NEW ALBANY HISTORICAL HOMES FLOURISH
H
istorically, New Albany
is bursting with homes
that tell an abundance
of stories. Laced with
transformations
through the years, many
are coming back to life
through the efforts of
some committed and
passionate individuals.
People who labor to
honor the integrity of the original creation sprinkled with a
vision. On Sept. 9, the New Albany Historic Home Tour will
treat visitors to some of the revitalized houses – including the
home of Max Guenther.
Being a first-time homebuyer, Guenther was looking for
something turnkey. “I originally toured the home next door
which I really liked. When I was told that this home was going
on the market, I decided to take a look, and that is all it took.”
The attention to detail and the proximity to downtown New
Albany was a definite plus when making his decision.
The home was originally constructed as a one-story shotgun
around 1875 with a second floor likely added around the 1890s
and Craftsman-style embellishments transpiring in the 1920s.
But then the liveliness of the home was compromised with
neglect and being turned into a duplex. Hope was restored
when Jane Shine purchased the home in 2014. With her vision,
the home had a rebirth. The Victorian-era pine banister is a
reminder of stories that the house holds along with an array of
architectural detail that pays homage to the style of the home.
A three-color scheme on the home’s facade creates a cheery
demeanor as it greets visitors.
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