The beautiful, old barn on this Topsfield estate was at risk of being demolished. Before approaching Mathew Cummings, the homeowner had met with several architects about the structure, and they had all told her that it needed to be torn down. Thankfully, for the sake of the barn and the owner, Cummings Architects has a long and distinguished history of preserving some of the oldest timber framed homes and barns in the U.S. Once the homeowner realized that the barn was not only salvageable, but could be transformed into a new living space that was as utilitarian as it was stunning, the design ideas began flowing fast. In the end, the design came together in a way that met all the family’s needs with all the warmth and style you’d expect in such a venerable, old building. On the ground level of this 200-year old structure, a garage offers ample room for three cars, including one loaded up with kids and groceries. Just off the garage is the mudroom – a large but quaint space with an exposed wood ceiling, custom-built seat with period detailing, and a powder room. The vanity in the powder room features a vanity that was built using salvaged wood and reclaimed bluestone sourced right on the property. Original, exposed timbers frame an expansive, two-story family room that leads, through classic French doors, to a new deck adjacent to the large, open backyard. On the second floor, salvaged barn doors lead to the master suite which features a bright bedroom and bath as well as a custom walk-in closet with his and hers areas separated by a black walnut island. In the master bath, hand-beaded boards surround a claw-foot tub, the perfect place to relax after a long day. In addition, the newly restored and renovated barn features a mid-level exercise studio and a children’s playroom that connects to the main house. From a derelict relic that was slated for demolition to a warmly inviting and beautifully utilitarian living space, this barn has undergone an almost magical transformation to become a beautiful addition and asset to this stately home.

courtyard, dignified, elegantly decorated, entertaining space, family home, majestic, Our client was drawn to the property in Wesley Heights as it was in an established neighborhood of stately homes, on a quiet street with views of park. They wanted a traditional home for their young family with great entertaining spaces that took full advantage of the site. The site was the challenge. The natural grade of the site was far from traditional. The natural grade at the rear of the property was about thirty feet above the street level. Large mature trees provided shade and needed to be preserved. The solution was sectional. The first floor level was elevated from the street by 12 feet, with French doors facing the park. We created a courtyard at the first floor level that provide an outdoor entertaining space, with French doors that open the home to the courtyard.. By elevating the first floor level, we were able to allow on-grade parking and a private direct entrance to the lower level pub "Mulligans". An arched passage affords access to the courtyard from a shared driveway with the neighboring homes, while the stone fountain provides a focus. A sweeping stone stair anchors one of the existing mature trees that was preserved and leads to the elevated rear garden. The second floor master suite opens to a sitting porch at the level of the upper garden, providing the third level of outdoor space that can be used for the children to play. The home's traditional language is in context with its neighbors, while the design allows each of the three primary levels of the home to relate directly to the outside. Builder: Peterson & Collins, Inc Photos © Anice Hoachlander

ナントにあるお手頃価格の中くらいなコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれな家の外観の写真

バーミングハムにある高級な中くらいなトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれな家の外観 (レンガサイディング) の写真

ローリーにあるトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれな家の外観の写真

Exterior view of white home on Sullivan's Island by Sea Island Builders. Shutters typical of beach style home on white island.
チャールストンにあるトロピカルスタイルのおしゃれな家の外観の写真

他の地域にある高級な中くらいなコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれな家の外観 (漆喰サイディング) の写真

Photo Credit © Will Austin
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A view of the master bedroom and rotunda patio overlooking the rear of the property. The Mansard style Roof uses Slate Shingles. The exterior stone is Indiana Limestone. Miller + Miller Architectural Photography

タンパにあるトロピカルスタイルのおしゃれな白い家の写真

Jean Allsopp ( http://jeanallsopp.com/ )
マイアミにある地中海スタイルのおしゃれな家の外観の写真

ニューヨークにあるラグジュアリーな巨大なトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれな家の外観の写真

Front Elevation: 41 West Coastal Retreat Series reveals creative, fresh ideas, for a new look to define the casual beach lifestyle of Naples. More than a dozen custom variations and sizes are available to be built on your lot. From this spacious 3,000 square foot, 3 bedroom model, to larger 4 and 5 bedroom versions ranging from 3,500 - 10,000 square feet, including guest house options.

Front Elevation: 41 West Coastal Retreat Series reveals creative, fresh ideas, for a new look to define the casual beach lifestyle of Naples. More than a dozen custom variations and sizes are available to be built on your lot. From this spacious 3,000 square foot, 3 bedroom model, to larger 4 and 5 bedroom versions ranging from 3,500 - 10,000 square feet, including guest house options.

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ロサンゼルスにあるトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれな白い家の写真

ワシントンD.C.にあるカントリー風のおしゃれな家の外観の写真

Paul Crosby Architectural Photography
ミネアポリスにある中くらいなトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれな家の外観の写真

Greg Premru
ボストンにあるトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれな家の外観 (石材サイディング) の写真