Private Residence
Brighton, NY

Bayer Associates prepared a master plan for improvement of the grounds of this historic residence in Brighton, New York.  The master plan was the first step in a comprehensive effort to restore the grounds of the estate to their original elegance.  Upon completion of the master plan the project proceeded to the implementation phase, which was completed in 2006.  This project was viewed by both the homeowner and the design team as a restoration endeavor.  The designers made every effort to fully understand the character of the estate as it was originally conceived, and to recreate it through careful planning, design, and selection of materials.  New garden features were designed to be stylistically compatible with the existing residence, and consistent with the garden’s historic character.  Significant components of the project included driveway realignment, entry court development,  terrace restoration, garden pool development, bridge restoration, rear yard gateway development, garden house development, and the introduction of new amenities and garden ornaments.