Project: Park Slope Lighthouse / Romanesque Revival House
Architect: CWB Architects (CWB is now The Brooklyn Studio)
Partner in charge: Brendan Coburn
Project team: Jesse Fearins, Yuliya Ilizarov, Lesa Rozmarek
Interior design: Tamara Eaton Design
Structural: Grigg & Davis Engineers, PC
Expeditor: J. Callahan Consulting, Inc.
Contractor: Pilaster Inc.
Photographer: Francis Dzikowski / ESTO
CWB Architects and designer Tamara Eaton have transformed Park Slope Lighthouse, a Romanesque Revival house in Brooklyn, New York. This project involved a complete makeover of the four-story row house in Park Slope.
Restoring the Original Layout
The house, originally built as a single-family home, had been converted into a multi-family residence. However, the new owner wanted to restore it to its original layout. On the parlor floor, many original details were intact. Consequently, these were salvaged and restored in the front parlor room, which now serves as a formal living and dining area, preserving its historic elegance.
Modern Touches
In contrast, the rest of the house features a modern design. An existing extension was replaced with a new, full-width extension, creating a half-level between the parlor and garden floors. This split-level zone, with large floor-to-ceiling windows, connects the kitchen to the garden and links the kitchen to the family room below.
Custom Cabinetry and Design
Furthermore, the house boasts custom-made cabinetry throughout. The kitchen includes an antique hutch, bought by the owner, designed to fit within a paneled wall that hides the refrigerator and pantry cabinets. Additionally, interior designer Tamara Eaton worked with the clients to choose art, hardware, and wallpaper, and she designed unique furniture pieces for the home.
Conclusion
In summary, the renovation of Park Slope Lighthouse by CWB Architects and Tamara Eaton successfully blends the historic charm of the Romanesque Revival house with modern design elements. The careful restoration of original features, combined with thoughtful modern updates, creates a beautiful and functional living space that honors the past while embracing contemporary living.
