Key takeaways A Wendell Lovett-designed home in Bellevue, Washington, was saved from demolition despite severe damage and neglect. The renovation preserved the home's midcentury character while updating it for modern buyers. Historic restorations cost more but can command comparable premiums at resale. When James Dainard first stepped foot into this dilapidated home in Bellevue, Washington, there was plenty of cause for concern.