“Sneak Peek” at Newly Renovated 977 Summit —
An Exclusive SARPA Fundraiser
Sunday, October 9 • 2-5pm
The Summit Avenue Residential Preservation Association (SARPA) invites you to a “Sneak Peek” of Summit Avenue’s most talked-about recent renovations!
Come explore the transformation of this gracious Summit Avenue Mediterranean villa built in 1924. After years of neglect and deterioration, new owners have undertaken a complete renovation of the interior, exterior, and site. Take a peek behind the scenes at this nearly completed project before the owners move in. The project deftly balances a respect for the historic integrity of the house with updates for modern living and luxe conveniences. The two units stylistically are very different—one is strikingly modern while the other is more traditional. The contrasting designs reflect the multi-generational owners’ tastes and illustrate approaches to living in an old house. In addition to the extensive renovation, which includes three new kitchens and seven new bathrooms, feel free to explore other features such as a new tennis court, swimming pool, and four-car carriage house. The project also boasts state of the art geothermal systems and other energy efficiency measures. It is designed for LEED® Gold Certification.
This exclusive “Sneak Peek” opens the home to SARPA guests just before the owners finally move into the home after over two years of continuous renovations. The project has faced extensive challenges, including a massive rebuild of the base structure and stucco work after early demolition found that the internal gutter system had failed, and that the wood framing had rotted. As many original elements of the home were kept as possible, while others items, such as roof tiles and leaded glass windows, were painstakingly replicated.
The event is a fundraiser for SARPA’s educational outreach — including the winter free lecture series. Tickets are just $10, and available online via http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/197104, through the 24/7 Ticket Hotline at 1-800-838-3006, or cash or check at the door, if any remain. Light refreshments will be served.
Very special thanks to the event sponsors, David Heide Design, and to the two generations of Olson families moving in!
