Saratoga Victorian Saratoga Springs, NY

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A large, dark-colored Victorian-style house with a wraparound porch, decorative trim, and a steeply pitched roof surrounded by lush green trees and bushes.

Victorian-style house with a spacious porch, surrounded by greenery, featuring a combination of dark blue and red exterior with white trim, decorative elements, and hanging ferns.

Exterior view of an ornate Victorian-style house with black and red siding and decorative trim, featuring a porch with white columns. In the foreground is a patio area with a black metal table and chairs.

Elegant dining room with a round table set for six, a large chandelier overhead, a curved window with Roman shades, a brick fireplace with a wooden mantel, and a framed painting above.

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Victorian style house with a steeply pitched roof, front porch, and decorative trim, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

Elegant dining room with a circular wooden table, six chairs, a central chandelier, a brick fireplace, and large bay windows with white roman shades.

Modern kitchen with a white marble island, wooden base, two barstools, and light blue cabinetry in the background.

A kitchen with light blue glass-front cabinetry, a white farmhouse sink, and a vase of tulips on the countertop. The room opens into another area with a light blue island, marble countertops, and wooden bar stools.

Cozy living room with wooden built-in shelves and fireplace, large wall-mounted TV, patterned armchair, patterned sofa, gold branch chandelier, framed artwork, and potted plants.

Victorian-style interior with wooden staircase, floral patterned wallpaper, ornate ceiling molding, white columns, and hardwood flooring.

Elegant living room with a grand piano, ornate chandelier, intricate ceiling moldings, classical columns, and a white fireplace with a painting above it.

A beautifully decorated living room with large windows framed in dark blue, featuring a window seat with cushions. There are two wooden chairs near the windows, and the room is adorned with a vase of pink flowers on a table. The walls are painted in a combination of white and dark blue wainscoting, with a framed artwork hanging above. Light streams in from the outside, highlighting the decorative moldings and bright green garden view.

Elegant bathroom with a freestanding white bathtub, glass-enclosed shower, black and white patterned tile floor, dark blue walls, white subway tile, large arched mirror, indoor plant, and ornate chandelier.

Phinney Design Group undertook the thoughtful renovation of a historic home on Union Avenue in Saratoga Springs, blending modern functionality with the timeless charm of the property. The project began with a meticulous assessment of the home’s existing character, ensuring all updates honored its architectural heritage.

To improve the flow of the residence, strategic adjustments were made to the layout, creating more cohesive transitions between spaces while maintaining the integrity of original features such as trim profiles, doors, and hardwood floors. The kitchen and bathrooms, which required modernization, were reimagined in collaboration with CMC Design Studio, whose interior expertise helped bring warmth, elegance, and livability to the redesigned spaces. Together, the teams introduced contemporary design elements and materials that harmonize with the home’s historic aesthetic. High-quality finishes, custom cabinetry, and timeless fixtures were carefully selected to ensure these updates feel both fresh and enduring.

Phinney Design Group also restored key historic features of the home, revitalizing original moldings and other architectural details that contribute to the property’s unique character. The team employed a preservation-minded approach, blending traditional craftsmanship with innovative techniques to bring these elements back to life. Complementing this architectural restoration, CMC Design Studio’s attention to interior details—from lighting and furniture placement to layered textures and finishes—ensured that every space feels cohesive, comfortable, and true to the spirit of the home.

A new cohesive porch and mudroom addition were seamlessly integrated into the design, respecting the historic proportions and materials of the original structure. These additions provide practical, functional spaces for modern living while enhancing the home’s curb appeal. The porch, with its detailed woodwork and inviting design, offers a nod to Saratoga Springs’ storied architectural legacy, while the mudroom delivers essential utility without sacrificing elegance.

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