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While the owners wanted to retain the original Cape's New England character, the wife's Scandinavian heritage-a visits to the Swedish country home of Carl Larsson, often credited with popularizing the Swedish style-were also an inspiration.
Architectural elements of that style include using a variety of decorative window motifs and creating niches for specific activities. An oval window, a bay of twelve-over-one double-hungs, and a three-light transom enliven the patio-side facade. Inside the family room, next to the light-filled window bay, are a table and chairs where the kids can do their homework. Finials decorating the gable ends are another Scandinavian touch.
One last feature-a brand-new screened-in porch-capitalizes on the house's woodland setting. At just over 300 square feet, the unheated space has a 10-foot ceiling, a mahongay floor, and tall screened openings that line the room. For the couple and their now-teenage kids, the airy retreat has proven to be a favorite spot in which to kick back, relax, and enjoy the fruits of their renovation.
While the owners wanted to retain the original Cape's New England character, the wife's Scandinavian heritage-a visits to the Swedish country home of Carl Larsson, often credited with popularizing the Swedish style-were also an inspiration.
Architectural elements of that style include using a variety of decorative window motifs and creating niches for specific activities. An oval window, a bay of twelve-over-one double-hungs, and a three-light transom enliven the patio-side facade. Inside the family room, next to the light-filled window bay, are a table and chairs where the kids can do their homework. Finials decorating the gable ends are another Scandinavian touch.
One last feature-a brand-new screened-in porch-capitalizes on the house's woodland setting. At just over 300 square feet, the unheated space has a 10-foot ceiling, a mahongay floor, and tall screened openings that line the room. For the couple and their now-teenage kids, the airy retreat has proven to be a favorite spot in which to kick back, relax, and enjoy the fruits of their renovation.
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