Location: Salem, MA
Project Type: Residential Renovation + Addition
Year: 2021

Overview:
A substantial renovation and three-story addition to a c. 1790 waterfront home, expanding living space while respecting historic character.

Role:
Architect of Record — Schematic Design through Construction Documents, permitting coordination, and construction administration.

Design Challenges & Solutions:

• Historic integration: Addition massed and detailed to complement original building → maintains architectural harmony.

• Zoning & site constraints: Limited setbacks and waterfront conditions → careful planning to maximize space and light.

• Functional flow: Original layout limited circulation → reconfigured interior for modern living needs.

Project Highlights / Features:

• Expanded kitchen, living, and bedroom spaces

• Preserved original woodwork and historic details

• Daylighting improvements with new skylights and windows

• Coordinated with engineers and contractors to integrate old and new seamlessly