A vintage home always looks best with period-appropriate fenestration, if you ask us — just check out this recent remodeling job we worked on in Barrington, Illinois.
Built in 1948 by local architect Robert Parker Coffin — who has a namesake roadway just a short drive away in nearby Long Grove — the house was built in a rustic, Arts & Crafts style with dark wood accents, half-timbering, and cozy proportions. When the new owners embarked on a recent kitchen renovation, they decided to replace the existing windows and front door with something that would fit better with the home’s distinctive architecture.
We provided wood-clad “Chestnut Brown” Quaker Windows with custom “simulated divided light” bars for the three small openings left of the main entrance, as well as a custom fixed window with reeded glass on the adjacent wall. With a new pantry on the other side, the textured glass was a midcentury-inspired choice to provide light-filtering and privacy. Lastly, for a pop of color and personality, check out this bright pink Jeld Wen fiberglass door! We particularly love the old world style of the “Paris Patina” decorative beveled glass on the sidelites.
It’s always fun to help homeowners find ways to improve the energy efficiency and functionality of historic homes, while still staying true to the heritage and unique aesthetic that drew them to the property in the first place. Be proud of your old house… it’s one of a kind! Shoutout to SRS Sewer and Drain Home Remodeling for this expert installation.
LOCATION: Barrington, Illinois
ARCHITECT: Robert Parker Coffin
INSTALLER: SRS Sewer and Drain Home Remodeling
PRODUCTS SUPPLIED: Jeld Wen Windows & Doors, Quaker Windows
