"The house had a terrible kitchen and needed all new systems, but it was a very beautiful house with a ton of intact detail," Jacoby recalled. "The houses right near Prospect Park tend to be in very good condition. They never had a hard time." This highlights the importance of preserving the historical beauty while providing modern functionality.
"We very quickly decided to lean into color," she said, using the bright hues of the stained glass windows to suggest a palette for paint, tile work, and other decorative finishes. This insight reveals how the existing elements can inspire new design directions.
Jacoby updated the building's infrastructure with a new mini-split heating and cooling system and replaced the vintage mechanicals, taking pains to retain original ceilings, floors, and trim. This exemplifies how modern systems can be integrated without sacrificing historic integrity.
The kitchen is now toward the rear of the parlor floor, with the room's original coffered ceiling kept intact. This reflects a focus on maintaining the home's historical features while successfully enhancing functionality and layout.
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