Based in Garwood · Serving West Caldwell, New Jersey
Thoughtful design for additions, renovations and custom homes. Work with Robie J. Wood, a Yale-trained architect and AIA member, to explore what comes next for your property.
Discuss your projectCall the studioYour home, your priorities
If you are considering an addition in West Caldwell, start with the rooms and daily functions you need. A second-story expansion, a larger living area or a new suite can each affect the existing home in different ways.
Bring your bedroom and bathroom goals along with any available drawings. Stair placement, structure and the relationship of the new work to the original roof should be explored before committing to a particular plan.
Explore pre-design and feasibility studiesIdeas from completed work
Selected work from across the studio's portfolio, illustrating approaches to renovation and expansion.
An efficient and economical solution to expanding a second floor was provided by utilizing the lesser known Cape Anne Style. Cape Anne's have gambrel style roofs which allow more living space than the traditional Cape Cod style's gable roof. Three ample bedrooms were created and a gracious bathroom.
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A low-slung Ranch was transformed with a new Second Floor and re-organized to anchor the termination of an existing street. The new home boasts five bedroom, four bathrooms, and new Kitchen.
Explore this projectExplore new living space, a second story or a more useful existing layout. Consider the house as a whole, from circulation to exterior proportions.
Residential architectureDevelop your goals into a coordinated architectural design, with room relationships, daylight and the site considered together.
Architectural designDiscuss the intended use, existing building and practical goals for a commercial or community project.
Commercial architectureA project starts with your goals and the information available about the building and site. Bring a survey, drawings and photographs if you have them, along with any known constraints or previous approvals.
Requirements depend on the property and proposed work. Municipal guidance helps identify what to check; the design and review process should be tailored to the specific project.
An upstairs addition involves questions about the structure below, stair access and roof form. Comparing these with a ground-floor option helps clarify the choices for the specific property.
The practice is based in Garwood and serves clients in West Caldwell. Contact the studio to discuss your property and meeting arrangements.
Yes. Share the changes you are considering and the questions you have. An initial conversation can help identify the information and design work needed to move forward.
They depend on the scope, existing conditions, design work and any review process involved. Discuss your goals and timing with the studio so the proposal can reflect the actual project.
Share your goals and property location. The studio will follow up to discuss the next step.
Licensed Architect - NJ, NY, PA, VA
Based in Garwood, serving homeowners and businesses across nearby New Jersey communities.
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