VanderHorn Architects in collaboration with Significant Homes have designed this beautiful shingle-style home perched to capture the sweeping harbor views in Greenwich, Connecticut. Challenges presented to this new build project include grading and ecological constraints.
The beautiful landscaping around the residence is organized on high ground and cascades naturally towards the meandering coastline. Formal symmetry in the plan introduces a dominant facade to the neighborhood, signaling the entrance and front yard while creating a private and resort-like promenade of lawn, gardens, terraces, pool, spa, cabana, and sport court.
DESIGN DETAILS: ARCHITECT VanderHorn Architects BUILDER Significant Homes INTERIOR DESIGNER Amy Aidinis Hirsch Interior Design
Clipped gable ends outstretch at elegant angles, each seemingly identical before assuming a unique variety of bays, porches, balconies, and dormers. A horseshoe driveway nestles into the edge of the property. Alaskan yellow cedar shingles, left natural at the roof and stained a cool gray on the walls, traverse complex but tailored volumes.
Classic detailing can be found throughout this beautifully designed home, including the formal rooms and the owner’s bedroom suite. Large windows and French doors take in a savory amount of daylight, all while capturing alluring water views.
What We Love: This shingle-style home on the Greenwich coast is elevated on its site to capture the views of the spectacular harbor. A gorgeous exterior facade along with lovely landscaping provides fabulous curb appeal. Stepping inside this home you will find warm and inviting living spaces that feel bright and airy thanks to an abundance of glazing. Every detail has been carefully curated throughout this incredibly designed coastal home.
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The den gives an impression of comfort and splendor with stained cherry beams, shiplap wainscoting, and a custom mantel paired with the deep blue v-groove ceiling.
The pool pavilion is a symmetrical brick arcaded structure that provides shelter to a comfortable seating and dining area, along with a contemporary cooking space — the ultimate in summer entertaining.
The front porch opens into a grand paneled stair hall with rhythmic details and rich accents. Intriguing window shapes and patterns, white decorative railings, columns, and trim deliver fluent styling. A shingle flair crowns the rubble stone veneer that clads the first floor and foundation before branching into lower retaining walls and planting beds.
PHOTOGRAPHER James Merrill
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