Location: Village of Southampton, NY. Architect/Designer: ARKE Structural Design: Pacifico Engineering PC Design Team: Joaquin E. Boldrini Interior designer: Hernan Arriaga, Joaquin Boldrini Construction by: Terra Construction Year: 2025
Discover a fresh take on classic Hamptons living in this beautifully reimagined Southampton Village cottage. What began as a traditional home has been thoughtfully expanded and updated, blending timeless charm with comfortable modern style. The newly added primary suite feels like a quiet retreat, featuring custom-built closets, refined wall paneling, crown moldings, and a spa-like bathroom that makes everyday routines feel a little more special.
The property’s transformation continues outdoors, where the former garage now serves as a bright and welcoming pool house. With its built-in bar, generous windows, and easy flow to the yard, it’s the perfect spot to gather after a swim or simply enjoy the view. The renovation strikes a careful balance between honoring the home’s original architecture and introducing a fresh, updated sensibility. Every new element—from the expanded layout to the detailed millwork—was designed to feel as though it had always belonged, seamlessly echoing the scale, proportions, and character of the existing cottage. The result is an addition that blends effortlessly with the traditional framework, preserving the home’s history while enhancing it with understated, thoughtful modernity.
Inside the main cottage, original details are preserved where they matter, balanced with fresh upgrades throughout. The common spaces feel open and inviting, making the home just as comfortable for everyday living as it is for hosting weekend guests. Thoughtful finishes and practical improvements come together to create a space that feels both elevated and easygoing.
Altogether, this is a home that captures the best of village life—close to everything yet tucked into its own peaceful setting. With its combination of traditional character, modern comforts, and beautifully renewed outdoor spaces, it offers a simple, graceful way to enjoy the Hamptons year-round.
The kitchen embraces a bright, airy feel with its cathedral ceilings and exposed rafters, giving the space an inviting sense of openness. Refinished floors and an expanded backsplash add warmth and texture, while open shelving keeps the room feeling casual and uncluttered. To create the new passageway to the addition, an existing tall cabinet was thoughtfully removed, improving both flow and natural sightlines. With sunlight pouring in from multiple directions, the kitchen—and really the entire home—feels fresh, uplifting, and effortlessly connected.
Step into the renovated backyard and you’ll find a new stone patio designed for relaxed entertaining—whether it’s a quiet morning coffee or a lively summer dinner with friends. The layout encourages seamless indoor-outdoor living, giving the home a light, breezy feel that fits right into the Southampton lifestyle.
