Torn between purchasing a trendy loft or a brownstone on a quiet leafy block, the young couple with 3 children decided to achieve both in the revitalization of this historic townhouse in Clinton Hill Brooklyn. When the clients first toured the house, they were struck by the potential, but it was in desperate need of repair and renovation as it had over the years been converted to a cramped two-duplex unit.
Although they liked the rawness of the original materials, the interiors were poorly retrofitted and the rear facade was literally peeling from the rest of the structure. They turned to Murdock Solon Architects to transform it into a soaring, light-filled home for their family. MSA immediately sought to stabilize the home and then began an extensive renovation to salvage any and all of the historic character and details. The clients loved the worn vibe of the home’s original features and sought to maintain them, while supplementing with modern touches to create a warm and comfortable environment. The clients’ first priority was to create an open plan in which their family could always be together.