Historic Queen Anne Home in Roslyn

A historic Queen Anne home in Roslyn, New York, was originally built in 1898 but fell into disrepair before being dismantled and rebuilt piece by piece across town at the base of a duck pond…

“We wanted our contribution to feel like a thoughtful next chapter”

Owners Seek Modern Family Needs

After 12 years of living in the house, the owners called on Danielle Rose Design to help preserve the home's character while making it work for modern family life.

Kitchen Extension

The new kitchen extension features a generous central island, vaulted ceiling, original-inspired windows, Benjamin Moore's Natural Cream cabinets, and Brownstone Furniture stools.

Architectural Review Process

The homeowners and architect Matthew Korn navigated a year-long architectural review with four rounds of revisions to secure approval from the local historic board and Roslyn Landmark Society.

Staircase Restoration

The staircase was dismantled and recreated with individual spindles, refinishing in rich dark oak with unlacquered brass toe kicks and stair-runner rods.

Kitchen and Pantry

The kitchen has a vaulted ceiling with white oak beams, Benjamin Moore's Natural Cream cabinets, deep walnut details, and marble countertops.

Dining Area

The dining area includes an oak table, upholstered chairs, a built-in banquette, and a brass light that balances comfort and elegance with a vintage rug.

Mudroom and Powder Room

The mudroom has furniture-style cabinetry, marble countertops, and unlacquered brass hardware, while the powder room features deep green millwork, Morris & Co. floral wallpaper, and a warm wood vanity.

Primary and Kids' Bedrooms

The primary bedroom has delicate floral wallpaper and pink mohair lounge chairs with fringe detailing, while the children's room features hand-painted checkerboard floors and subtle wallpaper for a storybook feel.

Exterior and Entryway

The historic Roslyn home sits among mature trees with a custom walnut mudroom bench and built-in storage offering craftsmanship inside the entry.

Reusing Historic Elements

The renovation reused original windows, moldings, and casings while giving new purpose to elements like kitchen cabinets in the laundry room and the staircase.

Color and Texture Balance

Earth tones, natural textures, and statement stone create a warm, grounded space with brass, walnut, and marble checkerboard flooring recurring throughout the home.

Final Vibe

The home balances historic charm with modern family needs, featuring warm, collected spaces that feel rooted in tradition with a touch of playfulness.

“warm, collected, and rooted in tradition, with a little playfulness”

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Renovation Philosophy

The renovation avoids freezing the house in time, allowing its history to evolve with the family while preserving original architectural details.