PANTRY AFTER
The Nunleys incorporated the surprise cellar space in the sunroom (below) by creating a hidden, custom wine cellar in the bright new entertainment area. The pantry (left) also boasts modern design, including floating shelves and granite counter tops.
SUNROOM AFTER WITH HIDDEN WINE CELLAR
SUNROOM BEFORE
“This 1935 property had some of the same features [as the farmhouse], good wood walls and the original floors, and it boasted a prime location near new, local development in the downtown Acworth, Georgia, area,” said Denise. Of course, with historic homes, half the work comes with getting the property ready to renovate, she noted. “Nothing was square, and the floors were not level. We discovered the attic had nine-foot ceilings, which led to a complete change to the floorplan midway to add a bonus room and unique storage area,” she said. “Then, it turned out there was an old cellar accessed from the sunroom. We turned it into a hidden wine cellar!” The Nunleys pride themselves on restoring homes many investors would consider tear- downs. “If we can see ‘good bones,’ we give it our best,” Denise said proudly. “These renovations are harder, but the rewards are great when you discover the history of a home and the families who lived there. You cannot build a new home today and have the character an older home provides.” •
MASTER BEDROOM AFTER
HIDDEN WINE CELLAR
MASTER BATHROOM AFTER
READING NOOK AFTER
(Left) When the investors discovered their new open-concept floorplan was “topped” with nine- foot attic ceilings, they immediately added a bonus area upstairs with a reading nook, unique additional living area, and “secret” storage space.
(Above) Bathroom 2 After: Notice the exposed brick detail and space-conscious shelving in the full bath.
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