Seaside Farm Cottage

Through the imaginative use of glass, natural light and air, this turn-of-the-century classic camp has been reinvented into a bright and vibrant cottage, perched on the northeast corner of a peninsula in Friendship. This unique interpretation is the result of a close working relationship between architect, owner, and builder.

Challenged by zoning setbacks as well as deficiencies in the existing structure, the cottage not only transformed the existing living spaces but added a breakfast alcove with stunning views to the north as well as a second floor with two additional bedrooms and a sitting room. Battered stone walls affix the house to the site, while the large openings connect interior spaces to the landscape, and views beyond.

Where previously the gable end wall facing the ocean was mostly solid, now the full wall of glass takes great advantage of the close proximity to the shoreline, giving the impression of floating on the water. The angular shape of the breakfast area extends from the house, particularly suited to catch views to the east and the sunrise. Generous corner windows in the second floor bedrooms offer panoramic views to the water and the rolling hills of the rest of the seaside farm to the south.