In Lincoln, Massachusetts, a contemporary home built in 1977 stands as a tribute to the love between renowned architect Robert "Buz" Brannen and his wife, Barbara Brannen. Situated at 14 Baker Bridge Road, on over two acres of premium land, the recently up-for-sale house captures attention through its architecture and the love story it represents.
Buz Brannen, a co-founder of Jung/Brannen (the largest architecture firm in Boston during the 1980s) was well-known for creating grand structures like One Post Office Square, One Financial Place, and 125 High Street. However, his design's profound harmony with nature emerged particularly well in the home he built for his family, according to a Boston.com article.
The house lies close to notable landmarks such as the Gropius House, the Carroll School, and the deCordova Museum. Elegantly tucked in its landscape, it is surrounded by 114 acres of conservation land and scenic trails. The house, wearing natural materials like cedar shingle siding and a roof of cedar shake, is nestled amongst apple tree-lined pathways and nature's brilliance, as stated in Realtor.com.
A number of upgrades and renovations since its construction have transformed the house into a modern, open, and light-filled interior. Additions include eight new skylights, open-concept living space, and honeyed, radiant heated wood floors throughout the first level. The upgrades have conscientiously upheld the home's original charm while improving its practicality and accessibility, as noted in the aforementioned Boston.com article.
The home was designed to carefully integrate Barbara’s love of horticulture, with the presence of verdant flora evident throughout the property. The garden is lush with fruits from espaliered apple trees, dwarf peach trees, and distinct tree peonies. An addition of a greenhouse tied to a lap pool and spa allowed her to nurture her botanic passion in winter while also easing her arthritis, according to the Boston.com article.
Apart from main quarters, elsewhere on the property is a 663-square-foot accessory apartment with a separate entrance, kitchen, bathroom, and laundry. This space can cater to guests, serve as an office, or even be rented. Moreover, local amenities such as schools, pool complexes, tennis courts, downtown, and hiking trails are easily accessible.
