Restoring the Original Character of a building in Heritage Area 2:
Restoring the original character of a building in Heritage Area 3:
Infill Development that Blends into a Heritage Area 3 Neighbourhood:
Rehabilitating an Older Building, Including Successfully Integrating Modern Elements:
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Restoring the Original Character of a building in Heritage Area 3:
Infill Development that Blends into a Heritage Area 1 Neighbourhood:
Preserving and Restoring the Original Character of a heritage building:
Stewardship and Long-term Preservation of a heritage building:
Rehabilitating an Older Building, Including Successfully Integrating Modern Elements:
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