This remodeling of an 18th century Connecticut house for a European couple steered between exploring the simplicity and joinery typical for period homes, and the level of fitting and luxury expected in the modern era. Rooms were kept as close to pure proportions as possible; (the bathrooms are cubes) and a consistent language of moldings was carried throughout the rooms to unify them.
The main level public rooms were treated with formal classical orders in keeping with the existing woodwork, while the moldings in the private rooms were attenuated. Sanctus Industries was the general contractor, and built all panelling and finish woodwork. To satisfy the client's program, and create a unique set of rooms with properly scaled moldings, elements were often designed to the 1/8". Hans Roegele worked closely with Sanctus before and during construction. |
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