That 70's House

Sited on an extraordinary piece of land that gently rolls down to a tidal pond, this home has been unaltered since its construction in the mid 70s. The same family has cherished decades of summers in this classic Chilmark camp – children, now grown, raised up on CCC camp and Galley soft serve – they wanted to preserve the spirit of their quintessential Vineyard summer house while creating readiness for future generations. Working in close collaboration with our mechanical engineering partners, we designed a deep energy retrofit with high efficiency systems, improvements to the building envelope, and a roof mounted solar array that will work toward Net Zero. The interior finishes include selections that have achieved the highest certifications in Green Building standards, creating an indoor environment that is as healthy as it is beautiful.

Modern dining room with wooden table and chairs, large windows, sliding glass doors leading to a deck.
Modern kitchen with wooden ceiling, pendant lights, central island, large refrigerator, and woman in pink suit.
Wooden ceiling with visible beams
Architectural kitchen design blueprints and renderings, including plans and elevations with measurements, layout details, and 3D visualizations of a modern kitchen space with an island and pantry.
Interior of a house under construction with exposed wooden beams, scaffolding, and power tools. The room has large windows covered with plastic sheeting, a miter saw, and various building materials scattered around.
Wood and terrazzo samples on a surface

Project type: Private Home

Role: Architect

Year: 2025

Place: Chilmark

Area: 4200 sq ft

Contractor: Vinland Construction

Photos: Architect