Merion Avenue

Historically Authentic in Every Stone

The homeowner of Merion Avenue wanted to create a warm, comfortable home with historically authentic details that were inspired by their original Lancaster County house. John Shaffer Custom Homes worked with the homeowner to duplicate this home in Haddonfield, NJ with a few minor improvements and careful attention to all the historic details. From the real 6” stone siding sourced locally from a quarry in Pennsylvania to a full masonry fireplace, this custom home achieved the homeowner historic vision.

Historic Details

From Entryway to Living Areas, Historic Details Elevate this Home

Historically Authentic shutter hardware, door knocker, and lamppost provide a unique welcome that invite a classic ambience. Custom site built trim and wainscoting adorn doorways to create warmth and comfort.

Stone by Stone

Full Masonary Fireplace

At the heart of this home is a full masonry fireplace that was recreated to each stone placement.

Because we lived in another state and were acting as designer as well as client, it was important that our relationship be seamless. It was. John and Dan worked with us to execute an approach that accommodated our out of state residence. They demonstrated their commitment to being fully invested in achieving our objectives by even driving out to our existing home more than once to get an in-person perspective on what we wanted to replicate in our new home.

— Linda Springer

Custom Details at Every Turn

Custom kitchen cabinetry and vanities throughout that match the homeowner’s historic taste, along with solid maple hardwood floors and a screened in porch help create the warmth and comfort of this classical home.