Preservation Award Winner: 1 Beachside Ave.

The Westport Historic District Commission will honor Machamux LLC, owners of the house at 1 Beachside Ave., at a Town Hall ceremony Saturday, Sept. 16. The commission is honoring owners of 10 Westport properties for their work in rehabilitating, adapting, or preserving structures. Known as the William Couch/S.Sydney Smith House, the 1782/1840 Federal/Greek Revival Home has earned its owners the award in recognition for “your respect for the architectural integrity, scale, and massing of the building.” “Moreover, this landmark property possesses a rich and interesting history – one that would have very likely been lost but for your efforts.” This is the eighth in a WestportNow series highlighting the winning properties.  (CLICK TO ENLARGE) Dave Matlow for WestportNow.com