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Courtyard House
February 2025
A Nantucket Dream Realized
Photography by Read McKendree/JBSA
This was my dream: to actually build this house. It takes a lot of luck and magic to be able to do that. —Andrew Kotchen, Founding Principal at Workshop/APD
Welcome to the Courtyard House, a Nantucket family residence designed by Workshop/APD. Here, the “heart of the home” is undoubtedly the sweeping central courtyard. Ideal for privacy and summer soirées, the green is abundant with native plants, al fresco living spaces, and a breathtaking zero-edge infinity pool. Modern architecture meets the timeless appeal of the island’s earliest Shaker structures, allowing the home to shine without the need for opulence or extravagant finishes. Organic materials, bespoke finishes, tasteful statement lighting, and a neutral color palette converge in this ideal summertime retreat.
The property was photographed by Rhode Island photographer Read McKendree. Specializing in architecture, interiors, and hospitality, McKendree is often on the road shooting exceptional spaces across the world. When he’s not behind the lens, he loves to spend time with his wife and daughter, carrying his surfboard and a cup of coffee along for the ride.
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To connect with Read, please visit his website ReadMcKendree.com and follow along on Instagram @readmckendree. You can also learn more about the Courtyard House on Workshop/APD’s website, WorkshopAPD.com.
Design by Workshop/APD, July 2021
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