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Award for Residential Rehabilitation 1999-2000

Martin House, 525 Fulton Street (constructed 1851) – The house was built by David Martin, a furniture dealer and moved from Third and Ford Streets in the 1920s. The repair of clapboard siding and historic windows, repainting, along with the restoration of the two-story front porch made a significant impact on this architecturally significant Greek Revival home.

Owner – Jennifer Sullivan, Geneva
Designer – Robin Johnson, Chicago
Builder – Kevin Penzato, Penzato Remodeling & Restoration, Batavia


The Martin House at the early stages of rehabilitation.
The paint is peeling badly, the windows need repair and the second floor
of the two-story original front porch (upper right) has been enclosed.

 
A dramatic improvement! The original front porch was reopened,
the house was repainted, windows were repaired, and the side porch (deck) was added.


A beautiful Greek Revival home that will be around at least another 150 years!

 
Receiving their awards on May 15, 2000 are Kevin Penzato, Penzato Remodeling & Restoration,
Jennifer Sullivan, homeowner, and Robin Johnson, architect.

Award for Residential Rehabilitation

522 Fulton Street (constructed c. 1900) – The Brunos and Kevin Penzato have diligently worked to restore the wood clapboard siding, repairing the wood using high quality wood from New Hampshire on this beautiful Shingle Style home with Queen Anne details.

 Owner – Mike & Debbie Bruno, Geneva
Builder – Kevin Penzato, Penzato Remodeling & Restoration, Batavia

 
A work in progress. A lot of detailed repair work was required for the wood siding and shingles.


 
We’re nearly there! The Brunos set the example for the careful preservation of historic siding materials.

 
Debbie and Mike Bruno, with son Adam, receiving their award on May 15, 2000.

Award for Commercial Rehabilitation

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