Ultra-Modern Comfort Inside a 19th-Century Church

By Grace Cassidy The home at 1035 North Street in Greenwich, Conn., doesn’t look like a home from the outside. Originally built in 1852 to serve as a Baptist church, the structure has seen a complete interior overhaul with contemporary features and stunning architectural details that contrast artfully with the preserved exterior. Santiago and Bonnie Suarez purchased the home in 2007 and hired architecture firm Gray Organschi to breathe new life into its walls. The 2,418-square-foot home features two bedrooms and two full bathrooms. A free-floating birch pod hangs above the modern kitchen, which is complete with high-end stainless-steel appliances and a convenient center island. The grand main living area features a 20-foot vertical wall, 16-foot windows and a stunning Venetian chandelier. The master bedroom is a relaxing sanctuary with tall ceilings, a wide sliding glass door that leads to the outdoor space and a luxurious bathroom with marble tile in the glass-enclosed shower and a separate soaking tub. Douglas Elliman agent Liz Forrest represents the listing. The asking price is $1.8 million.