Modern Contemporary Home in Fairfield County, Connecticut
This modern contemporary home in Fairfield County, Connecticut was designed by Tanner White Architects as a bold, clean-lined residence that responds to the natural slope of the site while maximizing light, views, and indoor-outdoor living. The home combines strong geometric forms with natural materials to create a modern architectural statement that remains warm and livable.
The design is organized as a series of stacked volumes, with a dramatic cantilevered upper level that creates covered outdoor space and emphasizes the horizontal lines of the house. Smooth stucco panels, dark wood siding, and large expanses of glass give the home a refined modern aesthetic while maintaining durability suitable for the New England climate.
Floor-to-ceiling windows wrap the primary living spaces, allowing natural light to enter from multiple directions and providing expansive views of the surrounding landscape. The open interior layout connects the kitchen, living, and dining areas to outdoor terraces, creating a seamless transition between interior and exterior living.
The sloping property allowed the design to incorporate a walk-out lower level with direct access to the lawn, while upper-level spaces enjoy elevated views and increased privacy. Concrete retaining walls, modern landscaping, and layered planting reinforce the contemporary character of the architecture.
Designed as a luxury custom residence, the home reflects a balance of modern design, functional planning, and timeless materials. Tanner White Architects specializes in modern and transitional custom homes in Westport, Greenwich, Fairfield, and throughout Connecticut, creating residences tailored to each client and site.
This waterfront custom home in Belle Haven, Greenwich, Connecticut was designed by Tanner White Architects as a timeless interpretation of the classic New England shingle style estate. Located in one of Greenwich’s most prestigious coastal neighborhoods, the residence was carefully designed to maximize water views while maintaining the scale and character of traditional Belle Haven architecture.
The exterior features cedar shingle siding, detailed trim work, and a complex roofline with dormers, chimneys, and gables that create a rich, layered composition. Large windows and glass doors line the waterfront façade, allowing uninterrupted views of Long Island Sound while filling the interior with natural light.
Multiple terraces, covered porches, and rooftop decks provide outdoor living spaces at every level, designed to take full advantage of the coastal setting. A columned porch and outdoor dining area extend the living space toward the water, creating a seamless connection between the house, landscape, and shoreline.
The interior layout was organized to capture views from all primary rooms, with expansive living spaces opening directly to the lawn and waterfront terrace. Traditional architectural proportions are combined with modern detailing to create a home that feels both classic and contemporary.
Designed as a luxury custom residence in Belle Haven, the home reflects the historic character of Greenwich while incorporating modern comfort, energy efficiency, and coastal durability.
Tanner White Architects specializes in luxury waterfront homes in Greenwich, Belle Haven, Riverside, and throughout Fairfield County, designing custom residences that balance traditional architecture with modern living.
Set within a sweeping landscaped meadow, Country in Connecticut is a modern estate residence that balances refined architectural detail with a strong connection to the surrounding landscape. Designed as a contemporary interpretation of a classic gabled home, the house combines crisp white siding, expansive floor-to-ceiling glazing, and a grounded stone base to create a timeless yet forward-looking presence.
The home is carefully organized to maximize long views across the property, with generous outdoor terraces and large expanses of glass blurring the line between interior and exterior living. Natural light plays a central role throughout the residence, enhancing the home’s open layout and reinforcing its relationship to the site.
The interiors were designed by Karen Asprea, whose work brings warmth, texture, and sophistication to the architecture. A bold material palette, custom millwork, and thoughtfully layered finishes create spaces that feel both elevated and livable—perfectly complementing the home’s modern architectural framework.
This country house exemplifies a holistic approach to residential design, where architecture, interiors, and landscape work together to create a cohesive, enduring home rooted in its environment.
A striking modern home in Greenwich, CT by Tanner White Architects featuring dark slate cladding, expansive glass façades, and minimalist detailing that blends contemporary design with timeless New England character.
✨ Modern living in Westport ✨
This newly completed home blends bold gabled architecture with expansive glass, warm natural wood, and sleek metal detailing. Surrounded by curated landscaping, it’s designed for light, openness, and connection to the outdoors — a modern retreat just minutes from the shoreline.
This exquisite Greenwich estate blends timeless architectural elegance with modern luxury living. The stately façade features a symmetrical design with tall windows, dormers, and a slate roof, complemented by a welcoming columned entryway that creates a grand sense of arrival.
Set on expansive manicured grounds, the residence showcases refined proportions and meticulous detailing, reflecting the tradition of classic Greenwich estates while offering today’s modern comforts. Inside, soaring ceilings and abundant natural light define the interiors, creating a perfect balance between formal sophistication and livable warmth.
From its sweeping driveway approach to its beautifully landscaped gardens, this property captures the essence of Greenwich luxury real estate. Ideal for both entertaining and everyday living, it stands as a premier example of classic estate homes in Greenwich, Connecticut.
Set along the serene banks of the river in Westport, this modern residence is a showcase of clean lines, expansive glass, and timeless architectural design. The exterior blends warm stonework with sleek stucco and vertical cladding, creating a harmonious balance of texture and geometry. Floor-to-ceiling windows flood the interiors with natural light while framing sweeping views of the water, connecting indoor living seamlessly to the outdoors.
The home’s thoughtful landscaping tiers down to the river, with natural stone walls, lush greenery, and vibrant plantings enhancing its contemporary character. Expansive terraces and glass-railed balconies invite year-round enjoyment of the waterfront setting. With its sophisticated form and minimalist detailing, this house embodies the essence of modern luxury living in one of Westport’s most sought-after riverfront locations.
Timeless Coastal Estate in Greenwich, Connecticut
Set on a beautifully landscaped property in Greenwich, this custom-designed residence blends classic New England architecture with a refined, modern sensibility. The home is conceived as a layered composition of gabled rooflines, shingle siding, and natural stone, creating a sense of history and permanence while maintaining a clean, updated aesthetic.
A gracious wraparound porch anchors the home to its surroundings, establishing a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living. Expansive windows flood the interiors with natural light while framing curated views of mature trees, sculpted gardens, and rolling lawn. The material palette—bleached cedar shingles, hand-laid stone, and crisp white trim—offers a soft, coastal elegance that feels both relaxed and elevated.
Inside, the architecture is driven by proportion and volume. Public spaces are open yet intentionally scaled, creating a balance between grandeur and intimacy. Ceiling heights shift thoughtfully throughout the home, enhancing the experience of each room—from airy gathering spaces to more private, grounded retreats.
The landscape design complements the architecture with a naturalistic approach—layered plantings, native textures, and strategically placed stone elements that echo the home’s foundation. The result is a cohesive estate that feels deeply rooted in its environment while delivering a timeless, sophisticated lifestyle.
This Greenwich home reflects a design philosophy centered on reinterpretation—where traditional forms are subtly reworked to create something distinct, enduring, and uniquely modern.
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