Old Lawley Toll Vineyard Estate - A Transformational Remodel with Additions
Realizing that that their small weekend cottage and property had become an essential refuge in times of stress, the owners decided to renovate for full time living.
Goals included additional living space as well as generous outdoor living areas equal in size to the interior. The slope of the site would allow for a lower-level yoga room and wine storage befitting a vineyard known for its estate-grown premium Cabernet.
Renovation of the beloved original cottage would remain more traditional with paned windows. The new would embrace a contemporary outlook with a focus on light and volume and connection to views through large glazed openings. Both share materials of stone, metal and board and batt siding that embody a fresh yet classic wine-country feel. Contrast and connection describe the interiors. Dark toned walls - whether paint or tile, emphasize smaller renovated spaces, also setting off paler hued furnishings. Light toned walls bounce light through the high volume spaces of the new. New and old share golden rift oak millwork, both unifying each room itself and to the greater whole.
Throughout every season, meal, and sublime bottle of estate wine, this wine country retreat has been fully realized by its transformation.
Team: Arterra Landscape Architects, Rochelle Silberman Design, M-Design Studio, Millwork: RMS Designs, Lighting Designer: Lighting Forms
General Contractor: Total Concepts, Inc., Site Contractor: Oxbow Pool and Landscape
