The following exploration yielded a 4,500 square foot residence over two levels.  The public spaces occupy the main level with the entry at the pinnacle of the site where each subsequent space, such as kitchen to dining to living, descending down the site towards the water.  The private realm occupies a mezzanine level accessed via stairs in the center of the building.  Four bedrooms; one master suite & three bedrooms along with laundry and a library occupy this level.  The library also serves as an elevated overlook and is open to the living room below.

This exploration was conducted to analyze the site and its potential for new construction while maintaining respect for the historical significance of the site and the neighborhood usage of the public beach access.  Its features and placement are influenced by designated wetland setbacks, neighbor view right-of-ways and privacy from the street while openness to the water for the residence.

View process drawings and development here.