Gloucester, MA
Originally conceived by the renowned Boston architect Samuel Dudley Kelley in 1893, this expansive shingle-style residence located on Eastern Point underwent a series of subsequent additions throughout its history. Regrettably, these additions failed to harmonize with the overall architectural integrity of the house and, in some instances, deviated from its original character.
The current owners harbored a desire to embark on a comprehensive, gut-renovation and addition project that would serve as a generational family home. Their objectives encompassed the restoration of deteriorated portions of the house, a reconfiguration of all existing spaces to align with their contemporary needs, and the introduction of new additions that would enhance the overall layout, circulation, and daylighting. Notably, they aimed to augment the house’s external architectural allure by incorporating the original detailing to seamlessly unite the new and pre-existing additions.
