Just a few blocks from the Jersey Shore, GRADE has transformed the Shore House—a classic, 13,000 SF Colonial Revival style home—into a summer beach home for family and entertaining guests. The historic exterior, featuring neoclassical detailing and a deeply set wrap-around porch, has been refurbished to its original design, while on the inside, four floors were completely redesigned to reflect a 21st-century aesthetic and program. Interventions modernized floor plans while respecting the historic nature of the framework with a series of social spaces designed to accommodate large gatherings on the main floor—in the dining room, great room and adjoining bar/lounge which features a coffered ceiling. On the lower level, a hidden entrance leads to a speakeasy with wine room, secondary kitchen and bath, offering a more intimate space for smaller groups after hours. Upper levels house the primary bedroom, 7 guest bedrooms with ensuite baths, staff bedrooms and a spacious children’s playroom. Interiors are airy, inviting and comfortable to ensure a relaxing, hospitable experience for both the family and guests. A neutral color scheme and materials palette of wood and stone lay the groundwork for eclectic, sophisticated furnishings and decoration that reflect the family’s fun-loving, energetic spirit. Lighter areas on the main and upper floors turn to a darker, moodier palette on the lower level, and durable but luxurious materials and refined detailing reference the home’s history and offer a balance between the old and the new.