The Timbers'
The Timbers’, built in 1917, was designed by John Russel Pope, the famed architect of the Jefferson Memorial, the National Gallery of Art and the Vanderbilt houses of Newport, Rhode Island. The renovation began with the façade, which had deteriorated significantly over time. Wadia revitalized the rear terrace, an impressive structure running along the entire length of the house. By replacing the timber posts with stone piers and incorporating a new rear portico into its overall design, the terrace is now better fortified to withstand the salt sprays and has become a gathering spot to relax and enjoy the views.
The façade renovation was followed by additions which were soon added to the house. The first addition off one side of the house created space for an enlarged kitchen and breakfast room on the first level topped by a graciously appointed master suite featuring a dressing room, sitting room and his-and-hers bathrooms on the second level. On the opposite side of the house, Wadia designed a second addition to provide space for a new family room overlooking the swimming pool. A third addition features a new garage wing that connects the main house to the guest house. The additions are incorporated into the overall design of the house seamlessly.
A view of the house before the renovation began.
The same view after construction showing the fully restored house, gardens and additions.
A panoramic view of the fully restored waterfront façade and gardens.
Waterfront façade of the house.
This new addition holds a master bedroom, bathroom and exercise room and kitchen and breakfast room with views of gardens and the sea.
The addition blends seamlessly in with the architecture of the existing house.
The double-height music room, with its half timbering and mezzanine, was fully restored.
