While historic fabric is respected and retained wherever possible, new work is celebrated so the building is still readable, despite the vertical division of the internal volumes to create three floors of contemporary living space.» (idealhome.co.uk)
Boston architect Mark McInturff suggests saving the exterior and historic fabric whenever possible. (realtormag.realtor.org)
Bezos hopes to keep the history of the place intact, according to The Washingtonian's report, which points to a note in the construction plans instructing «All historic fabric is to be protected and left intact where possible.» (cnbc.com)