--- title: "Renaissance Partners, LLC — General Contractors | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/renaissance-partners-llc-pfvwus-pf~914376924 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~914376924.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Renaissance Partners, LLC" category: ["General Contractors"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/def3036d04254500_5765-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "42 Whitney Avenue, New Canaan, Connecticut 06840, United States" latitude: 41.151 longitude: -73.4944 phone: "(203) 313-4749" website: https://renaissancepartnersnc.com/ rating: 4.8 review_count: 18 best_of_houzz_awards: 3 followers: 105 last_updated: 2026-09-06 --- # Renaissance Partners, LLC Original Houzz profile: [Renaissance Partners, LLC](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/renaissance-partners-llc-pfvwus-pf~914376924) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** General Contractors - **Location:** New Canaan, CT - **Serves:** Stamford, North Stamford, Norwalk, East Norwalk, Greenwich, Westport, Darien, New Canaan, Wilton, Cos Cob, Old Greenwich, Greens Farms - **Houzz rating:** 4.8 out of 5 (18 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2015–2026), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 1,000 Ideabook Saves Renaissance Partners, LLC is a New Canaan, Ct based family business owned and operated by Ted and Rhonda Sihpol. Founded after a successful Wall Street career, the business was the opportunistic culmination of a lifetime of remodeling experience. Our mission is to provide the highest level of personal service while surpassing our client's expectation of quality. Measured by our client's level of satisfaction, our success is achieved with the combination of traditionally skilled craftsmen, modern techniques, and the highest quality product selection. Whether a full remodel, a much need addition, a dream kitchen, or even a new outdoor space, we want to minimize the intimidation often associated with residential construction projects. We will work with you from planning and permitting to the final design selections to simplify the process - allowing you to transform your family's house to the home you have always dreamed. ### Services Provided - Home Remodeling - Bathroom Remodeling - Kitchen Remodeling - General Contracting - Home Additions - Custom Homes - New Home Construction - Home Extensions - Deck Building - Basement Remodeling - Flooring Installation - Porch Design & Construction - Custom Home Bars - Roof Replacement - House Framing - Wood Floor Installation - Window Replacement - Window Installation - Exterior Door Installation - Wine Cellar Installation - Barn Design & Construction - Roof Installation - Sliding Door Installation - Trim Work - Crown Molding Installation - Wainscoting - Cedar Siding - Radiant Floor Heating - Cabinet Installation ### Areas Served - Stamford - North Stamford - Norwalk - East Norwalk - Greenwich - Westport - Darien - New Canaan - Wilton - Cos Cob - Old Greenwich - Greens Farms ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Renaissance Partners, LLC | | Address | 42 Whitney Avenue, New Canaan, Connecticut 06840, United States | | Phone | (203) 313-4749 | | Website | https://renaissancepartnersnc.com/ | | License Number | CT HIC \#609880 | | Followers on Houzz | 105 | **Social profiles:** - Blog — https://renaissancepartnersnc.com/ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Renaissance Partners, LLC](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/renaissance-partners-llc-pfvwus-pf~914376924) - **Website:** https://renaissancepartnersnc.com/ - **Phone:** (203) 313-4749 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Best of Houzz 2015 ServiceBest of Houzz 2016 Service - **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2015–2026), for Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.8 out of 5 — 18 reviews** ### Reviews **★★★★★ — Julie Faux, Dec. 2025** > We have been working with Ted for over three years now, and it’s hard to put into words how invaluable he has been to our home and our family. > > When we moved in, the house was half unfinished and honestly barely livable. Ted and his team stepped in and completely transformed it. Over the years, he has redone our driveway with stone, lighting, and paving; removed a basketball court and replaced it with a beautiful playground, stone patio, grill, and bar area; winterized our cottage and redid the roof; installed a new cupola; hung a chandelier; installed lighting and mounted a TV into stone; capped countless holes left by previous work; created a home gym; and spent months at our house early on just making it comfortable and functional for our family. > > What truly sets Ted apart is who he is as a person. He is incredibly reliable, honest, and consistent. He uses the same trusted team and vendors, many of whom have been with us since before my boys were born. That kind of continuity and trust is rare and means everything to us. His projects are always well-organized and consistently meet deadlines. > > When we first met Ted, we asked him to walk through the house we now live in to give us his opinion on what it would take to make it livable. He was completely honest and told us not to buy it because it was overpriced for the amount of work it needed. We didn’t listen—and bought it anyway. Ted never said “I told you so.” Instead, we called him immediately to start work, and we’ve been working with him ever since. > > He’s the kind of contractor who will stop by just to help secure a bar into the floor because you’re worried it’s not safe. That’s who Ted is—someone who genuinely cares, goes above and beyond, and treats your home like it’s his own. > > We couldn’t recommend Ted more highly. If you’re looking for a general contractor you can truly trust, Ted is it. **Comment from Renaissance Partners, LLC:** > Thanks for the kind words - working with great clients never gets old! (And we would never say we told you so). **★★★★★ — Jane Beiles Photography, Dec. 2017** > Ted did a beautiful job on the Ponus Rige antique renovation that I recently photographed for his portfolio. Not only is his work exceptional, he maintatined a great relationship with the family who engaged Renaissance Partners for the job and they were clearly very happy with their choice of builder. **Comment from Renaissance Partners, LLC:** > Thanks Jane! So amazing to have another Pro come in to make our work look even better! **★★★★★ — Laura Campbell, Feb. 2016** > Renaissance did a complete master bath remodel for us. They did a beautiful job. Work was neat, workers were on time, the owner, Ted, had great suggestions for us. Can't say enough great things **★★★★★ — jeff ruhe, Dec. 2015** > I first met with Ted to discuss my plans for renovating a 40 yr old townhouse. After working with an architect to develop the plans, we submitted the plans out to bid to three recommended contractors. Ted's response the the plan was by far the most detailed and prodfessional of the responses. This gave me great confidence that I would be working with a professional and would greatly eliminate the " surprise factor " along the way. Ted and his crew were always on time and totally professional. The subcontractors he worked with were also professiona and excellent. Ted was not afraid to hold the subs up to the highest of standards. When surprises occurred, as they inevitably do, Ted offered solid advice as to how best to proceed. I was very pleased with the final result and would highly recommend him to anyone. It's never easy but when with Ted it will be as a god experience as it can be under the circumstances. **★★★★★ — Laura Mulloy Ault, Aug. 2015** > Ted and his crew are a delight to work with. They work with integrity-- while they were renovating our master bath, they discovered that the floors in our house aren't level, so they backtracked their work to relevel the floors, made things right, and the bathroom is now very clearly the best built room in our house. > > Ted is easygoing and fun, and he's super clear at communicating his process. He never dismissed our wild ideas and even made a few of them happen. Once he got the aesthetic vision we were going for, he found us the perfect materials, hardware and fixtures to make it all come together. It's just a gorgeous bathroom, and it makes us happy every day. **★★★★★ — swest5570, May 2015** > Renaissance Partners worked on an extensive renovation of our entire house. Over 40 new windows, new siding around the outside of the house, new foundation under part of the house that was unstable, new mudroom with beautiful cabinets, new wood floors, removal of lead paint, installation of classic moldings that matched original work, and so much more. Ted was professional, accessible, honest, straightforward. The quality of his work is excellent, and he has helped us with follow-up projects. Ted worked well with our architect, and the vendors who he brought in to work on special projects were very good. Our home renovation proved to be a bit of a pandora's box, with one surprise after another. Each time there was a new (almost aways disappointing) discovery, Ted was upfront, realistic, and he was great about being flexible to come up with a new approach and solution. **Comment from Renaissance Partners, LLC:** > Thanks so much for the kind words - the most flattering part is that we get to come back this summer and continue to improve your home! Thanks again! **★★★★★ — Chestnut Electric Corp, May 2015** > We are an electrical contractor that has worked directly with Renaissance Partners and Ted Sihpol over the years. Ted is a pleasure to work with and prompt in getting back to us with any questions or requests that we may have. We highly recommend Ted to any new clients of ours and will continue to do so in the future. **Comment from Renaissance Partners, LLC:** > Thanks for posting this - our job is always considerably easier when we bring pro's like Chestnut Electric in! **★★★★★ — rcanas71, May 2015** > When pipes in our uninsulated crawl space burst this Winter, we were desperate to find a trustworthy contractor who would fix the problem quickly and right, on a permanent basis. Ted and Renaissance Partners came highly recommended and we could not be more pleased with the results. Ted responded quickly, evaluated the problem (based on a number of similar situations he had experience dealing with) and recommended an efficient solution within our budget. By spray foaming and ventilating the crawl space, we experienced no further problems through the balance of a very cold Winter. Based on our experience, Ted does great work, charges fair rates and deals with his clients in an honest and straightforward manner. We will use him again in the future and would very highly recommend him to others. **★★★★★ — mwaugustine, May 2015** > Renaissance Partners is great. Ted, in addition to being a top notch builder, has great taste and vision. he's very detailed oriented and notices things that would get by most people. Best of all he and his guys are a pleasure to have around. The guys seem to really enjoy their job. Ted creates a very positive work atmosphere. Loved them, love the result. **★★★★★ — homebathroom, Nov. 2014** > We used Renaissance Partners to renovate our master bathroom and master closet in fall of 2012. Along with a few other small creep projects (spray foam insulation of attic, etc…) This was the second time we used this very professional group. They did our kitchen and family room seven years ago. They take great care in all of their work, are easy to work with and offer good advice. They clean up well at the end of the day and Ted is highly professional about communicating on a daily basis both the good and the bad. Construction projects are always an invasion of your privacy and he is respectful of what that means to your daily life. I would highly recommend this group. **★★★★★ — leer100, Oct. 2014** > We hired Renaissance to replace 15 windows and to do some guest bathroom updates. They were very professional, courteous and respectful of our family schedules. Their workmanship is outstanding and extremely detailed. They completed the projects on time and within budget. We do plan to have them back for additional projects very soon. I would highly recommend them to our friends and family. **★★★★★ — laurie7490, Oct. 2014** > Ted and his team are professional, talented and timely. I found their work in my home to be " top notch". From start to finish my project was accurately bid ,crews arrived on time, job site was neat and all work completed on time with high satisfaction. I will certainly hire Ted and his team again. ## Selected projects - [Georgian Renovation & Poolhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/georgian-renovation-and-poolhouse-pj-vj~7464368) - Location: New Canaan, CT - Photos: 18 - Description: After completely renovating the residence, we were asked to spearhead the Construction of a 2100 sf Pool House/Guest Quarters/Garage & Pool as well as a complete makeover of the landscape that surrounded the project. Grateful to have had the chance to work with exceptional clients who allowed to to produce such amazing results. - [Ponus Ridge Chapel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/ponus-ridge-chapel-pj-vj~6189598) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 32 - [Ponus Antique](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/ponus-antique-pj-vj~2174314) - Location: New Canaan, CT - Photos: 45 - Description: We were honored to help make 5 years of vision come true for this family. We worked to add space and realize the potential the couple knew was possible. - [Greenwich Georgian Makeover](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/greenwich-georgian-makeover-pj-vj~7464398) - Location: Greenwich, CT - Photos: 17 - Description: A complete interior renovation of this beautiful georgian colonial. - [Farm House Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/farm-house-remodel-pj-vj~712912) - Location: New Canaan, CT - Photos: 10 - Description: Remodeled from Top to bottom, this 1870's farmer's daughters' house was an unpolished gem waiting for the right family to make it a home. - [Classic Colonial Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/classic-colonial-kitchen-pj-vj~5446084) - Location: New Canaan, CT - Photos: 11 - [Whitney Master Bath](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/whitney-master-bath-pj-vj~5446607) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 4 - [Colonial Make-Over](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/colonial-make-over-pj-vj~463112) - Location: New Canaan, CT - Photos: 15 - [New Canaan Condo](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/new-canaan-condo-pj-vj~1270948) - Location: New Canaan, CT - Photos: 17 - [Greenley Road Master Bath](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/greenley-road-master-bath-pj-vj~858119) - Location: New Canaan, CT - Photos: 10 - Description: 1980's Bath revamped into a luxurious oasis with heated floors, jetted soaking tub, steam shower, and custom vanity with hidden Sonos speakers! - [Beachside Makeover](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/beachside-makeover-pj-vj~714431) - Location: East Hampton, NY - Photos: 8 - [Pool Cabana](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/pool-cabana-pj-vj~2174084) - Location: New Canaan, CT - Photos: 3 - [New Canaan Master Bath](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/new-canaan-master-bath-pj-vj~713072) - Location: New Canaan, CT - Photos: 2 - [Outdoor Patio](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/outdoor-patio-pj-vj~713024) - Location: New Canaan, CT - Photos: 3 - Description: This Connecticut blue stone patio took full advantage of the privacy created by the homeowner's already beautiful gardens above. - [Formal Powder Room](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/formal-powder-room-pj-vj~713043) - Location: New Canaan, CT - Photos: 2 - [Ceramic Master Bath](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/ceramic-master-bath-pj-vj~607385) - Location: Darien, CT - Photos: 2 - [Bridge](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bridge-pj-vj~712984) - Location: New Canaan, CT - Photos: 1 - [Rear Addition to Bath and Family Room](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/rear-addition-to-bath-and-family-room-pj-vj~712969) - Location: New Canaan, CT - Photos: 4 - [New Canaan Bath Oasis](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/new-canaan-bath-oasis-pj-vj~767432) - Location: New Canaan, CT - Photos: 7 - [Hemlock Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hemlock-renovation-pj-vj~7314758) - Location: New Canaan, CT - Photos: 17 [See all 21 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/renaissance-partners-llc-pfvwus-pf~914376924) ## Ideabooks - [Auggie Man Cave (Marnie too)](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/148745800/list/auggie-man-cave-marnie-too) — 20 ideas - [Wish List](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/143473943/list/wish-list) — 1 idea - [Whitney Master](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/31997914/list/whitney-master) — 6 ideas - [Front Walk](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/68485541/list/front-walk) — 4 ideas [See all 4 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/renaissancect) ## Community Q&A **Q: Please can you tell me where this wallpaper is from. Thank you** *(in Photo Questions)* Wallpaper details A: This is a Farrow & Ball pattern. We installed it a while back so not sure they still have it in print but hope that helps! **Q: Can you please share the dimensions of the shower?** *(in Photo Questions)* Can you please share the dimensions of the shower? A: Sorry but this was some time ago - near as i can estimate it looks to be about 4 1/2 feet by 6 feet. I hope that helps. **Q: Love the vanity. Where is it from?** *(in Photo Questions)* The double vanity is beautiful. Where did you find it? The whole project is amazing! Thank you for saving this structure. A: Thanks for the kind words - working through this was really something pretty special for my crew and me! The vanity is from Bertch - if I recall correctly, we had to select the configuration but think came out great. Hope that helps! PS - The Chapel will be one of the stops on the New Canaan Cares Tour (a great Charity Org) if you'd like. Tickets are here: Cares Tour 2021 **Q: can you describe the island counter?** *(in Photo Questions)* and who made it? A: samnissim -Thanks for reaching out. My team made this out of old planks the homeowner had recovered/reclaimed from a barn that was being torn down and saved in their own barn for years. We wanted something that would match the farmhouse aesthetic and that would add to the kitchen to make it the heart of the home. It was equally important to our homeowners that we preserve the live edge and the natural character of the wood while we assembled it and installed the sink and we had to lean on my cabinet manufacturer to make the brackets in sizes that matched and supported the overhang (one more advantage of staying local!). Lastly, we still are not sure exactly what species of wood this is - my vote is hickory but the jury is still out. Hope that helps, let me know if there's anything else we can assist you with! Ted **Q: Wallpaper** *(in Photo Questions)* Where can I find this wallpaper?? A: The wallpaper is from Farrow & Ball but be warned that it was a limited run and may not still be in production. **Q: What is the paint color you used on the walls?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Hey there - The paint color is White Dove. We used Benjamin Moore Aura in Semi-Gloss. I hope that helps. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-06.*