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At AJ Hackett Design & Construction we offer the knowledge and experience to reproduce or repair the elements that comprise your architectural legacy. From Colonial to Monterey, to Low Country plantation manors, we have the expertise to preserve or reproduce the structure in its entirety. In addition, we take pride in merging traditional design elements seamlessly with the conveniences of modern living. This includes harmonious additions to existing buildings or the construction of the "new-old" home.
As experienced tradesmen and preservationists, we have developed an intimate, "hands-on" understanding of the unique virtues of the historic building tradition. The old home bears unique subtleties that one gradually appreciates over time. Worn thresholds, hand-planed woodwork, wavy glass … these are the nuances that give life and soul to the home. We offer the ability to recreate or restore these textures while fully accommodating the demands of modern living.
Historic structures reflect the human culture and natural landscape that produced them. The legacy of historic design demonstrates the close attention of the original builders to making buildings that work for our climate and way of life. Their design principles are as relevant today as they were centuries ago. The fact that they have lasted to the present demonstrates a triumph of early technologies and proper use of materials over modern building methods. With AJ Hackett Design & Construction you will discover the unique and relaxed sense of place that can only be found in old homes. You will experience a sense of comfort as the structure's time worn surfaces avail themselves to you. To us, this speaks of an enduring legacy to which you become a part.
Let us help you develop a design for your new home or addition based on cues from period buildings in your neighborhood or from historic
details that inspire you. We can enhance the design by drawing from the same historic pattern books that our forefathers used and from our
own archive of period work.
Our historic restoration guide to the right is provided to help homeowners understand the historic restoration process and plan their own project.
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