Contemporary Summer Home by Arbonies King Vlock lists in Branford for $3.6M (PHOTOS)

September 1, 2020

Contemporary Summer Home by Arbonies King Vlock lists in Branford for $3.6M

$3,600,000 | Built c.1900 | 3,500 Sq. Ft. | 4 Beds | 2.5 Baths | 0.16 Acres

2 Sachem Road, Branford, Connecticut, United States, 06405

A contemporary summer home widely recognized as an architectural gem in the heart of Stony Creek has hit the market for $3.6 million in Branford, Connecticut. This exquisite and boldly modern, shingle style home is a tour de force of light and space born by the collaborative vision of architects Sandra Vlock and Glenn Arbonies. In one bold move, the architects transformed the original turn-of-century house by realigning the “front” to span across a driveway, taking full advantage of its south-facing views overlooking the Thimble Islands and active village life. Generously proportioned front steps create a feeling of welcome. Pairs of French doors link the wide gallery-like hallway from front to back. The first level includes two bedrooms with one en-suite bath, a mud room and plenty of storage. Attention to detail and craftsmanship is everywhere in this 3,500 square foot home with custom crown mouldings, columns and high baseboards, Tischler tilt-turn windows and doors, horizontal reveals in the walls, built-in window seats and maple floors with elegant walnut borders.

On the second level is the breathtaking open-plan main living area with its large fireplace. The dining room, living room and an over-sized gourmet kitchen enjoy a treehouse-like advantage looking out across the park and harbor beyond through an expanse of windows. The architects achieved a remarkable sense of scale and intimacy using detail and lighting in a dramatic, high-ceiling space that rises 24′ feeling uniquely embodied throughout the home. The key notes to this composition are flexibility, comfort and remarkable privacy sustained largely by the careful placement of windows and other architectural elements. The third level hosts two bedrooms, including the master suite with its large dressing area and bath. This is no ordinary space with flat ceilings.

The sculptural effect of intersecting dormers creates a series of dramatic interiors. The exterior of this home is an extension of the interior, an intimate outdoor environment that is private and serves as a magical place to entertain. A big bonus to the property is the separate 400 square foot studio building which lends itself to a variety of functionality as private retreat and entertainment space. Its pair of carriage house doors open to the garden, a seamless extension of outdoor living space. This is modern living set in an historic seaside village community. All within easy access to the town beach and marina, parks and library, post office and dining. This unique summer home is on the market for $3.6 million with Vicky Welch of William Raveis. Annual property taxes are estimated at $16,933.