The client sought a two-story addition and reconfiguration to a turn-of-the-century home originally constructed in 1895. While the classic four-square design made for a very minimal, clean plan configuration, it created a design challenge to add to such a regular form on the exterior with an asymmetrical program and layout.
The house benefits from 9’ ceilings, and a central stair that circulates between walk out basement, all the way up to the finished attic level. Field stone foundations on the existing house were cues to add natural field stone veneer accents to the new concrete foundations. Shake siding, and short fractional window mullions add charm and period-appropriate detail.
Circulation was shifted from the front façade to the drive-side of the house, as a new mudroom, foyer, laundry, scullery and closets were added to update the outdated layout to more closely reflect Modern-day life. A kitchen addition with ample windows facing the rear yard and nature preserve beyond affords ample morning natural light. The addition also frames the pool and hardscape additions, between the main house and carriage house that was previously renovated by the owners.
January 6, 2025
