Architect Roger Cope and builder Curtis Meade renovated and expanded this 1939 cottage in 2014 within Delray Beach's Marina Historic District, preserving original Dade County pine flooring and tongue-and-groove cypress walls while adding a full kitchen wing with reclaimed cypress beams. The property sits on Palm Square, a short walk to Atlantic Avenue, the Intracoastal Waterway, and Delray's municipal beach.
Architect Roger Cope and builder Curtis Meade renovated and expanded this 1939 cottage in 2014 within Delray Beach's Marina Historic District, preserving original Dade County pine flooring and tongue-and-groove cypress walls while adding a full kitchen wing with reclaimed cypress beams. The property sits on Palm Square, a short walk to Atlantic Avenue, the Intracoastal Waterway, and Delray's municipal beach.
Architecture & Design
The 2014 renovation, designed by historic architect Roger Cope and executed by Curtis Meade, retained the original 1939 structure's character while bringing mechanical, electrical, and envelope systems to current code. A Victorian metal shingle roof was installed over new hurricane-strapped framing. Impact windows and doors protect the main house, with the front-portion windows upgraded again in 2017 by Prestige. Decorative wooden shutters conform to historic district standards, and the antique Victorian wrought iron fence at the front was preserved.
Reclaimed Materials & Interior Finishes
The original cottage rooms feature authentic Dade County pine flooring and cypress tongue-and-groove walls, with a beadboard cypress ceiling in the enclosed front porch. A working wood fireplace anchors the living room, and sliding doors open from there to the porch. A solar tube provides additional natural light to interior spaces.
The 2014 expansion added a modern kitchen with an oversized island, Carrara marble countertops and backsplash, KitchenAid gas stove, stainless steel dishwasher, custom cabinetry with integrated lighting, and a vintage built-in cabinet with glass doors. High ceilings in this wing are detailed with beams and woodwork crafted from reclaimed cypress salvaged from the original structure. Tile flooring runs throughout the addition, which also includes a dining area and media sitting space. A laundry room sits adjacent to the kitchen with washer and dryer included.
Three bathrooms were tiled during renovation; two feature glass-enclosed showers, and one includes a tub.
Outdoor Living & Grounds
The rear yard is fully enclosed with entry gates on both sides, and stone patio areas extend around three sides of the lawn and along the east side of the garage. Two trellises shade the outdoor patio and barbecue areas, with a canvas awning covering the garage entry deck. The rear lawn has sufficient space for a potential pool installation, subject to historic district review.
Mature specimen landscaping includes Jacaranda, Alfonso Mango, Lychee, Guava, Pride of India, Crepe Myrtle, Lignum vitae, bay trees, a vanilla bean vine, black pepper vine, Frangipani, and assorted palms. A sprinkler system is in place. The driveway accommodates multiple vehicles, and Marina Historic District residents receive permit-only street parking.
Systems & Infrastructure
FPL electrical lines were buried during the 2014 renovation with new panels and wiring to code. A tankless gas water heater connects to buried FPU gas lines, which also serve the kitchen stove and laundry room. The HVAC system, maintained semi-annually by Astro Air since installation, includes a compressor replaced in 2016 and a separate 3.5-ton Pioneer split system added in 2017 for the garage area. Blown-in attic insulation qualifies for FPL energy discounts. Conduit for cable and internet was buried during renovation.
Location & Access
The Marina Historic District sits between Atlantic Avenue and the Intracoastal Waterway, placing this cottage within a short walk of Delray Beach's primary commercial corridor and the municipal beach. For buyers considering renovation scope, the historic district designation means exterior modifications require approval from Delray Beach's Historic Preservation Board, though the 2014 renovation has already brought the structure into compliance with current wind mitigation and code requirements. Palm Beach International Airport is approximately 20 minutes north via I-95. Complete 2014 building plans and a November 2023 four-point inspection are available from the owner.
Key Features
- 1939 cottage renovated and expanded in 2014 by architect Roger Cope and builder Curtis Meade
- Original Dade County pine flooring and tongue-and-groove cypress walls preserved
- Reclaimed cypress beams and woodwork in the kitchen expansion wing
- Victorian metal shingle roof with hurricane straps over new framing
- Impact windows and doors throughout the main house
- Carrara marble countertops and KitchenAid gas range in the kitchen
- Enclosed rear yard with stone patios and space for a potential pool
- Walking distance to Atlantic Avenue, Intracoastal Waterway, and Delray municipal beach
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