Water Mill House

A beautiful example of a classic Hamptons wood shingle style home, the design and renovation maintain character of the exterior while transforming the interiors to create an open and airy getaway for a busy and active family. The house comfortably sits within its one-acre lot surrounded by an impressive landscape, influencing the design approach of the main floor interiors. Walls were removed, and the kitchen was relocated to the front of the house to create an open plan for better flow and views to both the front and rear yards. The kitchen was designed to be both practical and eye-catching. Its u-shape design features modern appliances, white cabinetry and Corian countertops, and is anchored by a beautiful island with a knife-edge marble countertop. The island and the dining room table create a strong axis to the living room at the rear of the house. The clean lines and modern profiles of the window frames create unobstructed views and virtually remove the barrier between the interior and exterior spaces. The open plan allowed a new sitting area to be created between the dining room and stair. A screen, comprised of vertical fins, allows for a degree of openness, while creating enough separation to make the sitting area feel comfortable and nestled in its own area. New treads were installed to articulate and contrast the soft palette of finishes of the floors, walls, and ceilings.