From the book: German Village Stories Behind the Bricks
John M. Clark
The Beauty Parlor
180 East Beck Street
John M. Clark
The Beauty Parlor
180 East Beck Street
The Franklin County's Auditor's online records for this address, and virtually every other address in Columbus date back only as far as 1920. There is little doubt, however, that this two-story home is much older. Over the years it has served both residential and commercial purposes. Some neighbors have recalled a time when a beauty parlor occupied the first floor.
But big changes were on the horizon when, in 1999, two men bought the property and began a full restoration. First white paint was removed, revealing the natural brick exterior.
Great care was taken in renovating the homes interior, as well. Architect, William Hugus, replicated the original baseboards, doors and window-casings. Wood windows were replaced. No detail was too small or too big, including custom-made door hinges and knobs, French-designed house numbers by the front door and a concealed second-story "safe room".
A dilapidated non-historic garage behind the house was demolished and replaced by a combination two-story garage and carriage house. A tunnel, doubling as a wine cellar, was dug to connect the main house to the new structure in the back.
Markings on the bricks seem to indicate a one-time large picture window. And for many years, the building was painted white.
Editor's note: The adorable nook that is part of the transition from the original house and the newer addition.
Some decorative brick work alongside of the house.
The backyard fence is built to showcase a pine tree for walkers by.
The home and its owners were featured in the 2008 German Village Haus and Garten tour.
If you are interested in more tales about the history of other homes and commercial buildings in German Village click here for German Village Stories - Behind the Bricks.
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