Colonial Charm: Connecticut Farmhouse Reborn

In the quiet countryside of Connecticut, a colonial-era farmhouse built in 1783 tells the story of its centuries. The farmhouse was delicately expanded and restored in 1900 by renowned Connecticut architect Richard Dana, but now Elizabeth Roberts Architects (ERA) has taken over, bringing this historic building to life with a keen and sophisticated design approach.

The core concept of the restoration project was to preserve the historic structure of the building as much as possible, while introducing modern energy efficiency systems and residential comfort. The entire building was disassembled to the base oak frame and subsequently reassembled according to the original process. Inside, insulation, energy-efficient Windows and heating are cleverly integrated into the old structure to ensure the convenience of modern living without destroying the original appearance of the building.

The interior layout has been appropriately adapted to the more flexible and open lifestyle of the modern family. But surprisingly, the original three staircases - such a rare and unique "quirky" design in a modern house - have been preserved intact and become one of the historic symbols of the farmhouse.

During the restoration process, the design team paid particular attention to detail. The farmhouse's original large brick chimney has been restored to a serviceable state, including a brick beehive oven in the great room, a traditional element that gives the space a strong rustic feel. The original wood flooring is preserved and supplemented by recycled oak selected from the old material yard, which maximizes the historical feeling and warm texture of the material.

All original doors, hardware, siding, molding and siding have been lovingly restored and supplemented with new design elements consistent with their style. A new kitchen on the north side, the only addition, is modest in volume and complements the overall building.

The interior was designed by ERA in collaboration with the owners. The antiques carefully collected by the owners over the years coexist harmoniously with ERA's carefully selected vintage furniture and contemporary design pieces, injecting a warm and interesting layer into the space. The handmade wooden tables with traces of age, the rustic cloth chairs, each piece of furniture seems to tell the fusion of the cultural heritage of the farmhouse and the modern lifestyle.

The restoration of a Connecticut farmhouse has preserved the unique charm of this historic building and injected it with new vitality to adapt to contemporary life. Finding the right balance between historic architecture and modern technology is a challenging endeavor, and ERA's masterful design skills and deep understanding of history and culture have transformed this farmhouse spanning more than two centuries into a vibrant home.

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