This home was built for it's current owners about 9 years ago. They have felt that the arrival, about a 1/2 mile drive from the road, didn't allow for a full appreciation of the building(s). After meeting with the homeowner and designing the layout as you see it we began by removing a large stand of hemlocks that had previously blocked the house, almost completely. Maintaining the most desirable, mature plants was of major consideration and gave way to many of the design challenges/solutions. The grading was manipulated to create a terrace that is retained by 2 long walls. Each wall terminates with a large column, each capped with limestone and light fixtures to match the house fixtures. We set custom granite curbing that has a thermaled top that gives a more worn and timeless appearance. The existing clay brick walks were maintained and an additional walk leads to the pool. This project illustrates how an existing condition, while seemingly appropriate, can be dramitically improved with some thoughtful design consideration. The beginning and the end of this work tie back together with the existing condition seamlessly.
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