Upstairs: The process began by tearing down the old wooden paneling, exposing three windows that had been covered over. This allowed for greater natural light into the balcony area. Once the room was then drywalled, the construction team mimicked the original construction by applying the old batten construction method, instead of simply just of taping the joints, as the building will not be heated in the winter.
The upper half of the balcony was cut out to allow viewing access to the ground floor, which also opened it up for acoustical purposes. This upstairs area is now a focal point of the building as Northumberland sunset inspired colors (brilliant oranges and yellows) are lit up by newly installed hanging light fixtures.
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Balcony: The original design did not serve as a balcony. With a portion of the wall removed the beauty of the building is revealed. Both the up and downstairs areas have a new look and a new feel. The entire building is warmed and brightened with this transformation.
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Doors: The recently installed doors were built in 1825, and came from a Presbyterian church in Oxford, Nova Scotia. A local antique dealer had acquired them when it was demolished. What really astounded the construction crew is how perfectly the doors fit into the original openings, considering the passage of time and the settling of the building.
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Foyer: The idea behind the foyer was to represent the beautiful landscape of Nova Scotia. The mural of the province showcases visitation spots for both tourists and local people alike.
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