The world of revamped real estate is vast—from storage containers to treehouses and everything in between, humans find a way to turn just about anything into a home. Santiago and Bonnie Suarez have also included a 19th-century New England Church.
According to TopTenRealEstateDeals.comIn 2007, the Greenwich church was renovated and reopened by the Suarezes. This renovation took place 155 years ago, when the original church was built in 1852. Gray Organschi, an architect, transformed this historic steeple building into a beautiful piece of art.
This home is currently on the market at $1.8 million. Join us as we take a tour inside this unique New England property.
This home is a show-stopper. You are immediately drawn to the stunning white-cedar front doors that were designed by the owners in the style of a Japanese sushi shop. The combination of old and new is apparent before you even enter the church.
Once inside, you’d never be able to tell this building once held parishioners just two years after California became a state. The 20-foot high ceilings are highlighted by the clean white walls. The walls reflect the light from the 16-foot windows to either side of the living area.
And that amazing light fixture? It’s a Venetian chandelier from Murano. It’s unclear whether this fixture was custom-made or from old Murano stock, but pieces of a similar size StartAround $9,000 to $12,000
Shift your gaze from the sleek, black fireplace to the kitchen, and you’ll find a remnant of the old church: a choir loft. Gray Organschi made a significant transformation to this second-story space. The loft is now a free-floating birch pod with rounded edges and smooth planes straight out of a midcentury lover’s dream.
Modern kitchens can sometimes be too stylish for their practicality. But in this home, that couldn’t be further from the truth. The thought that the designers put into this room’s design is evident.
The counter space and appliances flow seamlessly from one another, maximising efficiency and mobility. This kitchen is beautifully designed and features a rolling bar, a dining island, and eye-catching artwork.
Yes, fancy chandeliers look great but what about the? Really important rooms? It was something the New England church owners considered. The upstairs bathroom appears to have a bathtub and stall shower. Relax or rinse—your choice.
Beautiful honey hardwood floors contrast beautifully with the spacious vanity. It’s narrow (hey, it It isA church built in the 1850s, but very effective in its use of space.
The primary bedroom can be found on the other side, just past the choir loft. This large room has exposed ceiling beams, hardwood statement walls, and views from the second-story windows.
I don’t know, but I ThinkIt’s worth it to get up in a room like this, even though there isn’t enough space for calisthenics in the bathroom.
What could that bedroom view be looking at? This home is blessed with beautiful views of mature trees all year. Enjoy the vibrant greens of spring and summer, and then sit back and enjoy the fiery reds, yellows, and oranges New England’s autumns are famous for.
This remarkable blend of new and old architecture is currently listed under Liz Forrest. Douglas Elliman Realty. What do you think? Is it sufficient to make a downpayment?