Outdoor Spaces
Folding glass doors connects the living area with the large deck overlooking the water.
Fresh, bright, and cheery, the updated architecturally significant residence complements the couple’s modern lifestyle.
Nestled in its hillside lot, the multi-level home features ample covered outdoor space.
The new home’s covered porch takes inspiration from the porch of the 150-year-old cottage shared by the extended family, just 100 yards away from the main home. The porch is designed for enjoying summer sunsets.
The previous homeowners had cultivated a large, Asian-inspired garden. The courtyard centers around this towering, bushy tree.
Dating back to 1961, the refreshed dwelling is an architectural jewel box, with a price tag to match.
Natalie and Lauren wanted to replicate the feel of a Zen garden with their home’s central courtyard. The garden features a Japanese maple that pops against the charred timber cladding, while structurally, the U-shape design ushers light right through to the back of the house.