Long used as an inn, this home of historical importance had been left in disrepair after years of constant visitors and minimal upkeep. Renovation work that was done was often unsympathetic, robbing the home of a sense of identity. Our design approached the whole-house remodel from two directions by bringing the exterior look back to its historic origins, while reworking the interiors to be more appropriate to today’s lifestyle. The fully renovated home retains much of its original appearance, with the new additions barely discernible from the historic portions. It also remains in keeping with the surrounding neighborhood. Inside was, not surprisingly, a rabbit warren of chopped-up little rooms. The first floor is now an open-concept space with the living area, dining area, and kitchen all sharing a room that runs almost the entire length and width of the first floor. Opening off one end of the space is a screened-in porch. At the other end is an outdoor dining area. Both overlook the terrace, which includes a pool and spa, a fire pit, and multiple seating areas.
