SALT BOX ADDITION

The existing 1,875 sf  post and beam Salt Box style home was constructed in 1980, complete with a DIY continuous  insulated panel wall assembly and traditional post and beam construction. The red oak structure and flooring was harvested on site. Unlike historic salt box homes from the colonial period, this home faces north. This opposite site strategy, with north facing windows and a south facing roof resulted in little natural light. 

Renovations to the existing house includes new dormers, the reconfiguration of second floor bedrooms and bathroom, and modern mudroom.  A new 1,000 sf addition includes a living room, kitchen, primary bedroom and bath.  The double height "connector" volume includes a catwalk leading to the primary suite.  The new envelope was designed to match the existing assembly- to ensure continuous exterior insulation with no thermal breaks. The HVAC system of the entire house was upgraded with new heat pumps and ERV unit.