Lefferts Manor House / Abruzzo Bodziak Architects | ArchDaily
Summary
The Lefferts Manor House, designed by Abruzzo Bodziak Architects, showcases a modern reinvention of a historic Brooklyn residence, balancing preservation with contemporary functionality.
Why It Matters
This project highlights the challenges and opportunities in renovating historic homes, particularly in maintaining architectural integrity while adapting to modern living needs. It serves as a case study for architects and homeowners interested in blending old and new design principles.
Key Takeaways
- The design emphasizes simplicity and functionality, addressing the needs of a modern family.
- Historic preservation is balanced with contemporary design through thoughtful interior reinvention.
- The project references early modernist principles in material usage while respecting the home's historic character.
Save this picture!© Eric Petschek+ 20 Curated by Hadir Al Koshta Share ShareFacebookTwitterMailPinterestWhatsappOrhttps://www.archdaily.com/1038855/lefferts-manor-house-abruzzo-bodziak-architects Clipboard "COPY" CopyHouses•Brooklyn, United States Architects: Abruzzo Bodziak Architects Area Area of this architecture project Area: 3323 ft² Year Completion year of this architecture project Year: 2025 Photographs Photographs:Eric Petschek, Pete Deevakul Manufacturers Brands with products used in this architecture project Manufacturers: Duravit, &Tradition Flowerpot VP7, Andrew Neyer, Ann Sacks, Artemide, Bedrosians, Benjamin Moore, Element Lighting, Fisher Paykel, Frigidaire, GC, GE, Marvin, Minke Aire Roto, Naturali Stone, Pure Edge Cirrus Suspension D, SMC Stone International, Samsung, Sharp, Spot On Lighting Structural Engineering: A Degree of Freedom Category: HousesDesign Team: Emily Abruzzo, Gerald Bodziak, Nicholas Desbiens, Brendan LeeGeneral Contractor : Cotiy Building Management INCStyling: Krystin PetschekCity: BrooklynCountry: United StatesDid you collaborate on this project?More SpecsLess Specs Save this picture!© Eric Petschek Text description provided by the architects. The Lefferts Manor section of the Prospect Lefferts Gardens Historic District in Brooklyn is a remarkably well-preserved series of historic houses from the late 19th to early 20th-century: stately and large enough for families, the interiors can pose challenges to contemporary living, with ou...
