The Old House Idea House 2020

Cape Associates is Building the 2020 This Old House Idea House!

Cape Associates built the 2020 This Old House Idea House, designed by Union Studio Architecture. A steep gable and soft blue shingles give the cottage a welcoming look, with a white picket fence, a window box and a composite deck for outdoor dining.

The interiors lean on a coastal palette. A deep blue shiplap wall frames a living area under a skylight. Bedrooms have rattan accents, and a walk-in closet shows built-in shelving. Soft natural light comes from windows on several sides.

A garage with skylights opens to the yard, and a covered porch has a built-in bench and a patterned metal screen with a starfish. The garage has a glossy blue floor and gray walls.

• Blue shingle exterior and white trim
• Shiplap accent wall and skylight
• Bedrooms with oak floors
• Porch with bench seating
• Architect floor plans titled Side Hustle The compact plan includes a loft, a basement level and a main floor.