Fresh Start-Exterior

The classic Georgian home by architect James Paragano has a symmetrical motif with a primary center block and secondary wings. It’s covered in clapboard and stone with copper accents.

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A Farmhouse with Modern Flair-Exterior

The exterior of the home is clad in clay-fired brick. “Not one brick is the same,” builder Richard Wonsala says. “We used a technique called lime washing. That’s why the […]

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A Farmhouse with Modern Flair-Garage

The new garage features two bays and a full bathroom. It’s currently used for storage, but the second floor is heated, making it suitable for habitation should the need or […]

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History Revisited-Exterior

“The existing house had incredible bones and an elegant exterior,” builder Michael Mroz says. “We did our best to pay homage to the roots of this home while giving it […]

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History Revisited-Staircase

The staircase was relocated from the back of the house to the center to make more sense of how the rooms are laid out and used.

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Family Style-Exterior

Designer Barbara Batesko spent summers at the Jersey Shore when she was a child and wanted to re-create that experience for her own children. Her Avon-by-the-Sea home serves as both […]

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History Revisited-Mudroom

The painted bricks on the wall of the mudroom are new but create the appearance of vintage traditional architecture.

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History Revisited-Dining Room

In the dining room, the homeowners’ existing table and chairs lean traditional, while the new steel-and-glass cabinets add a modern touch.

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