Nestled in the town of Westerly, R.I., is a small beachfront community called Weekapaug. A lesser-known New England gem, Weekapaug, which is a Native American word meaning “end of pond,” has many private roads running through it, large saltwater ponds and is open to the Atlantic Ocean. For more than 100 years, summer cottages have decorated the areas landscape and today the area boasts some of the most beautiful residences in New England.
One such home, the Kelly residence, is located directly on the waterfront. Designed by George Penniman Architects, LLC and constructed by Evergreen Building Systems LLC, the 4,500-square-foot home is clad in white cedar shingles and features Azek trim. Designed and built to LEED standards, Evergreen was challenged to create an environmentally responsible home that would prevent moisture from infiltrating the walls and windows due to the property’s significant ocean exposure.