This stately home required the clearing out of an existing chopped-up and under-utilized wing to create space for everyday use: a Mudroom, Kitchen, Breakfast Area and Family Room. As the existing wing was not quite sufficient to house all of these program elements, several large bays were added to extend the space out into the yard.

The Kitchen is centered around a 4-foot square island, topped with heart pine that matches the new flooring. A black granite countertop links the Kitchen with a breakfast table, jutting into the side yard one of the bay windows. Two other bays at the Family Room expand the seating areas to create an sun-filled an open room. A painted wood paneled ceiling pulls the entire space together.

At the exterior, the roof of the Family Room bay extends to create a roofed entry, leading into a small Mudroom area.