RENOVATE WITH PRYOR

UPDATE: New Look On Norwood

July 9, 2017/0 Comments/in Blog /by Pryorconstruction

The exterior of this home has gotten update. We have just finished installing new siding and trim to complement the existing yellow brick. This new color makes a bold and clean statement.

Pryor Construction Process

July 9, 2017/0 Comments/in Blog /by Pryorconstruction

An important part of our process that we have found valuable is the weekly site meeting. One meeting a week allows for us to meet with homeowners and usually the architect to discuss current progress and upcoming decisions needed. This also allow us to communicate changes and new details to our staff consistently. Without this time homeowners tend to get lost in the process and projects stall needlessly.

Hone In On Hoyne: Historic Preservation

July 9, 2017/0 Comments/in Blog /by Pryorconstruction

During this large project that included a full gut of the existing interior and building a rear addition special care has been given to protect the original glass windows on the front of the home. These windows allow this home to retain its original character inside and from the street while also having an updated floor plan that works for a modern family.

Hone In On Hoyne: Appliances

July 9, 2017/0 Comments/in Blog /by Pryorconstruction

We are close to the finish line when the appliance package is delivered. Appliance packages are decided farther in advance than most people realize. The power requirements and sizes of special appliances are needed by the mechanical subcontractors before drywall is installed. The list of these items are also confirmed with the cabinet builder before he begins – sometimes six to eight weeks in advance.

Hone In On Hoyne: Tile

July 9, 2017/0 Comments/in Blog /by Pryorconstruction

The tile choices have been made for all the bathrooms, floors and kitchen. They are now on site and are being installed. We are working to make sure that bold patterns are thoughtfully arranged.

UPDATE: Hone In On Hoyne

July 9, 2017/0 Comments/in Blog /by Pryorconstruction

The white oak floors have been installed and a stain color has been chosen. These pictures demonstrate how the same color floors look dramatically in differentnatural light.

UPDATE: Hone In On Hoyne

July 9, 2017/0 Comments/in Blog /by Pryorconstruction

White oak flooring has been chosen for this project. The wood has been on site to acclimate and installation as begun. The color of white oak allows for a lighter stain colors. Stain on red oak will always be effected by the natural red undertone of the wood.

Keeping Character : Reproducing Crown Molding

July 9, 2017/0 Comments/in Blog /by Pryorconstruction

One project we are working on requires the reproduction of plaster crown molding that was originally formed on site by an artisan over one hundred years ago. These artisans are now hard to find and the expense of creating plaster crown molding on site is very cost prohibitive. We have carefully traced a piece of the original molding and we are going recreate the profile using four individual custom wood pieces. When installed this will have the same dramatic appearance of the original large plaster molding.

Office On Montrose

June 10, 2017/0 Comments/in Blog /by Pryorconstruction

We have updated our windows on Montrose Street. Renovation is a journey that requires a significant amount of thought, passion and energy. Our goal is in capturing your vision from inception through completion. Integrating experienced design, perceptive guidance, and observant quality, we’re able to provide a superior value and improved way of living. We are a discerning construction company that provides a comprehensive approach tailored to your specific project needs. With this truly organic process and skilled resources, the seamless transition from old to new is achievable. We are committed to being a trusted partner in this pursuit, delivering peace of mind and infinite possibilities to your home. Contact our Office at 773-334-1800.

UPDATE – New Look On Norwood

June 10, 2017/0 Comments/in Blog /by Pryorconstruction

We are at a very important stage in this renovation. Choosing the floor stain color can be challenging we combine older flooring with new flooring. We recommend that the homeowners choose a stain slightly darker than the existing. This will hide the age difference in the flooring and help blend the grain style from each floor plank. Our clients have decided to go with a darker richer color. We have sanded and prepared samples throughout the house to see the color in different lighting conditions. We have also placed trim colors and cabinet door samples next to the samples to show the contract in colors.

Pryor Construction Featured in Remodeling Magazine 1999

October 28, 2016/0 Comments/in Featured /by bjorn

One of our companies earliest projects in Andersonville was featured in Remodeling Magazine. This eight page article describes in detail the process behind a gut rehab in Chicago. This craftsman style is still very appealing today.

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Pryor Construction – Single family de-conversion gut rehabs – Since 1993

October 24, 2016/in Featured /by support

Pete Pryor found a masonry two flat on 5300 block of North Wayne in Andersonville in the summer of 1993. He recognized that the house had good bones but was in overall poor shape. The previous owner of thirty years had done very little to maintain the property. He also had a compulsion for hoarding. After 2 weeks of demolition and a half dozen forty-yard dumpster, the place was finally ready to be transformed. Partnering with a local architect, plans were drawn for a full gut rehab and attic addition. The house was completely dismantled down to its shell and the front façade was completely removed. The new rebuilt elevation design allowed the new construction to blend seamlessly with the historic Andersonville aesthetic. The project took six months to complete and home remains as an excellent example good renovation.