Restoration of Condemned Townhouses
Client: Donald Spencer - Real Estate Company
Location: Cincinnati, Ohio (Mt. Auburn)

Project:
Extremely challenging opportunity to reconstruct two frame buildings resting on a steep hillside in Mt. Auburn. Added to the challenge was the condemnation condition of the structure - as very little roof area nor rear walls remained in place.

Details:
The goal, accomplished with a creative and focused approach, produced two twin tri-level townhouses: exhibiting an entry level - living room, dining, 1/2 bath, kitchen, all open with views straight thru spaces; lower level - den/family room, mechanical room, bedroom with bath at rear with full glass height rear wall; upper level contained two bedrooms with a large bath and plenty of storage on all levels. The exterior facades were completely rebuilt; a new two level porch/deck created a dynamic outdoor space hovering over the hillside.

All mechanical systems were new and complete, heavily insulated exterior shell; new roofing system, unique/period exterior siding.