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.

In this living room dining room combo we updated the 1997 finishes. The flooring was removed replaced engineered wood floors. The textured walls were smoothed and new white trim was added. The popcorn ceiling was removed and replaced with a beautiful smooth ceiling.

This lovely living room's soaring beamed ceiling, river rock fireplace, softly neutral palette and natural elements all contribute to a restful feel. Our clients wanted to walk in to their forever home and find a place of peace and refuge.

モンペリエにあるカントリー風のおしゃれなリビング (マルチカラーの壁、据え置き型テレビ、ベージュの床) の写真

This room is practical jet very comfortable, Large seating spaces for entertainment
マイアミにある高級な小さなカントリー風のおしゃれなLDK (白い壁、クッションフロア、据え置き型テレビ、三角天井) の写真

他の地域にある中くらいなカントリー風のおしゃれなリビング (グレーの壁、無垢フローリング、コーナー設置型暖炉、レンガの暖炉まわり、据え置き型テレビ、茶色い床) の写真

This console table was a great way to indicate the entry in this open-concept house. Creative use of hooks and trunks added storage and functionality to an otherwise useless area. Photo: Rebecca Quandt

This gracious entertaining space is a wing separate from family spaces. It has large patio doors to the farm and the courtyard letting light in from every angle. Photos by Katie Basil Photography

The Goldenwood Guest House is the first phase of a larger estate multi-phase project with the clients are moving into the renovated guest house as we start construction on the main house renovation and addition soon. This is a whole-house renovation to an existing 750sf guest cottage settled near the existing main residence. The property is located West of Austin in Driftwood, TX and the cottage strives to capture a sense of refined roughness. The layout maximizes efficiency in the small space with built-in cabinet storage and shelving in the living room and kitchen. Each space is softly day lit and the open floor plan of the Living, Dining, and Kitchen allows the spaces to feel expansive without sacrificing privacy to the bedroom and restroom. Photo by Ryan Farnau. See our video walk-through: http://youtu.be/lx9wTAm7J-8

インディアナポリスにあるお手頃価格の中くらいなカントリー風のおしゃれなLDK (白い壁、淡色無垢フローリング、暖炉なし、据え置き型テレビ、ベージュの床) の写真

デヴォンにあるお手頃価格の広いカントリー風のおしゃれなリビング (白い壁、淡色無垢フローリング、吊り下げ式暖炉、漆喰の暖炉まわり、据え置き型テレビ、ベージュの床) の写真

ダラスにある高級な中くらいなカントリー風のおしゃれなリビング (白い壁、テラコッタタイルの床、暖炉なし、据え置き型テレビ、オレンジの床) の写真

グランドラピッズにある中くらいなカントリー風のおしゃれなリビング (グレーの壁、濃色無垢フローリング、標準型暖炉、石材の暖炉まわり、据え置き型テレビ、茶色い床) の写真

ダラスにあるお手頃価格の中くらいなカントリー風のおしゃれなLDK (据え置き型テレビ、白い壁、コーナー設置型暖炉) の写真

This gracious entertaining space is a wing separate from family spaces. It has large patio doors to the farm and the courtyard letting light in from every angle. Photos by Katie Basil Photography

他の地域にある広いカントリー風のおしゃれなLDK (グレーの壁、無垢フローリング、据え置き型テレビ、茶色い床) の写真

オレンジカウンティにあるお手頃価格の中くらいなカントリー風のおしゃれなLDK (グレーの壁、無垢フローリング、暖炉なし、据え置き型テレビ) の写真

オースティンにある中くらいなカントリー風のおしゃれなLDK (緑の壁、セラミックタイルの床、暖炉なし、据え置き型テレビ) の写真

Mis-matched bar stools helps introduce the rustic wood theme from the kitchen into the living room without being overwhelming. The east facing windows pour light into the house that floods the new open-concept layout. Photo: Rebecca Quandt