21 Beverly Road
Cynthia Cormier and Chris Kulowski

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Authentic exterior restoration of the 1915 Craftsman-style bungalow was achieved by the homeowners who did most of the work themselves. They carefully repaired original features such as hardware, doors, windows, stucco, latticework, and steps rather than replace them wherever possible. Inappropriate materials such as chainlink fence, brick columns, vinyl siding and overgrown plantings were banished. The period paint combination uses Bunglehouse gray, Roycroft vellum, and Roycroft bottle green.

Honorable Mention Awards

89 Robin Road
Suanne Kimmel and Stephen B. Smith

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The exterior of the 1938 Colonial Revival home was meticulously restored. The homeowners handled the mammoth job of removing aluminum siding, windows, doors, and ironwork balustrades and railings, replacing them with authentic wood materials. They repaired clapboard damage caused by improper rotary sanding. The period color scheme and charming garden demonstrate their loving care for this historic home.

143-145 Brace Road
Margaret Glynn and Maureen Glynn Kester

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The paint scheme shown in historic photographs of the Colonial Revival-style 1927 duplex occupied by the Glynn family since 1944 was restored. The owners carefully researched the methods of cleaning and restoring the historic black and white color scheme. Peeling lead paint was removed by hand scraping and disposed of at the MDC hazardous waste collection. The homeowners chose to use a special lead encapsulation paint called Fiberlock L-B-C Lead Barrier Compound. Kudos to the owners for their environmental awareness and commitment to historic preservation.

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