Energy Saving

MATERIAL SELECTION: Key Material Choice Ideas for Climate-Conscious Home Design

When it comes to designing and building a home in the Hudson Valley, there’s more to consider than just aesthetics. The materials you choose have a profound impact on the environment, energy efficiency, and even the longevity of your home. In recent years, there’s been a growing emphasis on sustainable building materials as homeowners and architects look for ways to create beautiful, functional spaces that align with eco-conscious values.

A Clayful Transformation: 18th Century Farmhouse Addition with a Ceramics Studio

Located on approximately 12 acres of upland hillside that include old bluestone quarry sites, this project has developed over time through a series of alterations and additions to an existing late eighteenth century farmhouse.