The prominent three-story structure is built of local brownstone from Ketchin Quarry and combines elements of Romanesque Revival (asymmetrical form, fine stonework, round arches) and the Italian Renaissance (deep bracketed roof overhang and terracotta tile roof).

Characterized by exceptional craftsmanship and ornate architectural detailing, the goal was to make minimal alterations to the historic mansion while incorporating energy efficient and low-carbon initiatives. These include conversion to electric systems powered by renewable energy, including an on-site solar array, and preservation of the embedded energy in the annex, which was added to the building in the 1960s. The project also incorporates pervious brick paving, rain gardens, bicycle parking, native plantings and grasses that demand less irrigation and mowing, pollinator gardens and herb gardens.

The first floor maintains its original plan, a series of hierarchical spaces that suits its new tenant. Metro Bis, a well-established restaurant rooted in the community, relocated to the first floor of the mansion and annex. The second and third floors feature five apartments, and the annex basement houses Rhenium Salon and Spa.