Residence: Capt.[ret.] & Mrs. Oliver W. Hamilton

New Bern, NC

The Site:  A high wooded hill overlooking the Neuse River [2-1/2 miles wide at that point].  The site was just large enough to accomodate the house, parking and drive. Structure:  Wood framed with stained wood siding and large thermally glazed window areas.  Interior Finishes consist of painted gypsumboard with stained hardwood, carpet, and sheet vinyl floors. Form:  A mix of triangles, parallelograms, and rectangles all oriented toward the river.  The main form shown in the photographs is the large triangular Great Hall. Area:  ±  2500 SF  Spaces:  Great Hall [living-dine], Office, Kitchen/Beakfast, Entry, Master Bedroom Suite, 2 Guest Bedrooms with bath.