In the early 1800’s, the Shelly family decided to set down roots in Doylestown, Pennsylvania. Nestled at the top of a bucolic hillside at the edge of a deep wood, they built a modest stone and timber farmstead. The land, once occupied by British forces during the Revolutionary War, would now become a working farm feeding the surrounding community for the next two hundred years.

In 2019, the farmstead was offered to the public for the first time. Having been vacant for some time, the farmstead’s main house and outbuildings were disheveled and in need of repair. Restoring the farmstead, while preserving its unique history, provided us with the perfect opportunity to use all our skills and creativity. We eagerly embraced the challenge.

We thoughtfully transformed the main house into Luce Architects new home. We felt it essential to preserve the original structure, hardwood floors and stonework. This included the farmstead’s many stone walls and carved stone animals created by Keith Shelly, the last family member to occupy the site. We added our own special touches to make the house a functional workspace and an appealing, comfortable place for our clients and visitors.

Luce’s new home honors the history of the local community, showcases our team’s creativity, and provides us with room to grow. We hope that our new home inspires you, as it does us, every day.