Harwich House
This renovation and addition reimagines a late-1800s home for modern family living while preserving the character of the historic home. Designed for a young family, the project carefully balances restoration with new construction, creating generous gathering areas, additional bedrooms, and a more open, connected layout within the footprint of a constrained site.
To support the transformation, the existing house was lifted and set on a new foundation, allowing for the addition of a full walkout basement that significantly expands the home’s usable living space. The garage was relocated to improve the site layout and strengthen the relationship between the house, outdoor spaces, and landscape. Though primarily used during the summer months, the architecture and landscape were thoughtfully designed and built for comfortable year-round living.
| Project Category | Historic Renovation/Addition |
|---|---|
| Scope of Work | Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Construction |
| Finished Space Above Grade | 3,847 |
| Photography | Brian Vanden Brink |
The expanded and reconfigured interior creates a more connected and welcoming atmosphere for everyday family life.
The kitchen, dining, and adjacent living spaces were designed to feel open, functional, and relaxed, with beautiful finishes and layered blue tones that bring a subtle coastal character to the interiors.
Color, texture, and pattern bring warmth and personality to the entire house.
Bedrooms and bathrooms on the second floor provide ample sleeping space, while wallpapered ceilings and playful finishes give each room a distinct identity. Thoughtful details and varied materials carry throughout the upper level.
Lifting the house created the opportunity for new living space below, while outdoor areas were designed as a natural extension of the home.
The existing house was set on a new foundation, making room for a full walkout basement and significantly expanding the home’s usable square footage. A new patio, outdoor kitchen, pergola, and firepit create seamless indoor-outdoor living while preserving open yard space for gathering and play.
