This charming 1920s cottage in the Village of East Hampton had remained untouched for nearly a century. Shortly after the new owner took possession, a burst water pipe caused extensive interior damage throughout the home. What initially seemed like a disaster became an extraordinary opportunity—once the debris was cleared, the chance arose to completely reimagine the interior while adding a thoughtful rear addition.

The design philosophy was to preserve the cottage's historic street presence while expanding the interior to include two ensuite bedrooms at the second floor and an open floor plan with a sunlit garden room. The sweet, unassuming facade with its distinctive front entry sweep needed to remain exactly as neighbors remembered it. This meant carefully concealing the rear addition from public view, ensuring that the home's century-old character would continue to grace the streetscape while allowing for modern living within. Additional space was created in the basement including a guest suite and movie room.

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