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Editor’s Note: Jane Shine of Money Pitt LLC took on
the project when the house was debilitated and had
the vision to turn it into a treasure. Josh Naville of
Naville Construction completed the renovation.
its close proximity to the other homes on each
side,” Guenther said.
“If I am not on my front porch, then my favorite
place to be is definitely my reading room,”
Guenther said.
Defined by tapered posts, Guenther’s reading
room is decorated with comfortable easy chairs
layered with family pieces. It is a room that easily
accesses the kitchen and the living room. While
Shine’s vision was careful to not overly-modernize
the kitchen, she was sure to add those amenities
that make living easier.
The dark, floating cabinetry brightened by the
subway tile backsplash gives the airy space a stylish
twist. The natural light is abundant throughout
the home, which was a delightful discovery. “I
was very surprised how bright the space is with
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“If I am not on my front
porch, then my favorite
place to be is definitely
my reading room.”
– Max Guenther
The neutral palette also allows him to use
his accessories to make a statement. The black
and white photographs of various New Albany
landmarks decorate the walls in the living room,
adding an element of deep-seeded Southern
Indiana roots. “I took the photographs with my
phone and really love the black and white element.”
Guenther has a deep appreciation for the work
that went into revitalizing this home. “In my
opinion, the quality of work put into this home
from top to bottom is the most distinctive element.
You must see it up close to truly appreciate what
this 100-plus-year-old home has been turned into.”