The Fox Hunt Lane Project Story

The Fox Hunt Lane Project undertaking was the transformation of a 1940s cape cod in original condition into a 4000 square foot custom Hampton's style white cedar colonial. I kept much of the original footprint and foundation of the house but decided to add a small bump to the front left side of the house to help balance the projecting "L" on the left side.

I demolished the entire second story of the original home & replaced it with a full size second story. The new design consisted of double Dutch type gambrel roof lines, two small dormers & portico adding volume, grace & character without being too overwhelming for the lot size. Simple details such as the rounded curves I framed into the new roof lines and the arched entry soften the look. Complimenting those curves is the curve of the stepping stone walkway that winds down the gentle hill in the front yard.

As you walk into the new entry way with the vaulted ceiling you are amazed at it's size and proportion. What I looked to accomplish with simple clean lines was a sense of drama as you entered the home. The barrel vaulted ceiling I fabricated just beyond the foyer welcomes you further and a comfortable warmth transcends through the rest of the house.

My ultimate goal when I am in your home is to create a similar harmonious environment where there is "good feng shui" .

I try and accomplish an even yet interesting feel without taking one overboard.

For the floors in the front entry I installed large white limestone pavers with black granite diamond shaped dots that work with the provincial stained hardwood oak floors that run through the rest of the house.

As with all my projects, I personally constructed every detail of this home from soup to nuts... from framing & roofing to tiling & finishing trim.

The Fox Hunt Lane Residence; Cold Spring Harbor, New York  (Click Image To View Full Size)