Merit Award: Old-House Renovation: Fortifying the Foursquare

Merit Award: Old-House Renovation: Fortifying the Foursquare

The 1910 home, in Arlington, Va., gained 1,500 square feet yet without losing its original character. Exterior colors are characteristics of the era.

Merit Award: Old-House Renovation: Fortifying the Foursquare

Before. The home's original wood bevel siding and wood trim had been covered with vinyl siding.

Merit Award: Old-House Renovation: Fortifying the Foursquare

Before.

Merit Award: Old-House Renovation: Fortifying the Foursquare

Built-in cabinetry flanks the fireplace in the family room addition.

Merit Award: Old-House Renovation: Fortifying the Foursquare

The kitchen addition has storage and light in abundance, thanks to high windows.

Merit Award: Old-House Renovation: Fortifying the Foursquare

A rear bay window brings in light.

Merit Award: Old-House Renovation: Fortifying the Foursquare

Period interior trim and details include antique heart pine flooring.

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