Polhemus Savery DaSilva's client's goal was to restore the original portion of the house and expand it with additions that maintained the traditional look "as if they had always been there".

We brightened the interiors by opening the existing living and dining areas to a new kitchen that has modern cabinets and appliances in a traditional, Cape Cod Cottage style. The existing stair was opened to the living room and second floor hall to allow natural light into these areas while reusing original newel posts and banisters.

The historical significance of the streetscape was improved by removing recent past additions constructed of materials, and using detailing, which were out of character with the original home. The appearance was also improved by replacing damaged exterior shingles, shutters, and trim and by replacing a concrete block foundation with a brick faced foundation.