Mackin Architects is responsible for the design of this beautiful Gambrel shingle-style home located in Greenwich, a town in southwestern Fairfield County, Connecticut. Nestled into a neighborhood of existing homes, this dwelling presents itself modestly to the street.
It evokes the feel of a shingle-style cottage with stone piers and a front porch that would be found in neighboring communities at the turn of the century. Wrapped in cedar shingles curving gently around arches, complemented by a dark-green trim, anchors this home to the lush landscape.
This dwelling was created for a young, busy, growing family—featuring a spacious mudroom with cubbies and baskets and an open office work area off the kitchen, which is private yet connected and open.
The property is longer than wide, which required the architecture to be the same. The kitchen, family room, and rear screened porch with a fireplace are hidden away from the street, offering complete privacy courtesy of beautiful gardens and walkways.
What We Love: This gambrel shingle-style home offers fantastic curb appeal with an attractive exterior facade and beautiful gardens. Step inside a stunning entryway to see right through to the backyard. Light-filled living spaces are warm and inviting, ideal for family living and entertaining. Overall, we are loving the charming details throughout this home and the screened-in porch, a cozy spot to enjoy throughout the year!
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Above: This bright and airy breakfast nook offers plenty of space, outfitted with a simple, modern table and chairs. Just outside you’ll find the grill and an enticing backyard.
Above: Just off the kitchen, this open office work area is private yet connected and open. It uses the narrow space to its best advantage with an abundance of storage and bookshelves.
Above: The dining room opens with french doors onto a covered porch and trellised exterior dining space.
Above: Indoors or outdoors? This modern, formal dining room has a wall of French doors allowing easy access to the deck and a cool breeze.
Above: Sitting just off the foyer is this intimate study sitting area, reminiscent of parlor rooms of old. In lieu of a traditional living room, this space serves as a dual purpose intimate conversation room or library. The scale of the living spaces provides an overall intimacy to a home that disguises its actual size well.
PHOTOGRAPHER Scott Frances
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