Preserving Character While Updating A Historic Home

Preserving character while updating a historic home was important to the homeowners who decided to get involved in extensive renovations! With it’s rich heritage, this elegant home designed in the classic Georgian Colonial style of its era is truly exceptional. Former owners Karen Postelle Bowman and her husband Stephen were committed to preserving the home’s character while updating updating the home for their needs. Today we take you on tour of this grand beauty, located in suburban New Jersey.

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Preserving Character While Updating A Historic Home

Originally built in 1902, this impressive 9,500 square foot home has changed ownership of course over the years. Thankfully it was never razed and ready to be taken next level for modern day use.

Karen Bowman home exterior

We love the GRANDMILLENNIAL inspired vibe of this impressive home!

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14 Comments

  1. Stunning home; it hasn’t lost any of the character in the reno!

  2. Oh my gosh what a gorgeous transformation! They really saved the character of the house while keeping the vibe of the home. Just gorgeous!

  3. Absolutely beautiful transformation!

  4. Beautiful! I love that so many of the original elements were kept and the surroundings tastefully kept in the spirit of the home.

  5. LAURA WALKER says:

    What a stunning home and they did an amazing job with the renovations. Laura

  6. I have a (much smaller) older home. They were built so sturdy and with so much craftsmanship. The renovation was nicely done and respectful of the original bones of that beautiful house!

  7. Every detail is absolutely stunning. You would never even guess that it is the same home. I love the grand entry and the gorgeous dining area. Thanks for sharing, Janet.

  8. They don’t make homes like that any more, what a stunner.

  9. What a gorgeous renovation! So much character in this grand old babe.

  10. What a beautiful home and such great bones and character! Beautiful renovations too. Th owners must be thrilled!

  11. Susan Krauss says:

    Gorgeous! And I love their skincare products too!