The side facade of the existing house was low and dark. There were minimal windows facing the preserve on the first floor and no exposure to that side on the second floor.

The new house sits on top of the old foundations except for the five foot extension of the new Living/Dining Room space that has large windows facing the nature preserve. This was the maximum extension allowable given the wetlands ordinances in Scarsdale. On top of the extension is a deck off of the Master Bedroom and Study/Guest Room which have large sliding doors to maximize the views into the woods. The triple dormer on top of the house is for the third floor Recreation Room. On top of the house is the clerestory that illuminates the center of the house.