Jewel Box

A very big little project. Though the actual amount of addition was minimal (424 SF) the change to the building was both big and small. Our mandate was to create a new and daring addition to the home while maintaining the integrity of the original architect’s vision. Brick columns were retained or re-built and the new structure was knitted into the old in the roof plane. Skylights changed the daylight profile of the home and views were linked to create a cohesive home in nature. The home became all-electric, insulated, laundry filters microplastics and sustainable woods such as Sassafras were used. Client’s taste in color, art, and light completed the vision.

CONTRACTOR Guild Craft Builder
STRUCTURAL ENGINEER Strandberg Engineers
LANDSCAPE DESIGNER David Black & Co Permaculture
Lighting Designer Tucci and Edward J. Cansino
PHOTOGRAPHER Henry Gao