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Project Brief

How do you place a 7,800 SF spec house with curb appeal and privacy on a difficult lot due to setbacks, zoning regulations, wetland issues and septic imitations? Despite these challenges, Karp Associates was able to create an attractive, homey stone and shingle house with alluring interior and exterior features to make it stand out in the marketplace.

Awards

2006 HOBI Award Winner - Best Spec Home

$4-5 Million Award

The front porch with fieldstone combined with an arched entry and the custom mahogany front door with sidelights was designed to capture buyers’ attention. Custom kitchen, exquisite moldings, large formal areas, marble and granite were all featured on the interior to further attract interest in this luxury price range. Our team also incorporated a distinctive front staircase, a master bath with crystal chandelier hung within a 35-ft. cupola and a children’s arts and crafts area to keep the audience interested.

Even the pool design fitting within two inches of three separate setbacks and a beautifully conceived landscaping plan help to overcome what was once a “difficult lot”.

Our team also incorporated a distinctive front staircase, a master bath with crystal chandelier hung within a 35-ft. cupola and a children’s arts and crafts area to keep the audience interested.

Arnold M. Karp​

Hear from our clients

Working with Arnold and his team of professionals at Karp Associates is such a rewarding experience, and I think it's because they are all so passionate about what they do. Since the conclusion of our first project meeting, I knew we had found a special group of people that represent excellence; something we all strive for in business and in life.

Darby Hitte, Owner, Thunderbird Environmental

Working with Arnold and his team of professionals at Karp Associates is such a rewarding experience, and I think it's because they are all so passionate about what they do. Since the conclusion of our first project meeting, I knew we had found a special group of people that represent excellence; something we all strive for in business and in life.

Darby Hitte, Owner, Thunderbird Environmental

The quality of the workmanship, timeliness, and responsiveness to their clients' needs and specifications is beyond any other company I have worked with as a designer. They take huge pride in being the best, and making sure they each home owner is completely satisfied even after the project is completed.

Susan O’Rourke

They were a wonderful liaison with the architect and other subcontractors. When changes needed to be made they were on top of them and always one step ahead.

Beth Dempsey

Always professional, they actually listen to their clients needs and unlike many other builders, they keep the project on budget and finish on time. The end result is a beautifully appointed, high-quality build that is top-notch construction.

Jen O’Brien

Karp Associates saved our renovation. Arnold Karp and team came in and were incredible. They are highly skilled builders, who work with complete transparency and the end result - a beautiful renovation.

Chris & Kimberly Clarke

I have worked with Karp Associates on many projects over the years—they are highly professional, organized and customer service oriented. From the smallest detail to the grand picture, Karp is paying attention. Our clients end up with beautiful spaces and a smile on their faces. They are terrific partners to have on your team.

Terry Scarborough, ASID, CMKBD, CGP - Deane, Inc.

Over the course of four years, thorough several phases, Karp Associates gave us the house of our dreams. Arnold is incredibly talented at what he does. He knows all the right people and is incredibly easy to work with. He has given us countless recommendations for things other than on the present job. We have two rooms left to renovate and are waiting to begin any day. I know that they will be completed stress-free with the style and professionalism we have grown to admire in Arnold.

Lee Ann Mistretta

It was wonderful to work with Karp Associates. We were new to the area and he helped us connect with the professionals we needed starting with the architect. We worked on a master plan that was implemented in 3 phases. All the employees were prompt, courteous, clean and professional. It was a good experience.

Edwards, New Canaan

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