A historic townhouse preserved—and sustainably transformed 

Townhouse living offers privacy, space and the luxury of gardens and greenery. It also presents challenges and opportunities for the homeowner. This New York City retrofit features restoration of historic architectural detail, from recreating missing carved detail to removing a century of paint layers, to restoring original door handles, hinges and light fixtures. The existing details inspired new design elements, surprising you as you climb the stairs by the unexpected vintage stained glass windows installed on a stair landing.

The trend toward open-plan modern living blends seamlessly with the original rowhouse layout—the nook created by the bay window provides space-saving seating at the kitchen table, the open restored carved pocket door brings light into the dining area and the family room features spacious sectional seating and a large-screen TV.