We are pleased to announce the start of construction on the THIS OLD HOUSE 2018 IDEA HOUSE in Narragansett, Rhode Island. This Old House® has teamed up with Sweenor Builders for a second time to build the one-of-a-kind home on Robinson Street in Narragansett’s historic pier.
The fourth annual Idea House from the trusted home renovation brand, the home will be featured in the October and November/December issues of This Old House Magazine and in segments of the 2018-2019 season of the Emmy Award-winning TV series This Old House. On thisoldhouse.com, a webcam is already capturing the build, and digital content will begin showcasing the from-the-ground-up building process in May with fresh takeaways, innovative products, and how-to instruction that home enthusiasts can incorporate into their own remodels and new-builds.
Designed by the award-winning, Providence-based Union Studio Architecture & Community Design, the 2,700-square-foot cottage has classic Craftsman-style curb appeal and modern looks inside. Located less than a mile from the town beach, it epitomizes what buyers are looking for today: a smaller home that lives large in a tight-knit neighborhood, plenty of bespoke built-ins, luxury amenities including a home gym, dedicated media room and butler’s pantry, and an easy-care backyard designed for “staycation” living. Kristen Martone, Sweenor’s in-house designer and owner of Graceke Design, will lead Interior Design on the project. The house will be for sale beginning in September, and House plan blueprints will be available for sale on thisoldhouse.com in November from The House Designers.
“Our firm is deeply vested in creating a vibrant village neighborhood in Narragansett, so this is a truly special project for us,” shares Jeff Sweenor, President and CEO. “We’re thrilled to continue our relationship with This Old House. We look forward to collaborating with their team to build a unique home that celebrates one of our favorite neighborhoods.”
Standout features include:
- Expansive kitchen and butler’s pantry
- Living room with soaring, trussed ceiling
- Screened-in dining porch
- 2 master ensuites
- 2 additional bedrooms
- Guest quarters over a two-car garage
- 4 ½ bathrooms, plus an outdoor shower
- 2 laundry rooms (1st and 2nd floor)
- A dedicated media room and home gym
- Patio with spa, fire pit, pergola swings, outdoor kitchen and open-air shower
A stunning showcase for the latest building products and trending décor, The TOH 2018 Idea House has already attracted an impressive roster of sponsors including: AdvanTech, American Standard, Andersen Windows and Patio Doors, Aquor Water Systems, Arnold Lumber, Baird Brothers Fine Hardwoods, Barn Light Electric, The BILCO Company, Champion Power Equipment, Circa Lighting, Clarkson Lighting, DaVinci Roofscapes, Discover Personal Loans, Eldorado Stone, GCP Applied Technologies, Haas Door, House of Antique Hardware, Leviton, LIFESPAN Solid Select, Olympic Paint & Stain, Panasonic Eco Solutions, Real Cedar, Rinnai, Rockwool, Schluter Systems, Sleep Number, VELUX No Leak Skylights, and ZIP System.
Sponsorship opportunities are still available for manufacturers and retailers of appliances, fireplaces, pavers, landscaping plants, countertops, furnishings and accessories, consumer electronics, landscaping, and smart home tech. Interested manufacturers can contact claudia.jepsen@thisoldhouse.com.
The public will be invited to tour the home during an Open House Celebration Party on Saturday, September 8, 2018. Details will be announced in the months ahead. To learn more, visit: thisoldhouse.com