This Back Bay townhouse renovation transformed a dark, compartmentalized Victorian interior into an open, light-filled home. The main floor now flows as one connected space for cooking, dining, and living, anchored by a stone-clad stair wall. Upstairs, a glass connector joins two bedroom suites and helps bring natural light deeper into the house. A top-floor office leads out to its own terrace, and the roof deck — outfitted with a kitchenette and heating — adds outdoor living space for much of the year. Marble, lacquered cabinetry, and oak flooring tie the interiors together, balancing a clean, modern feel with a few more expressive design touches.
Architecture and interior design: Ruhl Walker Architects (predecessor firm)
Photography: © Michael J. Lee Photography