The exterior of the 1912 Brevard House has been faithfully restored, reflecting a Hillsborough Street of the early 20th century
The structure had fallen into a state of disrepair with numerous alterations and subdivisions
The design called for the restoration of the central hall plan
Primary rooms, like parlors and bedrooms house seven of the original eight fireplaces
The owner has painstakingly rehabilitated much of the original hardware; carpenters also repaired four large pocket doors
Millwork in the corridor showcases an important milling machine, blending old architecture with new
The central hall provides clear, formal circulation to every room in the house
A new reception desk was carefully detailed to reflect the proportions and finish of existing wood details
The second floor central hall has also been restored to provide access to front and rear balconies
Skilled carpenters labored to remove layers of paint, faithfully restoring the staircase to its original state
Roberson Dental Office
Raleigh, NC
4500 SF
This project includes a full restoration and conversion of a 4000 SF historic house from transitional housing into a single dental practice. Built in 1912, The Brevard House was once part of a continuous corridor of stately homes between the State Capitol building and NC State University.
With accessibility a key factor, we integrated a ramp, made modifications to the bathrooms and the reconfigured the kitchen to make the building more usable for all. Small adjustments to openings, site improvements and lighting upgrades were also recommended. We have taken every step possible to maintain the building’s historic character while updating the interior to perform well for all users.