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A modern house with dark and light exterior walls, large windows, surrounded by green trees and shrubs, with a circular cobblestone driveway and a decorative water fountain with metal rings, plants, and ducks.

ARCHITECTURAL
vision

Modern kitchen with a marble island, light wood cabinets, a black range hood, and three pendant lights, with bar stools at the island.

THE
interiors

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THE
team

ELEVATING tradition

Positioned on a picturesque lot overlooking a tranquil creek, this expansive Alpine residence has been meticulously transformed to redefine luxury living. Through a thoughtful design process, every aspect of this home has been reimagined, to blend timeless elegance with modern functionality.  Explore the steps we undertook to elevate this sophisticated Alpine home.

& DEFINING modern luxury

Modern house with white and black exterior, surrounded by lush greenery, trees, and a fountain with metal sculptures and geese.

ARCHITECTURAL
vision

Modern kitchen with white marble backsplash and countertop, wooden cabinets, a black range hood, and three hanging gold pendant lights above a marble-topped island with three black and white stools.
Two people reviewing architectural blueprints at a wooden table, one person pointing at the plans with their finger.

ELEVATING tradition

Positioned on a picturesque lot overlooking a tranquil creek, this expansive Alpine residence has been meticulously transformed to redefine luxury living. Through a thoughtful design process, every aspect of this home has been reimagined, to blend timeless elegance with modern functionality.  Explore the steps we undertook to elevate this sophisticated Alpine home.

& DEFINING modern luxury

A large white house with a dark roof surrounded by green trees and a well-maintained lawn, with a paved winding driveway in front.
Modern house with a paved driveway, trees, plants, and a water fountain with ducks
Large white house with dark roofing in a lush green yard surrounded by trees, under a partly cloudy sky.
Large modern house with white and black exterior, situated on a grassy lawn with trees in the background.
Modern house with a dark gray and white exterior, surrounded by green trees, with a cobblestone driveway, and a fountain with sculpture and ducks in the front yard.

design approach

We began by carefully studying the existing structure to understand its potential. The original home, built with red brick and traditional siding, had evolved through multiple additions by the previous owner. While this resulted in a generous layout and unique features, including an indoor pool and a layout centered around rear-facing views, the home required a cohesive modernization to align with contemporary design sensibilities.

Modern house surrounded by trees and a paved driveway, featuring a fountain with sculptures and ducks.

the entry

To honor the scale and presence of the estate, we designed an extruded entry that stately defines the front door and creates a soaring double-height foyer. Aligned with the existing plan geometries, this new entry establishes a strong axial connection and offers clear sightlines to the backyard, seamlessly linking the interior and exterior spaces with dramatic effect.

Front view of a modern house with white brick walls, black accents, and large windows, surrounded by greenery and a cobblestone driveway.
A modern house with a black and white exterior, multiple gabled roofs, and large windows, surrounded by trees and a landscaped garden with a curved brick driveway and a water fountain with ducks.

exterior updates

The traditional siding has been replaced with an Exterior Insulation Finishing System (EIFS), featuring a timeless black-and-white color scheme. The brick has been painted with a breathable, eco-friendly, mineral-based specialty masonry product. This update gives the home’s exterior a fresh, crisp, and contemporary aesthetic.

A large, modern house with a black and white exterior, surrounded by green trees and a grassy lawn.
Modern residential house with a driveway, surrounded by trees and landscaped garden, in daylight.
A modern house with a dark roof, white walls, surrounded by green grass, trees, and shrubs under a partly cloudy sky.
In collaboration with CiGi Interiors
Indoor swimming pool area with beige tile flooring, a water feature wall with water fountain, and large windows showing outdoor greenery. The ceiling has exposed wooden beams, and there are modern white lounge chairs on the left. The pool is illumina
Modern sunroom with large windows, four woven chairs around a round dark coffee table with a small plant, overlooking a lush green garden.
Modern kitchen with wooden cabinetry, a marble island, black bar stools, a black range hood, and a marble backsplash with white and black veining. Three pendant lights hang over the island.
Modern kitchen with marble backsplash and countertops, wooden cabinetry, and a kitchen island with three stools, gold pendant lights, and black kitchen utensils.

interiors

In reimagining the interior, we sought to honor the open-concept preferences of today. By selectively removing walls and introducing structural steel beams, we’ve created expansive, light-filled spaces that connect effortlessly.

Modern kitchen with marble backsplash, island with marble countertop, and light wood cabinets. Gold pendant light hangs above island. Large window shows outdoor greenery.
Modern kitchen with marble countertops, black stove, three gold pendant lights, and bar stools.
Indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs along large windows, wooden vaulted ceiling, and a small bar area in the background.

MEET THE team

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Noum Vaynberg fell in love with the charm and character of Alpine while spearheading a renovation project on Glen Goin Drive. Known for his integrity and dedication to quality craftsmanship, Noum approaches each home renovation with a deep respect for each home's history while thoughtfully guiding it into the future. With the latest Duck Pond residence, he brings his expertise to create a home that seamlessly blends timeless character with modern living.

A man and a woman standing together inside a room with a brick wall background, a black fireplace, and a potted plant. The man is wearing a gray blazer, white shirt, dark jeans, and black shoes. The woman is wearing a white blouse, black pants, and black flats. Both are smiling.

Space & Mark is a luxury residential architecture and design firm. Founded by Hayk Ekshian, the firm strives to enhance people's daily lives through beautiful, intelligent, and sophisticated design. Together with Karen, his wife, the two merge their approachable demeanors and technical knowledge to craft timeless and comfortable homes for their clients. Both Hayk and Karen are registered architects and hold Bachelor of Architecture degrees from the New Jersey Institute of Technology.

Large white house with multiple sections and black roof, surrounded by green grass and trees with dense foliage, under a blue sky with some clouds.
Modern two-story house with a black and white exterior, large windows, and a lawn in the foreground, surrounded by trees.
A modern house with a black and white exterior is surrounded by lush greenery and tall trees, with a cobblestone driveway leading up to it. In the front yard, there's a decorative fountain with floating duck sculptures and large metallic rings.

Experience Bespoke Luxury with Space & Mark Architecture

Transform your vision into reality with Space & Mark Architecture, where exceptional design meets personalized service. Our team of luxury residential architects in New Jersey specializes in crafting custom, high-end homes that blend timeless elegance with modern innovation. From concept to completion, we curate every detail to reflect your lifestyle and aspirations.

Begin your design journey with us and discover how our expertise in architectural design in Alpine, NJ can elevate your home to new heights.

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