Northshore Home magazine highlights the best in architectural design, new construction and renovations, interiors, and landscape design.
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nshoremag.com/nshorehome/ in lush, vibrant, and pristine shape. The scene was so perfect upon purchase that it has remained 95 percent untouched. The brick and field- stone terrace was expanded in the intimate backyard snuggled close to the labyrinth. Hydrangeas were add- ed across the front of the house and brighten it with pillows of blossoms late in the season. A pair of gener- ous planters spill over with annuals selected to extend the season as long as possible. A tree peony was transplanted as a tribute to honor Marbain's mother, who was an avid gardener. And dahlias (grown from tubers stored indoors over the winter) form a kickline to feed into the owner's love for flower arranging. In other words, all the brilliant components from the past were preserved while elements were added to give the garden personality and bring it up to date. The result is the best of all eras. Eventually, the Oliver Goodrich House began to work its magic. With a decorator's eye for color, the interior is brightened and now has all the comforts of home. And the expanded terrace allows for dining and lounging alfresco. The bond has been forged and the place looks loved and feels like home. When Jessica Marbain says, "Now I'm attached to that house and its unique gar- den," she's speaking from her heart. Pops of color are found in the garden. Opposite, The maze was planted by landscape designer Ann Uppington. Landscape Architecture Interior Design Design + Build Boston | Washington DC zenassociates.com | 800.834.6654 Photographer: Maxwell MacKenzie Builder: The Allen Group