Hingham, Massachusetts

Thaxter Street Residence

Modern Shingle-Style Addition: Expanding an 1870’s Historic Home in Hingham.

Thaxter Street Residence

Newly constructed two-story house with a front porch, black metal roof, and mixed siding of shingles and wood paneling. The house has multiple windows with blinds, and there are trees with colorful fall leaves in the background. A stone and wooden retaining wall with grasses and fallen leaves in front.

The Thaxter Street Residence represents a sophisticated expansion of an 1870’s home located near the prestigious Lincoln Historic District in Hingham, Massachusetts. The project’s primary objective was to replace a dated, single-story attached garage with a substantial two-story modern shingle-style addition, significantly increasing the home's program while respecting its historical context.

The architectural design utilizes a modern interpretation of the Shingle Style to create a seamless transition between the mid-19th-century original structure and the new construction. Completed in Fall 2025 by LDS Construction, the addition provides expansive new living areas that bridge the gap between historic charm and contemporary functionality.

Given the scale of the expansion, the project was classified as a "large addition" under the current Massachusetts Energy Code. This designation required a rigorous commitment to high-performance building standards, ensuring that the new structure meets modern efficiency and sustainability requirements without compromising the aesthetic integrity of the original home and neighborhood. The result is a high-performing, resilient residence that honors Hingham’s architectural heritage while delivering a premier modern living experience.

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Exterior view of a modern home in Hingham, Massachusetts with a covered porch, wooden ceiling, brick siding, large windows, and pathway.
Front entrance of a modern house in Hingham, Massachusetts with a black door, stone and wood siding, and a small garden with stepping stones leading to the door.
A modern residential building in Hingham, Massachusetts exterior with large glass windows, white and wood siding, three small steps leading up to a door, and a stone-paved patio with some landscaping.
A modern house in Hingham, Massachusetts with a combination of white siding and wooden shingles, metal roof, and a small porch area, set against a backdrop of autumn trees and blue sky.
Architectural section of a house in Hingham, Massachusetts showing garage, living areas, and upper floors with numbered rooms.
A modern home addition in Hingham, Massachusetts connected by a glass hallway, one is white with vinyl siding and the other has a tan shingle exterior, surrounded by a grassy lawn with small trees and plants.
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Modern bathroom in Hingham, Massachusetts with white bathtub, two large windows with blinds, gray towel hanging, shower area with glass door, black floor tiles, and a gray bath mat.
Modern bathroom in Hingham, Massachusetts with a double vanity, wooden cabinets, a large mirror, and a walk-in shower with glass doors.

HIGHLIGHTS & STATS

  • Project Size: Approx. 4,300 sf

  • Completion: 2025

COLLABORATORS

  • Collaborating Architect: Josh Kleinman

  • Structural: Anderson Structural Engineers, Inc.

  • Contractor: LDS Construction

  • Energy Consultant: South Shore Energy Raters

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Architectural drawing of a multi-story house in Hingham, Massachusetts showing windows, doors, and roof details.
Line drawing of a two-story residential house in Hingham, Massachusetts with a sloped roof, multiple windows, and a small front porch.
Blueprint drawing of a modern two-story house in Hingham, Massachusetts with attached garage and woman standing outside.