A second-floor side addition to a family home, completed with a focus on precision, efficiency, and timely delivery. The project extended beyond the exterior, with comprehensive interior work that fully transformed the living space. Every detail was carefully executed to achieve a modern yet warm and inviting atmosphere. Clean lines, refined finishes, and thoughtfully integrated design elements come together to create a cohesive and elevated environment. The result is a beautifully crafted space that blends functionality with comfort, reflecting high-quality workmanship throughout.

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Our recent exterior restoration project in San Jose completely transformed the home’s appearance and energy efficiency. The work included full insulation replacement to improve comfort and reduce energy costs, followed by installation of new high-quality siding designed for durability and weather resistance. The project was completed with a smooth, professional exterior paint finish that not only refreshed the look of the home but also added long-lasting protection. The result — a beautifully restored exterior that combines modern curb appeal with lasting performance and value.

Bellweather Construction, LLC is a trained and certified remodeling and home improvement general contractor that specializes in period-appropriate renovations and energy efficiency improvements. Bellweather's managing partner, William Giesey, has over 20 years of experience providing construction management and design services for high-quality home renovations in Philadelphia and its Main Line suburbs. Will is a BPI-certified building analyst, NARI-certified kitchen and bath remodeler, and active member of his local NARI chapter. He is the acting chairman of a local historical commission and has participated in award-winning restoration and historic preservation projects. His work has been showcased on home tours and featured in magazines.

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The owners of this 1930’s craftsman home in West Lafayette were ready to fall in love with their home all over again. To do so, they had to remove the giraffe-inspired flooring, dated wallpaper, and stucco soffits. Beyond the aesthetic appeal of a retro style kitchen design, these homeowners turned to Riverside Construction to plan their kitchen remodel for maximum efficiency—to create useful and efficient storage space, larger countertops, and improve traffic flow. This complete kitchen gut and remodel involved tearing down walls, including removing a small partition near the stove, to gain much needed square footage. The existing peninsula was relocated to the opposite side of the kitchen, and the range and refrigerator exchanged places for improved functionality. White Shaker style Wellborn cabinets, yellow Retro “Big Chill” appliances and a retro pendant light/fan combo by Fanimation rounded out this bright and airy kitchen remodel.

The homeowner’s goal for this kitchen remodel was to improve functionality and increase the home’s value. The existing kitchen was old and needed an update – cabinets were falling apart, the downdraft on the Jenn-Air range made it difficult to cook items correctly, there was little to no storage, lighting was insufficient. A poor layout dominated by a hook-shaped peninsula inhibited the ability to work efficiently

New wood interior window we installed in this elegant bedroom. With lavish wallpaper and gorgeous wood floors, this older home has improved style and energy efficiency with a large new double hung window, providing a classic look and modern functionality. Get started replacing your windows and doors today with Renewal by Andersen of New Jersey, Staten Island, Manhattan and the Bronx. . . . . . . . . . . Now is the perfect time to replace your windows and doors -- Contact us today: (866) 531-9672 -- www.windowanddoorsavings.com

New energy efficient window in this retro style bathroom. With kitschy graphic shower curtain and a mid century flare, this simple and lovely bathroom looks great and has improved energy efficiency with this new white double hung window. Now is the perfect time to get new windows for your home with Renewal by Andersen of New Jersey, Staten Island, New York City and the Bronx. . . . . . . . . . . Get started replacing your windows -- Contact Us Today! 844-245-2799

New sliding window we installed in this darling and cozy bedroom. Over this delightful little bed tucked into a cozy alcove, this new energy saving window brings both style and efficiency to the space. New windows and doors bring improved style and energy efficiency to any home with Renewal by Andersen of Long Island, Queens and Brooklyn. . . . . . . . . . . Let our design consultants help you find the perfect windows and doors -- Contact us today: (844) 245-2799

Photo Credit: Kenneth M Wyner Photography Inc
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This renovated brick rowhome in Boston’s South End offers a modern aesthetic within a historic structure, creative use of space, exceptional thermal comfort, a reduced carbon footprint, and a passive stream of income. DESIGN PRIORITIES. The goals for the project were clear - design the primary unit to accommodate the family’s modern lifestyle, rework the layout to create a desirable rental unit, improve thermal comfort and introduce a modern aesthetic. We designed the street-level entry as a shared entrance for both the primary and rental unit. The family uses it as their everyday entrance - we planned for bike storage and an open mudroom with bench and shoe storage to facilitate the change from shoes to slippers or bare feet as they enter their home. On the main level, we expanded the kitchen into the dining room to create an eat-in space with generous counter space and storage, as well as a comfortable connection to the living space. The second floor serves as master suite for the couple - a bedroom with a walk-in-closet and ensuite bathroom, and an adjacent study, with refinished original pumpkin pine floors. The upper floor, aside from a guest bedroom, is the child's domain with interconnected spaces for sleeping, work and play. In the play space, which can be separated from the work space with new translucent sliding doors, we incorporated recreational features inspired by adventurous and competitive television shows, at their son’s request. MODERN MEETS TRADITIONAL. We left the historic front facade of the building largely unchanged - the security bars were removed from the windows and the single pane windows were replaced with higher performing historic replicas. We designed the interior and rear facade with a vision of warm modernism, weaving in the notable period features. Each element was either restored or reinterpreted to blend with the modern aesthetic. The detailed ceiling in the living space, for example, has a new matte monochromatic finish, and the wood stairs are covered in a dark grey floor paint, whereas the mahogany doors were simply refinished. New wide plank wood flooring with a neutral finish, floor-to-ceiling casework, and bold splashes of color in wall paint and tile, and oversized high-performance windows (on the rear facade) round out the modern aesthetic. RENTAL INCOME. The existing rowhome was zoned for a 2-family dwelling but included an undesirable, single-floor studio apartment at the garden level with low ceiling heights and questionable emergency egress. In order to increase the quality and quantity of space in the rental unit, we reimagined it as a two-floor, 1 or 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment with a modern aesthetic, increased ceiling height on the lowest level and provided an in-unit washer/dryer. The apartment was listed with Jackie O'Connor Real Estate and rented immediately, providing the owners with a source of passive income. ENCLOSURE WITH BENEFITS. The homeowners sought a minimal carbon footprint, enabled by their urban location and lifestyle decisions, paired with the benefits of a high-performance home. The extent of the renovation allowed us to implement a deep energy retrofit (DER) to address air tightness, insulation, and high-performance windows. The historic front facade is insulated from the interior, while the rear facade is insulated on the exterior. Together with these building enclosure improvements, we designed an HVAC system comprised of continuous fresh air ventilation, and an efficient, all-electric heating and cooling system to decouple the house from natural gas. This strategy provides optimal thermal comfort and indoor air quality, improved acoustic isolation from street noise and neighbors, as well as a further reduced carbon footprint. We also took measures to prepare the roof for future solar panels, for when the South End neighborhood’s aging electrical infrastructure is upgraded to allow them. URBAN LIVING. The desirable neighborhood location allows the both the homeowners and tenant to walk, bike, and use public transportation to access the city, while each charging their respective plug-in electric cars behind the building to travel greater distances. OVERALL. The understated rowhouse is now ready for another century of urban living, offering the owners comfort and convenience as they live life as an expression of their values. Eric Roth Photo

Bellweather Construction, LLC is a trained and certified remodeling and home improvement general contractor that specializes in period-appropriate renovations and energy efficiency improvements. Bellweather's managing partner, William Giesey, has over 20 years of experience providing construction management and design services for high-quality home renovations in Philadelphia and its Main Line suburbs. Will is a BPI-certified building analyst, NARI-certified kitchen and bath remodeler, and active member of his local NARI chapter. He is the acting chairman of a local historical commission and has participated in award-winning restoration and historic preservation projects. His work has been showcased on home tours and featured in magazines.

Large new picture windows we installed in this lovely and large hallway that looks out on a great outdoor space. Providing excellent energy efficiency and a beautiful look, these dramatic new windows looks fantastic in this bright and beautiful home. Find out how easy it is to replace your windows and doors with Renewal by Andersen of Long Island, serving Suffolk, Nassau, Queens and Brooklyn. . . . . . . . . . . New windows and doors bring improved style and efficiency to any home -- Contact us today: (844) 245-2799

This sunroom like sitting room looks amazing with all new sliding windows and casement windows we installed. These new white windows bright a sleek and modern looks as well as improved energy efficiency to this unique space with bold and stylish furniture. Get started replacing your windows today with Renewal by Andersen of New Jersey, New York City, Staten Island and the Bronx. . . . . . . . . . . Find out how easy it is to replace your windows -- Contact us today: (844) 245-2799

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Charming front-porch style entry area with beautiful new windows we installed. These three new white double hung windows provides improved energy efficiency and look splendid in this welcoming space, that serves as both a sitting room and foyer. Find the perfect windows to match the look of your home with Renewal by Andersen of New Jersey, New York City, The Bronx and Staten Island. . . . . . . . . . . We offer a variety of home windows, in lots of styles and colors -- Contact us today: (844) 245-2799