Boston, MA
Luxury Renovation
Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA
Architect: Grassi Design Group
Project size: 15,000 SF
Construction Duration: 14 months
Connaughton Construction, a custom home builder in Boston, renovated this four-story, 15,000 SF former French Consulate in Boston’s historic Back Bay into five, customized, luxury condominiums including a penthouse that featured a curved stairway with wrought iron railings and a figured mahogany library.
A separate carriage house was connected to the main building with an enclosed walkway. The lower level was retrofitted into a six-bay parking garage; the upper level was renovated into a guest suite for the first floor (unite 3); and the garden level was divided into two au-pair, guest suites.
The main house’s original ornate moldings, mahogany panels, and marble flooring on the first floor were retained ad restored. The unit bathrooms were fitted with limestone, marble, and imported tile; remote control gas fireplaces were added to some rooms while wood-burning fireplaces in others were relined; and all were fitted with high-speed internet cable, and custom audio, stereo, and telephone systems. Hardwood floors were quarter-sawn oak, cherry, and walnut. Many cabinets were customized using different woods.
Special care and attention to detail were given while installing all the mechanical (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, sprinkler) systems to retain the building’s elegant finishes. The brownstone and brick facade was restored, windows replaced, and roof decks, terraces, and balconies were added.
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Connaughton Construction has been awarded many custom home builder projects in Massachusetts: Brookline, Cambridge, Wellesley, Wayland, Brighton, Lincoln, Melrose, and Newton. And in many of the high-end and most expensive neighborhoods of Boston including Beacon Hill, Chestnut Hill, Greenwich Park, the Seaport District, Back Bay, Fenway / Kenmore, South End, North End, and West End. Every project is an honor and we accept each opportunity to show homeowners our creative, innovative custom home build craft. Not one of our customers has been disappointed and we suspect neither will you.
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