Inside a Recently Remodeled 25-Year-Old Dutch Colonial

An interior designer refreshes her Connecticut home.

BRAYDAN CONSTRUCTION

Photograph by Julia D’Agostino

HOBI Award: BEST RESIDENTIAL REMODEL $750,000–$1 MILLION 

For the remodel of this 25-year-old Dutch Colonial, homeowner/interior designer Jane Selden collaborated with architect Steven Mueller, who had designed the original structure. Now, the completely reimagined open-concept plan has given the house new vision and life.

Photograph by Julia D’Agostino

When removing load-bearing walls and structure, steel I-beams were put in place to shoulder the load. Hidden elevator doors are integrated into moldings on all three levels. An inviting beach-gravel and Belgian block courtyard welcomes visitors in the front of the elegant home. Tara Vincenta, of Artemis Landscape Architects, gave the homeowner the inspiration for the lush landscape plan, which was implemented by Ceci Brothers.

Photograph by Julia D’Agostino