Reimagining Spaces
When tackling a 10,000-square-foot historic estate, you need more than just good taste—you need a plan, a ladder, and maybe a lot of caffeine. This Concord home, originally built in 1903, challenged us to create spaces that honored its history while inviting a fresh perspective. With a cohesive palette, modern touches, and a focus on historic home interior design, we brought new life to its iconic bones. Let’s take a peek at the entry, living room, and dining room. This beauty was featured in both Boston Home and The Boston Globe.
A Classic Welcome
Step into the earthy blue vestibule, where the original door greets you with sidelights and a glass interior door leading to the grand foyer. The foyer is a traditionalist’s dream, with its stenciled floor and all-original millwork—wainscot, baseboards, and trim—refreshed in a crisp cream color. We balanced this classic look with tone-on-tone geometric wallpaper, contemporary furniture, and modern lighting. The staircase, a showstopper in striking black paint, winds its way to the third floor, setting the stage for this spacious, layered entryway.



Modern Ease
The living room combines historic charm and modern ease. Original leaded glass cabinetry anchors the space, complemented by a new glass-and-metal light fixture above. Simple, neutral furnishings play well one of our favorite lounge chairs—a Scandinavian chair emphasizing simplicity, gracefulness, craftsmanship and timelessness. The fireplace retains its historic charm, adorned with simple art overhead, balanced by contemporary sconces. White linen drapery panels hang gracefully on black French return rods, tying the room together.



Grounded in Neutrals
In the dining room, history takes center stage (again) with an original fireplace and detailed millwork. A custom walnut-and-glass dining table is paired with black leather chairs, offering a modern balance. Overhead, a Roll & Hill light fixture hangs from a plaster medallion, a pairing that feels both historic and new. Grasscloth wallpaper brings texture, while an oak console with black hardware and matching buffet lamps adds elegance. Natural linen drapery panels soften the space, all grounded by a neutral indoor-outdoor rug that ensures spills won’t start a civil war.



Part of a Larger Story
Cohesion is the name of the game in this historic home interior design. Each room feels like part of a larger story, tied together by textures, patterns, and a shared color palette. This 10,000-square-foot estate demanded thoughtful transitions from space to space, and we delivered. Read more in Part II, where we’ll dive into the media room, office, family room, and kitchen – the casual spaces that truly makes a house feel like home.