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Eastern Shore Estate |
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This waterfront home on Maryland's eastern shore had a great setting and lots of potential. The house had large rooms with high ceilings and period detailing, but it still needed a lot of work and updating. The screened porch on the water side was completely rebuilt. Large expanses of bronze screening allow the view to be appreciated with minimal interruption. |
Exterior view from the water |
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Screened porch |
Small windows and doors leading to the screened porch were replaced with tall french doors to maximize the view and capture breezes. |
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The new fireplace surround and doorway openings of curving, smooth stucco provide a transition from the more formal Arts & Crafts style dining room into the funky, new kitchen. The mantle and hearth are made from slabs of black slate. |
View from kitchen looking towards dining room
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A kitchen table made from a single slab of slate
cantilevers through the window to form an outside dining surface.
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An amorphous, stucco hood containing ventilation and lighting extends above the range and surrounding food preparation areas. |
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Windows above the kitchen sink and stainless steel counters look into a side porch. |
The hood also contains a stainless steel shelf and tile
backsplash.
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New fixed glass at the second floor landing brightens up the formerly dark staircase and allows a view of the water. |
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| Photographs by Celia Pearson. | ||
