Our challenge was to transform key areas of this home that were somewhat ignored in a previous renovation. Located in the heart of Larkspur, the reveal was a bright and modern home that marries seamlessly with the rest of the updates. This home is a Historical Landmark, so we worked diligently to honor and protect the architecture and history as we design updates to the Entry, Stairs, Living Room and Dining Room. Splashes of color, texture, pattern, and shine were introduced to add charisma and breath new life. Now, the entire home serves all aspects of life for this happy family.

Our team thoughtfully designed an addition and renovation to satisfy our client’s style and needs without compromising the history and old-world charm of the existing 150+-year-old historic home. • Addition + Renovation, 1852 Built Home Lincoln, MA

Our challenge was to transform key areas of this home that were somewhat ignored in a previous renovation. Located in the heart of Larkspur, the reveal was a bright and modern home that marries seamlessly with the rest of the updates. This home is a Historical Landmark, so we worked diligently to honor and protect the architecture and history as we design updates to the Entry, Stairs, Living Room and Dining Room. Splashes of color, texture, pattern, and shine were introduced to add charisma and breath new life. Now, the entire home serves all aspects of life for this happy family.

Our challenge was to transform key areas of this home that were somewhat ignored in a previous renovation. Located in the heart of Larkspur, the reveal was a bright and modern home that marries seamlessly with the rest of the updates. This home is a Historical Landmark, so we worked diligently to honor and protect the architecture and history as we design updates to the Entry, Stairs, Living Room and Dining Room. Splashes of color, texture, pattern, and shine were introduced to add charisma and breath new life. Now, the entire home serves all aspects of life for this happy family.

Property Marketed by Hudson Place Realty - A piece of Hoboken history. Built as a model home at the turn of the 20th century for distinguished homebuyers to preview and choose their finishes, 926 Hudson Street features the most impressive details and craftsmanship available then and irreplaceable now. This “high status” home sits on an extra wide and deep lot (21.25 x110), has been impeccably maintained & offers 4 floors + basement, 4+ bedrooms, and an unusually large yard. 3 sets of original double oak entry doors with spectacular stained and beveled glass, 7 magnificent marble fireplaces, intact original ceilings with full plaster embellishments, bay window with built-in seating, pier mirrors, built-in mahogany bookcase, two sets of grand pocket doors with decorative etched glass, 3 flights of mahogany newel posts, banisters and balusters, stunning parquet floors & lincrusta. The brownstone façade was recently restored and rare Italianate iron work was added.

Property Marketed by Hudson Place Realty - A piece of Hoboken history. Built as a model home at the turn of the 20th century for distinguished homebuyers to preview and choose their finishes, 926 Hudson Street features the most impressive details and craftsmanship available then and irreplaceable now. This “high status” home sits on an extra wide and deep lot (21.25 x110), has been impeccably maintained & offers 4 floors + basement, 4+ bedrooms, and an unusually large yard. 3 sets of original double oak entry doors with spectacular stained and beveled glass, 7 magnificent marble fireplaces, intact original ceilings with full plaster embellishments, bay window with built-in seating, pier mirrors, built-in mahogany bookcase, two sets of grand pocket doors with decorative etched glass, 3 flights of mahogany newel posts, banisters and balusters, stunning parquet floors & lincrusta. The brownstone façade was recently restored and rare Italianate iron work was added.

Property Marketed by Hudson Place Realty - A piece of Hoboken history. Built as a model home at the turn of the 20th century for distinguished homebuyers to preview and choose their finishes, 926 Hudson Street features the most impressive details and craftsmanship available then and irreplaceable now. This “high status” home sits on an extra wide and deep lot (21.25 x110), has been impeccably maintained & offers 4 floors + basement, 4+ bedrooms, and an unusually large yard. 3 sets of original double oak entry doors with spectacular stained and beveled glass, 7 magnificent marble fireplaces, intact original ceilings with full plaster embellishments, bay window with built-in seating, pier mirrors, built-in mahogany bookcase, two sets of grand pocket doors with decorative etched glass, 3 flights of mahogany newel posts, banisters and balusters, stunning parquet floors & lincrusta. The brownstone façade was recently restored and rare Italianate iron work was added.

This project presented unique opportunities that are not often found in residential landscaping. The homeowners were not only restoring their 1840's era farmhouse, a piece of their family’s history, but also enlarging and updating the home for modern living. The landscape designers continued this idea by creating a space that is a modern day interpretation of an 1840s era farm rather then a strict recreation. The resulting design combines elements of farm living from that time, as well as acknowledging the property’s history as a horse farm, with staples of 21st century landscapes such as space for outdoor living, lighting, and newer plant varieties. Guests approach from the main driveway which winds through the property and ends at the main barn. There is secondary gated driveway just for the homeowners. Connected to this main driveway is a narrower gravel lane which leads directly to the residence. The lane passes near fruit trees planted in broken rows to give the illusion that they are the remains of an orchard that once existed on the site. The lane widens at the entrance to the gardens where there is a hitching post built into the fence that surrounds the gardens and a watering trough. The widened section is intended as a place to park a golf cart or, in a nod to the home’s past, tie up horses before entering. The gravel lane passes between two stone pillars and then ends at a square gravel court edged in cobblestones. The gravel court transitions into a wide flagstone walk bordered with yew hedges and lavender leading to the front door. Directly to the right, upon entering the gravel court, is located a gravel and cobblestone edged walk leading to a secondary entrance into the residence. The walk is gated where it connects with the gravel court to close it off so as not to confuse visitors and guests to the main residence and to emphasize the primary entrance. An area for a bench is provided along this walk to encourage stopping to view and enjoy the gardens. On either side of the front door, gravel and cobblestone walks branch off into the garden spaces. The one on the right leads to a flagstone with cobblestone border patio space. Since the home has no designated backyard like most modern suburban homes the outdoor living space had to be placed in what would traditionally be thought of as the front of the house. The patio is separated from the entrance walk by the yew hedge and further enclosed by three Amelanchiers and a variety of plantings including modern cultivars of old fashioned plants such as Itea and Hydrangea. A third entrance, the original front door to the 1840’s era section, connects to the patio from the home’s kitchen, making the space ideal for outdoor dining. The gravel and cobblestone walk branching off to the left of the front door leads to the vegetable and perennial gardens. The idea for the vegetable garden was to recreate the tradition of a kitchen garden which would have been planted close to the residence for easy access. The vegetable garden is surrounded by mixed perennial beds along the inside of the wood picket fence which surrounds the entire garden space. Another area designated for a bench is provided here to encourage stopping and viewing. The home’s original smokehouse, completely restored and used as a garden shed, provides a strong architectural focal point to the vegetable garden. Behind the smokehouse is planted lilacs and other plants to give mass and balance to the corner and help screen the garden from the neighboring subdivision. At the rear corner of the garden a wood arbor was constructed to provide a structure on which to grow grapes or other vines should the homeowners choose to. The landscape and gardens for this restored farmhouse and property are a thoughtfully designed and planned recreation of a historic landscape reinterpreted for modern living. The idea was to give a sense of timelessness when walking through the gardens as if they had been there for years but had possibly been updated and rejuvenated as lifestyles changed. The attention to materials and craftsmanship blend seamlessly with the residence and insure the gardens and landscape remain an integral part of the property. The farm has been in the homeowner’s family for many years and they are thrilled at the results and happy to see respect given to the home’s history and to its meticulous restoration.

Property Marketed by Hudson Place Realty - A piece of Hoboken history. Built as a model home at the turn of the 20th century for distinguished homebuyers to preview and choose their finishes, 926 Hudson Street features the most impressive details and craftsmanship available then and irreplaceable now. This “high status” home sits on an extra wide and deep lot (21.25 x110), has been impeccably maintained & offers 4 floors + basement, 4+ bedrooms, and an unusually large yard. 3 sets of original double oak entry doors with spectacular stained and beveled glass, 7 magnificent marble fireplaces, intact original ceilings with full plaster embellishments, bay window with built-in seating, pier mirrors, built-in mahogany bookcase, two sets of grand pocket doors with decorative etched glass, 3 flights of mahogany newel posts, banisters and balusters, stunning parquet floors & lincrusta. The brownstone façade was recently restored and rare Italianate iron work was added.

Property Marketed by Hudson Place Realty - A piece of Hoboken history. Built as a model home at the turn of the 20th century for distinguished homebuyers to preview and choose their finishes, 926 Hudson Street features the most impressive details and craftsmanship available then and irreplaceable now. This “high status” home sits on an extra wide and deep lot (21.25 x110), has been impeccably maintained & offers 4 floors + basement, 4+ bedrooms, and an unusually large yard. 3 sets of original double oak entry doors with spectacular stained and beveled glass, 7 magnificent marble fireplaces, intact original ceilings with full plaster embellishments, bay window with built-in seating, pier mirrors, built-in mahogany bookcase, two sets of grand pocket doors with decorative etched glass, 3 flights of mahogany newel posts, banisters and balusters, stunning parquet floors & lincrusta. The brownstone façade was recently restored and rare Italianate iron work was added.

Our challenge was to transform key areas of this home that were somewhat ignored in a previous renovation. Located in the heart of Larkspur, the reveal was a bright and modern home that marries seamlessly with the rest of the updates. This home is a Historical Landmark, so we worked diligently to honor and protect the architecture and history as we design updates to the Entry, Stairs, Living Room and Dining Room. Splashes of color, texture, pattern, and shine were introduced to add charisma and breath new life. Now, the entire home serves all aspects of life for this happy family.

The Johnson-Thompson House, built c. 1750, has the distinct title as being the oldest structure in Winchester. Many alterations were made over the years to keep up with the times, but most recently it had the great fortune to get just the right family who appreciated and capitalized on its legacy. From the newly installed pine floors with cut, hand driven nails to the authentic rustic plaster walls, to the original timber frame, this 300 year old Georgian farmhouse is a masterpiece of old and new. Together with the homeowners and Cummings Architects, Windhill Builders embarked on a journey to salvage all of the best from this home and recreate what had been lost over time. To celebrate its history and the stories within, rooms and details were preserved where possible, woodwork and paint colors painstakingly matched and blended; the hall and parlor refurbished; the three run open string staircase lovingly restored; and details like an authentic front door with period hinges masterfully created. To accommodate its modern day family an addition was constructed to house a brand new, farmhouse style kitchen with an oversized island topped with reclaimed oak and a unique backsplash fashioned out of brick that was sourced from the home itself. Bathrooms were added and upgraded, including a spa-like retreat in the master bath, but include features like a claw foot tub, a niche with exposed brick and a magnificent barn door, as nods to the past. This renovation is one for the history books! Eric Roth

The plank tile floors are set over an infloor heating system. The tiles were laid in a herringbone pattern and dark grout was used to bring in a feeling of history to this space. Then by playing with the dividers in the built in bookcases and keeping very clean lines on the windows they style of the basement feels like a modern update on a classic style. Architecture & Design by Meriwether Felt. Photos by Susan Gilmore

Property Marketed by Hudson Place Realty - A piece of Hoboken history. Built as a model home at the turn of the 20th century for distinguished homebuyers to preview and choose their finishes, 926 Hudson Street features the most impressive details and craftsmanship available then and irreplaceable now. This “high status” home sits on an extra wide and deep lot (21.25 x110), has been impeccably maintained & offers 4 floors + basement, 4+ bedrooms, and an unusually large yard. 3 sets of original double oak entry doors with spectacular stained and beveled glass, 7 magnificent marble fireplaces, intact original ceilings with full plaster embellishments, bay window with built-in seating, pier mirrors, built-in mahogany bookcase, two sets of grand pocket doors with decorative etched glass, 3 flights of mahogany newel posts, banisters and balusters, stunning parquet floors & lincrusta. The brownstone façade was recently restored and rare Italianate iron work was added.

Our challenge was to transform key areas of this home that were somewhat ignored in a previous renovation. Located in the heart of Larkspur, the reveal was a bright and modern home that marries seamlessly with the rest of the updates. This home is a Historical Landmark, so we worked diligently to honor and protect the architecture and history as we design updates to the Entry, Stairs, Living Room and Dining Room. Splashes of color, texture, pattern, and shine were introduced to add charisma and breath new life. Now, the entire home serves all aspects of life for this happy family.

Our challenge was to transform key areas of this home that were somewhat ignored in a previous renovation. Located in the heart of Larkspur, the reveal was a bright and modern home that marries seamlessly with the rest of the updates. This home is a Historical Landmark, so we worked diligently to honor and protect the architecture and history as we design updates to the Entry, Stairs, Living Room and Dining Room. Splashes of color, texture, pattern, and shine were introduced to add charisma and breath new life. Now, the entire home serves all aspects of life for this happy family.

Our challenge was to transform key areas of this home that were somewhat ignored in a previous renovation. Located in the heart of Larkspur, the reveal was a bright and modern home that marries seamlessly with the rest of the updates. This home is a Historical Landmark, so we worked diligently to honor and protect the architecture and history as we design updates to the Entry, Stairs, Living Room and Dining Room. Splashes of color, texture, pattern, and shine were introduced to add charisma and breath new life. Now, the entire home serves all aspects of life for this happy family.

Our challenge was to transform key areas of this home that were somewhat ignored in a previous renovation. Located in the heart of Larkspur, the reveal was a bright and modern home that marries seamlessly with the rest of the updates. This home is a Historical Landmark, so we worked diligently to honor and protect the architecture and history as we design updates to the Entry, Stairs, Living Room and Dining Room. Splashes of color, texture, pattern, and shine were introduced to add charisma and breath new life. Now, the entire home serves all aspects of life for this happy family.

Our challenge was to transform key areas of this home that were somewhat ignored in a previous renovation. Located in the heart of Larkspur, the reveal was a bright and modern home that marries seamlessly with the rest of the updates. This home is a Historical Landmark, so we worked diligently to honor and protect the architecture and history as we design updates to the Entry, Stairs, Living Room and Dining Room. Splashes of color, texture, pattern, and shine were introduced to add charisma and breath new life. Now, the entire home serves all aspects of life for this happy family.