Design Confidently, Live Comfortably
Issue #4, May/June 2004
| Cape Revival An addition to an antique gem turns an old house into a new family home by Rob Whitten Martha and Brady bought an 18th-century cape in Maine because it was a beautiful example of the type of house from their childhood memories. It needed updating, but they wanted to maintain the historic character of the property. Architect Rob Whitten explains how he replaced an outdated addition to the house with new spaces that work for the family but respect the original structure. Highlights include reclaimed oak floors that compliment the original 18-inch-wide pine boards and a new dooryard in line with New England's tradition of houses connected to their barns.  Preview next articleResources |
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