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t Evergreen Farm, architectural inspiration flows from a springhouse that dates to 1845. Once a freestanding structure, it%u2019s now integrated into an elegant Chester County farmhouse that blends vintage character with amenities designed for modern family living.The original intention was to restore the abandoned farmhouse on the site, but the building couldn%u2019t be saved, so the owners opted to build a new house from the ground up. %u201cOur first priority was making the house look as old as others in our area,%u201d the owner says. %u201cWe often have people ask us how old the house is, and they%u2019re surprised that it was built more recently.%u201dThe duo turned to the team at West Chester%u2019s Archer & Buchanan Architecture to come up with a historically authentic design that can be enjoyed by The owners wanted a traditional layout with a defined kitchen, breakfast area and family room.Acontinued on page 38RECONSTRUCTING HISTORY36 BRANDYWINE VALLEY HOME