Project Story · St. Charles, MO
Historic Brick Home Renovation in St. Charles
A full renovation of a classic St. Charles brick home, updated for modern living while keeping its original character, then listed for sale.
The Project
This historic brick home in St. Charles had the things buyers love about old houses: tall ceilings, a big front porch, wood mantels and a grand staircase. It also had what makes old houses hard to live in: tired mechanicals, worn floors and dated kitchens and baths.
Our job was to modernize the house without losing what makes it special. We replaced and updated the HVAC, electrical and plumbing, rebuilt the kitchen and primary bathroom, refinished the original hardwood, restored the fireplaces and woodwork, and finished the attic as bonus space.
Kyle then listed the home himself. Because the same person planned the renovation and priced the listing, every dollar went toward the upgrades that buyers in historic St. Charles actually pay for.
At a Glance
- Location: St. Charles, MO
- Home: Historic two-story brick
- Scope: Whole-home renovation
- Systems: HVAC, electrical, plumbing
- Rooms: Kitchen, primary bath, half bath, attic, living and dining
- Outcome: Renovated and listed by Kyle
A Kitchen That Fits the House
The new kitchen pairs white cabinets with a quartz island, a subway tile backsplash and gold hardware and lighting. That gives it a clean, current look that still suits the age of the home. Stainless appliances, including a gas range, round it out.
A Primary Bath Worth the Stairs
The primary bathroom got a double farmhouse-sink vanity, gold fixtures, a glass walk-in shower and a soaking tub. A vintage-style half bath with a pedestal sink and pull-chain toilet was kept true to the era.
Original Character, Restored
We kept and restored the parts of the house you can’t buy new: the wood staircase, fireplace mantels, and trim, along with refinished hardwood floors throughout the main level.
More Usable Space
The attic was finished into a bright bonus room with new hardwood floors. Outside, the backyard pool deck and patio make the property ready for entertaining.
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