House in New Jersey

A historic stone house sits in front of a dense row of trees under a clear sky, with a fenced field in the foreground where five black cows graze on green grass. A winding road and small shrubs are near the house.
A large, stately, light stone mansion sits amid lush greenery with a formal garden, greenhouse, and walled vegetable plots in the foreground; trees and misty fields surround the property in soft morning light.
Large, elegant stone building with a blue door, multiple windows, and a circular window above the entrance. Sunlight filters through leafy green trees onto the well-kept lawn and shrubs, casting soft shadows on the facade.
A large, elegant stone building stands on a manicured lawn. Sunlight casts long shadows from leafy trees. The sky is clear and blue. Bushes and a few small trees are near the building, which features tall windows and classical architectural details.
A symmetrical stone building features a blue door with white trim, flanked by tall windows. A decorative oval detail sits above the door. The building has a cupola on the roof, and sunlight highlights the facade. A tree branch is visible in the upper left. A blue door with white trim set in an ornate, classical stone entrance features detailed molding, columns, and a decorative oval window above. Sunlight casts soft shadows, and green leaves frame the top of the image. The building wall is beige stone.
A beige, two-story house with large windows and a dark roof stands at the end of a neatly manicured lawn, lined with pruned trees and hedges. The bright New Jersey sky above is mostly clear, highlighting the symmetrical garden and classical architecture of the house.
Stone entryway with beige rectangular blocks, a round window centered on the back wall, a large potted green plant on the left side of the steps, and greenery visible outside on a sunny day. Shadows highlight the architectural details. Two large stone columns support a classical buildings portico. Shadows fall on the steps, while trees and greenery are visible outside. The sky is clear and blue, suggesting a sunny day. The photo captures both architectural details and the natural background.
A stately two-story stone house with blue-trimmed bay windows, manicured shrubs, and flower beds in front. Sunlight creates soft shadows on the facade. A round window is above the entrance door, and a large tree stands in the background.
A beige, vertical-panel house with a steep gable roof and red door stands amid green gardens. A brick path leads to the entrance. Trees with lush leaves frame the scene, and a bench sits on the right. Blue sky with white clouds is visible. A red front door with classic white trim, sidelights, and a decorative fanlight window above, set in a beige vertical-paneled exterior. Stone steps lead up to the door, with some greenery and flowers visible at the lower edge.
A stone wall with an arched wooden gate, slightly open, leads to a garden path. Lush green shrubs and plants border the stone walkway. Tall trees and a house roof are visible in the background under soft daylight.
A formal vegetable and flower garden features neat gravel paths, lush green plants, trimmed hedges, and metal arches. In the background stands a large, elegant stone house with many windows, set against a misty, tree-filled landscape at dawn.
A red-brick house with large white-trimmed windows stands behind a leafy tree, surrounded by green grass and tall trees in the background, in warm sunlight.
A beige stone house with large windows, a columned entrance, and a prominent chimney. The house features a cupola, greenery surrounding it, and trees in the background under clear skies.
Large beige stone house with tall windows, circular window above the door, and manicured garden. Stone patio and low stone walls lead to green lawn. Smaller light-colored house and trees are in the background under a clear sky at sunset.
A stone house sits beside manicured bushes and lawn at sunrise. Mist covers a field with grazing cows, while a wooden fence lines the property. Dense trees form the background under a soft, golden sky.
A sunlit garden scene features an open wooden gate with a checkered pattern, framed by lush green bushes and a large leafy tree. In the background, theres soft morning sunlight and a misty lawn with a wooden fence.
Elegant hallway with cream paneled walls and a rounded archway leads to a sunlit room. A round wooden table with a vase of white flowers and two chairs sits beneath a large pendant light. Tall windows fill the space with natural light. Elegant entryway with cream paneled walls, a wooden round table topped with white flowers, a lantern ceiling light, a wooden chair, framed art, and an arched doorway revealing a distant room with a red rug and window view of greenery.
A formal dining room with a long wooden table, eight chairs, and a floral centerpiece. The room has large windows, pale walls, a green patterned rug, and an arched doorway revealing another room with a lantern light and sideboard with flowers.
Elegant dining room seen through a large arched doorway, featuring a long wooden table set with flowers and glasses, surrounded by chairs on a green patterned rug. A grand mirror above a white fireplace reflects the doorway, adding depth to the classic, softly lit space. A white marble fireplace with vertical grooves and a flower carving is shown. Above it hangs a gold-framed mirror reflecting blurred white flowers. The wall is light peach with decorative paneling along the side.
Sunny kitchen with wood cabinets, light marble counters, stainless stove, patterned backsplash, and wine rack. Herbs and potted plants line the window. Blue-and-white pitcher, breadboard, and kitchen tools are on the island. Towels hang on the oven handle.
A sunlit breakfast nook features wood-paneled walls, tall windows, a round table with a sunflower bouquet, four ladder-back chairs, a chandelier above, and arched doorway framing the cozy, classic scene.
Bright foyer with a curved wooden staircase, white paneled walls, hardwood floors, a patterned rug, green potted plant, wooden chair, and a side table with a lamp. Natural light streams in from large windows, creating an inviting atmosphere. Elegant, curved wooden staircase with white spindles and a dark handrail leads to a bright upper hallway. Walls and ceiling are white with decorative trim, arched wall insets, and a single door at the end; natural light enters through a tall window. 299 characters.
Elegant living room with cream paneled walls, a green sofa, patterned chairs, red oriental rug, and wooden table with blue vases. Framed floral painting on the wall; fireplace and natural light from large windows complete the cozy, classic setting. A white fireplace with a fluted column and ornate molding stands beside a pale wall. On the mantle are a glass hurricane candleholder and a decorative plate. A vintage wooden fireplace bellows leans against the base, near a brass firescreen.
A hallway in this New Jersey house, with cream-colored paneled walls and arched doorways, leads to a dining room. Antique wooden chairs, one with a floral tapestry cushion, line the hall. A dining table, flowers, and a large gold-framed mirror are visible in the background.
A cozy bedroom with a wood-framed bed, green lamp, floral chair, side table with books, and a large botanical flower artwork over the bed. A round window lets in daylight; a patterned rug and soft walls complete the tranquil decor. Elegant bathroom with arched ceiling and tall window, letting in natural light. Theres a marble bench under the window, a classic wooden chair with green upholstery, a toilet, and a hanging dome light fixture. Subtle green walls complete the serene space.
A tufted blue chair sits against a beige paneled wall beneath an oval window with decorative trim, inviting calm into this New Jersey house. Lush green trees are visible outside. A patterned rug covers the floor, adding warm accents to the serene, minimal interior.
A bright living room has pale green walls, large windows, patterned sofas, a cozy armchair, a wooden desk with a lamp and plants, a puzzle on a table, framed artwork, and fresh hydrangeas, all accented by abundant natural light.
A vintage wooden dresser with a mirror sits between two wooden chairs. The wall is covered in floral wallpaper with two framed pictures. A lamp, flowers, and small decor items are on the dresser, and part of a bed and door are visible.
A high-angle, downward view of a winding, spiral staircase. Polished wooden steps wrap around a center point, accented by white spindles and a thick, dark wood handrail that curls downward. At the base, a black-and-white checkered tile floor is visible in the center of the staircase spiral. A wooden table against a cream wall holds baskets, boots, flowers in a vase, and a duck-shaped object. Above it, nine framed botanical fern prints are arranged in a grid. The floor is tiled, and a sconce and door stopper are visible.
Sunlit room with tan tiled walls, French doors, and large windows. A wooden bench with cushions, two chairs, blue ceramic stools, and a small table with a blue hydrangea bouquet sit on a stone floor. Lush greenery is visible outside.

House in New Jersey

Located on a private lane in horse country, this house sits on a site once occupied by centuries-old family farms. The client envisioned a new manor house and outbuildings on the land that would occupy the same footprints as the historical farm structures, which had become derelict over time. For the main house, PPA designed a classical stone manor that, by virtue of its thin plan, enjoys views to the east and west. PPA leavened the formality of its facades by its simplicity; indeed, only in the entryway and in a few places does the exterior display fully developed classical themes. PPA designed the outbuildings, including a guest house, a staff cottage, a garage, pool house, and a barn, in a simple wood vernacular of board and batten. The only formal note that relates to the more elevated architecture of the main house is the door frame on the guest cottage, which was re-purposed from its original life in an exhibit on the Colonial Revival at the Museum of the City of New York, also designed by PPA. On the interior, the ample scale of the rooms allowed for a robust program of moldings and paneling that take classical traditions as a starting point for a more ebullient and voluptuous style. Landscape architect Miranda Brooks developed the site plan, which includes a large walled garden.

Partner-in-Charge: Peter Pennoyer

Design Director: Anton Glikin 

Associate-in-Charge: Nebojsa Savic

Associates: Matthew Cairo, Francine Hsu Davis, Amelia Enslee, Xuan Luo, F. Patrick Mohan

Landscape Design: Miranda Brooks Landscape Design

Photography: Eric Piasecki


Peter Pennoyer Architects