A U.K. couple transforms a century-old barn and outdated home into a modern-day farmhouse with English overtones. Learn More
The Rochelle’s new “old” farmhouse occupies a rise on a 43-acre site in Alexandria Township. It commands views of a one-acre pond, woods and open fields. Learn More
Extended families living under one roof generally have not been a part of American culture. But that’s changing because of the bad economy coupled with longer lives. Elderly parents may have no option beyond moving in with their children. And their children’s children—cash-strapped and jobless—are increasingly moving back in with
Renovation of the family room included removing outdated wood paneling; designing built-in seating, a television cabinet, and bookcases; and adding cornice trim around the perimeter of the cathedral ceiling. The old family room contained a tiny pass-through window to the old kitchen. Architect Susan M. Rochelle removed the wall to
The homeowner wanted a vaulted glassy room that would take advantage of views of the surrounding greenery and the nearby stream. The woodwork mirrors the detailing in the rest of the house. Philip W. Rochelle Building made the rough-sawn western red cedar beams, posts, and gently arching corbels in the
Some people, she said, are designing homes or making changes to their homes with an eye to the future – locating the master bedroom on the ground floor, for instance. Learn More
Extension of the walking trail and the creation of a pavilion and two basketball courts at Alexandria Township Park, which opened almost five years ago, are among the 2008 goals of the Park and Recreation Commission outlined by commission chairman Paul Abraham. Learn More
Architect Susan M. Rochelle will draw up renovation plans for 47 Leigh St., which the town wants to make into offices for its water and sewer employees and storage for the Historic Commission. The town has struggled over what to do with the house, which is beside the Municipal Building,
A Clinton kitchen addition remains true to the home’s 1837 origin. Learn More
The National Park Service should be lauded for agreeing to allow the public to review the proposed renovation plans for Fort Hancock on Sandy Hook. Learn More
