Historic Mapleton Hill Remodel

Rosewood Construction, Inc. is currently undertaking a complete renovation of 1039 Mapleton Avenue, a contributing Queen Anne–style home in Boulder’s Mapleton Hill Historic District. Originally built between 1895–1896, the home features stained glass, carved trim, varied siding materials, including locally-sourced stone, and a distinctive tower added in the early 1900s.

This 2026 remodel for the Dauber family enhances the home’s long-term durability, restores historic elements, and adds a fresh, new living space in a way that aligns with Landmark Review Committee guidance.

Historical TimeLine

1039 Owners’ Timeline

  • 1896 house built by C Daniel

  • 1900 Hal Kittle lived in house/Masonic Temple

  • 1903 C. Daniel was original owner. He was a musician and church organist.

  • 1911 Dr. Willard A. Burnham purchased home and lived there with his family. Grace E. Burnham's family lived at 1039 Mapleton avenue from 1911-1938

  • 1938-1951 Clayton and Dora Powell purchase home from Burnham family

  • 1951 Ralph and Genieve Seacrest purchase home from Clayton and Dora Powell for $100 and other valuable considerations. Son David Seacrest grew up in the home

  • 1967 Rene Charlotte Wolf purchase home from Ralph Seacrest other consideration and $10

  • 1969 Robert Bruce Miller and Frances Miller purchased home from Feme and Charlotte Wolf for $32,000

Updates Over 130 Years

• Tower added (c. 1904-1911)

• Dormers modified (1904 - 1911)

• Rear porch enclosed (post 1948)

• Rear deck added

Plans Moving Forward

  • Foundation repair

  • Complete restoration of exterior stone

  • Addition to NE corner of the house

  • Deck and Porch addition to NE side

  • Total interior remodel including, flooring, mechanical, electrical, cabinetry.

  • Asbestos mitigation

What Is Rosewood Doing?

Historic Restoration

Rosewood Construction is executing a comprehensive scope designed to both preserve historic elements and improve how the home functions for a modern family.

Historic Restoration

  • Foundation repair

  • Complete restoration of exterior stone

  • Repair of original historic windows

  • Evaluation and possible repair of the north wall to preserve historic material whenever feasible

  • Replacement of non-original elements (post-1948 rear addition) that do not contribute to the home’s historic character

Thoughtful New Construction

A new three-story rear addition, designed to be secondary in scale and compatible in massing with the original home

  • A new detached one-car garage located appropriately at the rear of the lot

  • A new rear deck with simplified detailing aligned with historic guidelines

  • Construction of retaining walls, fencing, and improved grading to support long-term site stability

Exterior Enhancements

  • Complete restoration of exterior stone

  • Replacement of two front doors

  • Replacement of two stair entries and railings with historically appropriate detailing

  • Updated porch lighting and framed paneling beneath the porch

Every detail reflects Rosewood’s commitment to quality construction and alignment with Boulder’s Mapleton Hill and Landmarks Board design guidelines.

Why Rosewood Construction

Rosewood Construction collaborates closely with architects, homeowners, and Boulder’s Landmarks Review Committee to ensure each design choice enhances—not overwhelms—the original structure.

This includes:

  • Scaling and stepping back the new addition to remain subordinate to the historic roofline

  • Designing dormers that maintain proper hierarchy and do not compete with original architectural features

  • Ensuring reversible construction where possible to preserve the home’s historic integrity over time

  • Choosing materials, proportions, roof pitches, and detailing compatible with the Queen Anne character

The result is a remodel that feels authentic, natural, and rooted in the home’s historic evolution.

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