This Old House® Goes Coastal in First-Ever Rhode Island Renovation

NEW YORK, Jan. 12, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Everybody loves the idea of beachfront property, but proximity to the ocean can bring its share of construction challenges. Tune in as experts from the Emmy® Award-winning television series This Old House head to the Ocean State to transform a weathered Cape into a weatherproof masterpiece in the series' first-ever renovation on open water – The Barrington Project.

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Located 10 miles southeast of Providence, the 1925 modified Cape overlooks Barrington Beach, boasting spectacular views of Narragansett Bay. The original 1500 sqft. home was not as ideal as the views, however, with cramped spaces, outdated features, and a lack of modern amenities. Yet, with the help of local tradespeople, This Old House is renovating and expanding the house into a stunning year-round living space for homeowners Geoff Allen, Michelle Forcier and their young daughter.

Working closely with Barrington builder Andy Tiplady and local architect Mary Brewster, the expert crew adds a tasteful 450-sq. ft. expansion, which includes a more spacious first floor, offering panoramic East Bay views, an expanded second-story over the garage, and a second-story deck off the master bedroom that faces the beach. Additionally, the crew works closely with the local team to ensure that the home is adequately protected from the elements, including storm winds and wind-driven rain.

The This Old House Barrington Project premieres nationally on PBS beginning Thursday, January 26, 2012 (check www.thisoldhouse.com/tvschedule or your local listings).

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This Old House is produced by This Old House Productions, Inc., for This Old House Ventures, Inc., and is presented on PBS by WGBH Boston. Vice President of Television Operations is Michael Burton. Senior series producer is Deborah Hood. Series creator is Russell Morash. Funding is provided by GMC, The Home Depot, Lumber Liquidators and State Farm Insurance Companies. This Old House is the No. 1 multimedia home enthusiast brand, offering trusted information and expert advice through award-winning television, a highly regarded magazine and an information-driven website. This Old House Ventures, Inc., is a business of Time Inc., which is a wholly owned subsidiary of Time Warner.

SOURCE WGBH