Due to several earlier expansion efforts, this oceanfront residence—a charming summer cottage built in the 1920s—had a disjointed layout and a confused aesthetic. Years of wear and tear, meanwhile, left it with a crumbling foundation. The longtime owners felt they needed to do something. Other architects suggested the clients tear down the house and build anew, but it was a family home filled with memories, and the owners wanted to preserve it. The solution our firm proposed focused on enhancing the architectural language and livability without compromising the existing character.