At the edge of a grassy field—between a scrub oak forest and an equestrian barn—is a classic Cape Farmhouse attached to a post-and-beam converted barn. A new pool garden and pool house were added to create active social spaces and a refuge from the summer sun. With its classic agrarian backdrop, the gable form and cedar-shingled pool house is right at home. Sliding barn doors open to a kitchen social area and small bathroom. An outdoor shower provides an additional place to rinse in the open air, a firepit and outdoor kitchen complete the relaxed social atmosphere.