Historic Denver Inc.'s

Restoration for Living

contest recognizes the "best of the best" of Denver's historic home renovations. The award-winning projects exemplify the preservation principles near and dear to the hearts of all those concerned with maintaining the character of Denver's historic neighborhoods.

Congratulations to all of our 2009 Restoration for Living winners!

Every year Historic Denver, Inc.’s Restoration for Living Awards recognize preservation-minded homeowners, contractors and architects whose renovation projects respect a home’s history while allowing for the conveniences of modern life. This year we received a wonderfully diverse group of renovation and restoration projects, each demonstrating that thoughtfully planned historic renovation or addition can marry successfully with the modern comforts we have come to expect in our homes. The winning projects illustrate the ideals and principles prized by Historic Denver and all those concerned with maintaining the integrity of Denver’s historic neighborhood homes.

We’re pleased to announce this year’s winners and "Honorable Mentions". Click on the winners, below, to read about their renovation stories.

Best Interior Renovation - Tom and Lisa McHenry for 740 Washington Street

The Habitat for Humanity Resourceful Renovation Award - Tom and Lisa McHenry for 740 Washington Street

Best Exterior Renovation - Rick Hall & Don Wood for 2853 Bellaire Street

Best Kitchen Renovation - Classic Homeworks for 2605 Xavier Street

Best Bathroom Renovation - Katie & Mike Naughton for 2594 South Acoma

Best Sympathetic Addition - Jon Von Ohlsen/Carol Thompson for 3235 West 22nd Avenue


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Honorable Mention, Best Interior
Brett and Rona Gilbert for 423 Downing Street

Honorable Mention, Best Exterior Renovation
Gail and Tim Hommertzheim for 380 Albion Street

Honorable Mention, Best Kitchen
Christine Dea for 1802 Cherry Street

Honorable Mention, Best Bathroom
Tom and Lisa McHenry for 740 Washington Street

Honorable Mention, Habitat for Humanity Resourceful Renovation Award
Gail and Tim Hommertzheim for 380 Albion Street

Honorable Mention, Sympathetic Addition
Chris Chidley (Fury Design) for 4128 Umatilla Street

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Many thanks to our sponsor, the Habitat for Humanity of Metro Denver Home Improvement Outlet Stores.