Located in Bedminster, New Jersey, this parcel, once part of a larger family estate, required its own identity in order to establish itself as a new individual property. Beginning with a master plan, Chester Design established plantings along the road at the property frontage, designed new piers with gates, realigned the driveway that lead uphill… [read more]
Tired and outdated, this pool was in need of updating and repair. Organic in shape with a concrete pool deck and bright blue, this pool was renovated to a more classic look. The concrete pool deck was removed and reconfigured to an oval shape with decorative bluestone paving. A crescent shaped seating terrace, large enough… [read more]
A Sense of Arrival — Many properties are beautiful unto themselves, but they have functional problems that have to be reckoned with. In this case, an old farm house located on a 7-acre parcel of land was positioned in the upper corner of the parcel. The front of the house was 50 feet off of… [read more]
A Summer Getaway — Located on 4 acres, this new, custom-built home serves as a weekend retreat for family and friends. Used primarily in the summer, this site was designed to provide entertainment for all ages and to accommodate large gatherings, both formal and relaxed. Featuring a tennis court, a full size pool with built-in… [read more]
Elements of Asian Design — Located in a historic suburban neighborhood, this 1.4-acre property was dominated by huge oak trees and a mature landscape that had suffered severe impact from construction during the home’s recent renovation. Heavily influenced by their time spent abroad, the owners of this property wanted to incorporate new elements of Asian… [read more]
Nestled In The Woods — Situated on a corner lot in a historic suburban neighborhood, this traditional Tutor style home presented challenges of buffering both views and noises from busy adjacent roads, as well as fulfilling the owner’s desire of having a home that was nestled in the woods. To this end, a lush landscape… [read more]