The Carlisle House

The Carlisle House, an 1849 Greek Revival-style farmstead, is the 25th anniversary centerpiece project for the television show, This Old House. A portion of the proceeds from its sale will endow a new scholarship for the building arts.

The Lighting Challenge:

Wolfers was chosen to design and install the lighting for the entire home project. Each room posed a unique set of lighting challenges, some of which are outlined below.

The Wolfers Solution:

This Old House proposed a dramatic reuse of the existing timberframe barn as a "living hall." The area includes a Rumford fireplace with granite hearth, fieldstone surround and recycled oak lintel. To accentuate this key feature, we installed a rail system that washes light across the antique oak and highlights its rustic charm.

In the kitchen we used a cable system to create task lighting over the island and counter top. In the library, flush mount collars (rimless recessed lighting) create a seamless look on the ceiling’s surface. For a dramatic finishing touch, we enhanced the view of the grounds with landscape lighting.