“We knew right away that this historic house was perfect for our foundation. We looked at the terraces and grounds and fell in love.”—the Homeowners

“The goal was to build a haven for family and friends to gather and enjoy spectacular views of their woodsy backyard.”—The Rill Architects Team

“I see the galley kitchen as an opportunity to squeeze maximum style in a linear layout.”—David Benton

“We took painstaking efforts to keep the trees alive through the construction process, retaining a rich habitat for all wildlife.”—the Homeowner

“With careful design considerations, you can create an outdoor room that seamlessly transitions between the house and the yard.”—Jim Rill

“The back of the house is where you can really see the yin and the yang of nature and house working together.”—Jim Rill

“You should find a beautiful property and let it grow with you.”—Jim Rill

“We were attracted to everything, the history of the building and the gardens. It is a national treasure.”—the Homeowners

“We wanted to create a cozy, attractive outdoor living area for the family to enjoy.”—The Rill Architects Team

“The front door is where you want the bang for your buck, it’s the first thing people see.”—David Benton

“More and more kitchens are being designed at the center of a confluence between indoors and out.”—The Rill Architects Team

“A simple home is appealing, a place where one listens to the tapping water and the herons’ call, instead of the hum of traffic.”—the Homeowners

“The homeowners were familiar with log cabin construction and wanted such a home for there country retreat. It needed to be rustic and authentic, with hand-hewn timbers, and it also had to look as though it had evolved over time.”—Jim Rill

“The ceiling provides an elegant touch, a flat roof wouldn’t be nearly as ‘wow.’”—the Homeowner

“The owners spend lots of time outside so they wanted an outdoor room with TV, kitchen, fireplace and the best views.”—Jim Rill