Northshore Home magazine highlights the best in architectural design, new construction and renovations, interiors, and landscape design.
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100 Rocky Neck Associates, 978-281-8783, generalcontractorsgloucesterma.com used in boatbuilding because it is rot-resistant and nonporous; he found the answer in a visit to Harold Burnham of H. A. Burnham Boat Building & Design, who had a shipyard filled with white oak timbers. They were milled at the shipyard and delivered to the project. Next the crew added a stone floor that mirrored the stone wall on the property surrounding the home. One step up is a handsome new kitchen with traditional cabinetry, Carrara marble countertops, a La Cornue stove, and French doors that lead to a stone terrace. The kitchen sink (below new larger windows) is positioned toward the water, emphasizing the home's connection to the region's past and the majestic Atlantic Ocean. "This is one of the best projects I have ever worked on— and some of the best clients," says Knowles. "They were involved every step of the way and had great respect for the house. I think we restored the old place beautifully." See page 176 for resources A new bookshelf was designed for a sitting area off the living room. For the new entry, Day designed a porch using elements already found on the original house such as white oak timbers, stone, and reclaimed slate.