A historic cottage was perched precariously on a Long Island bluff. Unloved for many years, its story and power drew in its current owners. To save it and secure the bluff the house would be moved toward the road and become a part of a family of structures that recall the connected farmhouses of the area. The placement of the assembled buildings on the bluff required delicacy and care, and the concept of lightness became a defining feature of the design. This is conveyed through a series of open glassy spaces on the first floor upon which the more traditional second floor areas rest. Materials and rooflines of the cottage carry over to the additions, creating a sense of commonality and community. Within, the enclosed spaces of the historic house lead to a shared outdoor space and the openness of the addition. Here, the water is visible from every room, a horizon of tranquility. Elevated above it, the house floats yet remains grounded in its past.