Originally built in 1856 as a Gothic Revival cottage, the home was renovated in 1973, adding a large dormer and a contemporary wing. While each era was distinct, interior transitions lacked a cohesive spatial relationship, presenting an opportunity to strengthen clarity, flow, and connection between the old and the new.
The renovation creates a purposeful dialogue between historic and contemporary elements. Contrast is embraced and clarified through space, material, and proportion—establishing continuity while allowing each era to remain distinct.
Interior connections were strengthened by opening a diagonal through the plan, allowing spaces to visually and physically connect across eras. This move enhances continuity, clarifies circulation, and creates a more intuitive experience throughout the home.
Historic elements were selectively restored, including original pointed arch windows, while key features—stairs, fireplaces, and built-ins—were reinterpreted in a minimalist language. White, hand-applied plaster provides a calm backdrop, complemented by rift white oak millwork and sculptural fireplaces with Absolute Black granite cantilevered hearths.
Comprehensive energy upgrades—including new heating and cooling systems and high-performance windows—enhance comfort and efficiency. New functional spaces, such as a mudroom, pantry, wet bar, and updated decking, support daily life, unifying the home into a cohesive and intentional whole.
Architecture LDa Architecture & Interiors
Interior Design 2Michaels
Builder JW Construction
Landscape Designer Dan Gordon Landscape Architects
Boston Home
Winter, 2026
“Old Soul, New Spirit in This Brookline Home”