BDG 27th Edition 2024

Though compact in size, this stylish sanctuary makes a major statement. Once a
blue-collar dwelling dating back to the 1700’s, its latest iteration, custom built
and renovated by CM Ragusa Builders, is brimming with luxury. The home is a
treasure trove of elegance and comfort that is optimized for modern living, aptly
coined “The Jewelry Box” for its dazzling details. Bountiful upscale finishes instill a
refined sophistication in every inch of the compact space. Bronze and brass hardware
glisten on cabinetry that flows throughout the kitchen and dining spaces. Calacatta
Viola marble lines the kitchen island, full service storage bar, and serves as a lavish
backdrop for an exquisite La Cornue Château 150 range and adjacent Flamberge
rotisserie oven. Space is further maximized in the kitchen with a sleek spice rack that
gracefully retreats into the marble.
“When renovating the property, we wanted not only to capture its history, but also
to elevate and make it better than ever,” says Cal Reinhart, CM Ragusa’s Director of
Operations. The home’s 18th century roots and tight size called for careful planning
and thoughtful design to optimize the space. “To carve out a private backyard, the
layout was completely flipped,” notes Reinhart. “We shifted the original structure to
the front of the property, which was originally a vast front yard exposed to heavier
foot traffic.” In the early phases of the project, waterproofing was crucial given the
home’s adjacency to a pre-colonial waterway once used for commerce in the bustling
coastal New England town. “We brought the structure down to its original post and
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