Story Hill Renovations LLC

Story Hill Renovations LLC Preserving Milwaukee’s Homes, One Story at a Time 🏠
Award-Winning Renovations | Certified NARI Pros

The company partners, Jack Golatke and Tom Mainville both native Milwaukeeans are graduates of local universities. They have taken their passion of vintage homes, architecture and real estate rehabilitation, and have grown into an award winning, NARI Certified remodeling company. While kitchen and bathrooms are their specialty, they also have extensive experience in remodeling basements, attic conversions, and exterior restoration.

06/12/2026

Searching for a timeless kitchen style? You don’t have to choose between being a silver girl or a gold girl… why not be both?

Mixing metals is one of the easiest ways to create a kitchen that feels layered, collected, and timeless. The key is balance. Warm wood tones, polished nickel hardware, and thoughtfully selected finishes work together to add depth and character without feeling overly coordinated.

The most beautiful kitchens aren’t about matching everything perfectly, they’re about creating harmony through contrast!

Looking for finished basement ideas that work for the whole family?This cozy kids' nook started as a boring under-the-st...
06/11/2026

Looking for finished basement ideas that work for the whole family?

This cozy kids' nook started as a boring under-the-stairs closet. Rather than hiding the space behind a door, we transformed it into a playful feature with custom floating shelves, integrated lighting, and storage baskets for toys, books, and games.

Shave this post for inspiration!

Photos by Landre Photography

Would a custom range hood elevate your kitchen design?We think so. From a custom-built framework to a stunning plaster s...
06/09/2026

Would a custom range hood elevate your kitchen design?

We think so. From a custom-built framework to a stunning plaster statement piece, this range hood brings character, architectural interest, and a sense of craftsmanship that instantly elevates the entire space. More than just a functional feature, it serves as a focal point that helps transform a kitchen from standard to truly custom.

Every great kitchen starts with a conversation. Visit our website to see more transformations and schedule a consultation with our design-build team.

After Photo by Landre Photography
Cabinetry by Wauwatosa Cabinet Works

06/07/2026

One of our favorite details in this pantry was the vintage light fixture. Its warm glow and textured glass bring so much character to the space, while the grasscloth wallcovering adds depth and richness to the small space.

As part of this renovation, we updated the adjacent powder room and refinished the first-floor doors, including the fron...
06/04/2026

As part of this renovation, we updated the adjacent powder room and refinished the first-floor doors, including the front door, to create a more cohesive look throughout the home. Tackling a kitchen and bathroom renovation at the same time can be one of the most cost-effective ways to renovate, helping streamline construction, reduce duplicate labor costs, and create a more unified design.

Photos by Landre Photography

Story Hill Renovations is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our Milwaukee-based design-build remodeling tea...
06/03/2026

Story Hill Renovations is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our Milwaukee-based design-build remodeling team. If you have 3+ years of residential remodeling project management experience and a passion for craftsmanship, organization, and client service, we'd love to hear from you.

In this role, you'll:

✔ Manage multiple remodeling projects from handoff to completion
✔ Serve as the primary client contact throughout construction
✔ Coordinate trade partners and maintain project schedules
✔ Ensure exceptional quality, jobsite safety, and cleanliness
✔ Collaborate closely with our design and production teams
✔ Lead projects that transform some of Milwaukee's most distinctive older homes

We're looking for someone who is:

▪ Detail-oriented and quality-focused
▪ A strong communicator and leader
▪ Self-motivated and highly organized
▪ Comfortable managing client expectations and solving problems
▪ Passionate about residential remodeling and continuous learning

Story Hill Renovations specializes in thoughtful renovations of Milwaukee's older homes, blending historic character with modern functionality.

Interested? Send your resume and a brief introduction to [email protected].

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A refreshed dining space is proof that thoughtful details can completely shift how a home feels. From the new chandelier...
05/30/2026

A refreshed dining space is proof that thoughtful details can completely shift how a home feels. From the new chandelier to fresh paint and a timeless stair runner, these subtle updates may seem small individually, but together they create a lasting impact!

Photos by Landre Photography

Rounded cabinetry edges, generous walkways, and repeated curved forms were intentionally carried throughout this kitchen...
05/27/2026

Rounded cabinetry edges, generous walkways, and repeated curved forms were intentionally carried throughout this kitchen to guide movement and create a softer, more natural flow for everyday living and entertaining. Because these homeowners love to cook together and host often, every clearance was thoughtfully planned at 42” or wider, allowing multiple people to move comfortably through the space.

The widened pantry opening required extensive coordination so the surrounding casework, millwork, and custom cabinetry would align seamlessly and feel fully integrated with the home’s original architecture.

A special shoutout to Willow Design for bringing these custom cabinetry details to life so beautifully, and to Landre Photography for capturing the final result!

This kitchen get's beautiful light all day but especially in the morning ☀️ We especially love the Milwaukee "Cream City...
05/26/2026

This kitchen get's beautiful light all day but especially in the morning ☀️

We especially love the Milwaukee "Cream City" brick veneer backsplash from Vintage Brick Salvage LLC

Photo by Landre Photography

Address

11504 W Bluemound Road
Wauwatosa, WI
53226

Telephone

+14142091988

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