Classic Mendham Home

Large dark blue house with a front porch and an American flag. Stone steps leading up to the porch, flanked by two urn planters with orange flowers. Multiple windows, some with white trim. Green trees and shrubs surrounding the house.

Before

Front view of a white, two-story house with a porch, four dormer windows on the roof, brick chimney, and steps leading up to the entrance. Two potted plants are on either side of the steps, and the house is surrounded by trees, with a clear blue sky overhead.

After

A large white house with a black front door, multiple windows, a wide front porch with white columns, three Adirondack chairs, and a stone staircase leading up to it. The house has a steep pitched roof with four dormer windows and brick chimneys. The
Front porch of a house with white siding, black front door with windows, stone steps, brick foundation, black lanterns, and large planters with flowers.
An aerial view of a house with gray shingle roof, several dormer windows, a brick chimney, and a metal awning over the porch, surrounded by green grass and trees.
Front porch of a white house with three black lantern-style light fixtures, three white Adirondack chairs, and an American flag, with trees in the background.
A spacious wooden porch with white Adirondack chairs, black lantern-style light fixtures, and multiple windows on a white house exterior, surrounded by trees.
Close-up of a white house's upper story with multiple dormer windows and black shutters beneath a clear blue sky.
Backyard patio with outdoor furniture including chairs, sofas, ottomans, and a grill, adjacent to a white, multi-story house with large windows and a dark roof, surrounded by trees and greenery.
Modern kitchen with white cabinets, a marble backsplash, and a central wooden island with a built-in wine cooler and fridge. Gold light fixtures hang from the ceiling, and there is dark hardwood flooring.
Bright kitchen with white cabinetry, marble backsplash, and hardwood floors, featuring a window above the sink and a stainless-steel stove.
Elegant kitchen with cream-colored cabinets, marble backsplash, large island with marble top and wooden stools, gold light fixtures, and a large window letting in natural light.
Bright kitchen with cream cabinetry, marble countertops, and a wooden island with a white marble top. There are gold fixtures, a window above the sink, and a potted orchid on the island. Gold chandelier lighting fixtures hang from the ceiling. Large
Bright kitchen with white cabinets, marble backsplash, and a wooden island with five chairs. Gold pendant lights hang from the ceiling, and there is a window above the sink with a flower vase on the counter.
Bright open-concept kitchen with a large marble-topped island, wooden cabinetry, a white orchid centerpiece, and elegant light fixtures in a dining area.
Bright living room with white walls, hardwood floors, a fireplace with a wooden mantel, multiple windows with views of greenery, and white furniture including sofas, armchairs, and a side table with a potted orchid.
Living room and kitchen with white walls, hardwood floors, and large windows. The living room has a cream-colored sofa and chairs, a wooden coffee table, and a side table with a lamp. The kitchen features cream-colored cabinetry, a marble backsplash,
Interior view of a spacious, well-lit house with hardwood floors, white walls, and a staircase with wooden handrail. There is a chandelier hanging from the ceiling, and multiple doorways leading to other rooms with large windows.
Living room fireplace with white mantel, brown marble hearth, and two windows on either side showing green outdoor scenery.
Interior view of a room with glass double doors leading to a garden, hardwood floors, and a nearby window, white walls, and trim.
Bathroom with glass shower enclosure, white toilet, blue vanity with marble countertop, gold fixtures, round gold mirror, patterned black and white floor tiles, and modern black geometric light fixture.
Indoor staircase with dark wood handrails and white spindles, leading up to a small landing with a window allowing natural light in.
Modern bathroom with dual sinks, large mirror, wooden vanity, marble shower with glass door, toilet in an adjacent room, polished marble floors, and a window showing greenery outside.
A modern walk-in shower with glass walls and door, marble-patterned wall tiles, a ceiling-mounted showerhead, a small window, and a tiled floor with a drain.
Bathroom with walk-in shower featuring glass door and herringbone tile, beside a white bathtub, window with green foliage outside, and white walls.
A laundry room with light blue cabinets, a white countertop, a stainless steel sink with a modern chrome faucet, a washing machine, and a dryer. There is a window with a view of green trees outside.
White three-story house with a dark gray roof, multiple dormer windows, a front porch with white columns, and outdoor seating. Trees and power lines are visible in the background.

Before and during construction

A two-story house with blue siding and a large front porch, decorated with outdoor furniture. The house has a main entrance with steps leading up from the sidewalk, flanked by potted plants with orange flowers. An American flag is mounted on a flagpo
Kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator with various magnets, a white electric stove, and a dark countertop.
Living room with hardwood floors, a brick and wood fireplace, a small side table with a cordless phone, a box, and bags on it, and ceiling lights on the ceiling.
Interior of a house under renovation with exposed wooden beams, electrical wiring, and a staircase with a white railing leading to the upper floor.
Interior of a house under renovation with exposed wooden beams, framing, an old brick wall, a light bulb hanging, and construction debris on the floor.
Interior of a heavily damaged building with exposed wooden framing, debris on the floor, and torn drywall, indicating recent destruction or renovation.
Foundation work for a concrete patio with gravel base, brick border, and square stepping stones, in a backyard with nearby houses.
Architectural blueprints and floor plans spread out on a desk, with a pencil, ruler, and a small eraser nearby.
Under construction house with black and gray roof, white walls wrapped with Tyvek HomeWrap, multiple windows, and workers on the roof installing shingles. There's a pile of dirt in front, a black fence, and a stone staircase leading up to the house.
Sample display of four different brick types in wooden framed panels, arranged in a 2x2 grid. Each brick type has a small label indicating its name.
Architectural drawing of a two-story house with detailed front elevation, including windows, doors, and roof structure, with notes for removal of the existing roof and rafters.
Construction site with newly built brick pillars in front of a house covered with Tyvek HomeWrap, with a dirt yard and trees in the background.
Kitchen countertop with a sink, a custom cabinet door, a cutting board, a marble tile, and a roll of paper towels.
Two cabinet doors, one stained dark wood and one painted white, stand upright on a construction site with unfinished wooden framing and tools in the background.
Comparison of a staircase before and after renovation; the old staircase on the left is under construction with exposed beams, debris on the floor, and worn carpet; the renovated staircase on the right is finished with polished wooden steps, white ri
A large white house with multiple stories, a front porch with columns, and dormer windows on the roof. There are trees around and construction materials in front.

Credits

Todd Schaeffler:
Designer / Project Manager

Jacquelyn Schaeffler, AIA:

Architect

Elaine Schaeffler:
Designer / Decorator