Photo of a traditional kitchen in London.

Traditional home office in Portland with medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and a freestanding desk.

About: Abandoned two years ago by a previous contractor, and overwhelmed by the challenges associated with building an updated porch respectful to this Queen Anne style home, J. Francis Company, LLC was referred to the customer by Maynes & Associates, Architects. Perched at the highest point on the North Side with a panoramic view is where Deb Mortillaro and Mike Gonze make their residence. Owners of the famous Dreadnought Wines and Palate Partners in the Strip District of Pittsburgh, Deb & Mike wanted a porch to use for entertaining & wine tasting parties. Design features include reuse of original porch footers, mahogany tongue & groove flooring, a railing system that compliments the original design yet complies with the code and features a clear coated Cyprus top rail. The original porch columns were most likely stone bases with wood posts that have been replaced with columns to enhance the updated look. The curved corner has been reproduced including a custom-built curved handrail. The whole porch comes together, tying in the red mahogany floor, Cyprus handrail, and stained bead board ceiling. The finished result is a breathtakingly beautiful wrap-around porch with ample room for guests and entertaining. Testimonial: "Our beloved porch had been taken down to be rebuilt for two years before we met the great folks at J. Francis Company. We knew this porch had great potential and all it would take was the right people to make it happen - ones with vision and great craftsmanship. In conjunction with our architect, Greg Maynes, Dave Myers of J. Francis Company guided this project along with tremendous skill and patience. His creative suggestions and practical thought made the process painless and exciting. The head carpenter JK was a marvel and added touches that made a spectacular difference. We use our home and especially this porch to entertain both clients and friends throughout the year. They all have been anxiously waiting to hear that it is done. A pleasant surprise will be theirs when they arrive."

Photographs by Adam Butler
This is an example of a traditional foyer in London with yellow walls.

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Inspiration for a traditional bedroom in Los Angeles with pink walls.

Pinemar, Inc. 2017 Entire House COTY award winner
Photo of a traditional vestibule in Philadelphia with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a double front door, brown floor and a black front door.

Kitchen wide plank flooring of curly Birch, custom milled by Hull Forest Products, 1-800-928-9602 www.hullforest.com. Nationwide shipping. Photo by Mary Prince Photography.

This is an example of an expansive traditional hallway in Atlanta with yellow walls, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

This is an example of a traditional living room in Paris.

Genia Barnes - Barnes Photographics
Photo of a large traditional home design in San Francisco.

Photos by Bruce Glass
Design ideas for a traditional master bathroom in Houston with medium wood cabinets, a freestanding tub, yellow walls, medium hardwood floors and recessed-panel cabinets.

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Traditional hallway in Cork.

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional study room in DC Metro with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a built-in desk and beige floor.

This is an example of a traditional entryway in Surrey.

Victorian front door in Spanish cedar painted
This is an example of a traditional entryway in Philadelphia with a single front door.

This is an example of a large traditional two-storey exterior in Atlanta with wood siding and a hip roof.

Photo of a mid-sized traditional home design in Denver.

Photo of an expansive traditional men's storage and wardrobe in Dallas with glass-front cabinets and medium wood cabinets.

Kristina Cipolla Photography
Traditional laundry room in St Louis.