LDa Architecture is responsible for the renovation and expansion of a Victorian farmhouse-style home located in Weston, a western suburb of Boston, Massachusetts. When reimagining this circa 1897 home, the architect was mindful of the home’s age, while integrating cutting-edge sustainable design technologies.
Green Phoenix, the developer, helped to preserve this historic home through the application of modern energy and resource-efficient systems that set new standards for increasing the lifespan of an existing home well into the future. This project began with the intent to correct an awkward 1960s addition, expand and reorganize the layout, add a larger garage, and bring all systems to current sustainable design standards. Continue below to see the floorplans!
DESIGN DETAILS: ARCHITECT LDa Architecture & Interiors DEVELOPER Green Phoenix Development INTERIOR DESIGN LDa Architecture & Interiors BUILDER Essex Restoration HOME STAGER BK Classic Collections Home Stagers
The core historic section of the home was preserved where possible, with the entry, dining room, and kitchen located as they once were, but augmented with changes in size and function. The expanded first floor now houses the primary living spaces as well as a new pantry, office, and mudroom.
The stair core was opened up, with the second-floor bedrooms remaining in place, and a new primary suite was added as part of the addition. To accommodate planned spaces in the basement, the foundation was deepened by four feet. A new gym, media/game room, laundry, wine room, storage, and mechanical room were added with the added height.
The interiors of the home were designed to reflect the overall mission of the project – a balance between the historic fabric and the practicalities of modern living. Custom millwork and paneling are traditional features, contrasted with contemporary lighting, tile, hardware, and color choices.
Certifications and Mechanicals: LEED Platinum, EPA Indoor airPLUS, DOE Zero Energy Ready Home, Energy Star Appliances, EPA WaterSense® water-saving fixtures, Heat pump water heater for improved efficiency, Heat pump clothes dryers for improved efficiency, 10-zone Mitsubishi Hyper-Heat air source heat pump system, Zehnder Energy Recovery Ventilation system, Insulation package that exceeds code, Special drought-tolerant landscaping package.
What We Love: This completely reimagined Victorian farmhouse offers beautiful living spaces with integrated sustainable design features. With its certified LEED Platinum status, the homeowners now reside in a healthy living environment and enjoy the abundance of amenities that this newly revamped house has to offer. In addition to living green, we are loving that this home also encourages a healthy lifestyle with its yoga studio and home gym.
Tell Us: What details do you find most appealing in the re-design of this home? Would you like to have seen anything done differently? Let us know in the Comments!
Note: Be sure to have a look at a couple of other fabulous home tours that we have showcased here on One Kindesign in the state of Massachusetts: Step inside a fabulous New England style home with major coastal vibes and New England modern farmhouse delivers nature-inspired living spaces.
Above: A brand new 3-car garage wired for two EV chargers is connected to the existing home with a side entrance gallery adjacent to the mudroom. Above the parking area are a new studio, bedroom, and bath – flexible space that can be used for the new owner’s specific needs. This Victorian farmhouse also has a 14.72 kW solar photovoltaic array and an advanced smart house technology package.
PHOTOGRAPHER Greg Premru Photography
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