The owners, having moved from the West Coast, wanted to build a house with a feeling of permanence and tradition characteristic of Connecticut. This completely new construction achieves that effect through a series of “additions” — including a sunroom (on left end) designed to look as if a larger porch had been enclosed.

The porch creates a perfect frame for this magnificent riverfront view.

The library creates an intimate family setting with its angled features and antique heart of pine paneling.

A graceful curved staircase highlighted by a large window, and the constant interplay of nature, light and shadow.