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emaking necessary pieces of the intricate moldings used outside for decorative trim was overseen by Whitney. The moldings and railings as best as possible are all original throughout the house with necessary replacements created by the old method of using a single blade to cut and shape each piece, and the finishing done by blades as well. “The dining room table and chairs are historically accurate,” says Whitney. “We designed the chairs to be true to the era and a local craftsman built each one individually. We replaced the hardware on all the doors and cabinets and used a special technique to give a patina of age. The original steel hinges on the doors were still here but they all had to be removed. We stripped off multiple layers of paint and then repainted them black.” The fireplaces were one of the more challenging parts of the restoration. There are four fireplaces in the house and they all share the same main flue. The fireplaces were a concern of the family and for safety, it was necessary to completely refurbish the inside of the flue. The brickwork around each fireplace inside the home was also redone, using antique brown brick from Savannah. A total of 3000 bricks were ordered to ensure enough for the project. Whitney explained that it is important when using reclaimed materials to have enough on hand for completion of the job. “Some bricks get broken and matching the bricks for color is necessary for the aesthetic appearance. In addition to the restoration of the fireplaces, an outside fire pit was built with the remaining bricks.” It was difficult not to linger once the tour was complete. The cars were cranked and running long before I was ready to depart. Seminole Plantation possesses a sense of comfort, charm and warmth, and is extremely livable with sporting art and quail figurines of various materials scattered throughout; it is a family home enjoyed by all who are blessed to visit. For Charlie Whitney, it was a year well spent. For the Smith’s, the restoration was a completion of their dream to preserve Seminole for the next generation. DB Written by Kim Jackson Where to get the Look HISTORICAL RENOVATION: At C.H. Whitney, we realize that every client has a different combination of assets, limitations and dreams. Our goal is to understand your unique needs so we can plan the perfect solution. Whether the project involves new construction, historical restoration or interior decorating, we are dedicated to addressing the specific and individual needs of our clients. www.chwhitney.com 26 JUL/AUG <strong>2015</strong> • DESIGN&BUILD MAGAZINE
Photo top: Master Bedroom. Below: Guest bedroom. Opposite page top: Family photos line the staircase. Bottom: Doorknobs and hardware were given an aged patina to fit the time period represented in the renovation. DESIGN&BUILD MAGAZINE • JUL/AUG <strong>2015</strong> 27
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