Modern house with wooden and stone exterior, set on a snowy landscape under a partly cloudy sky.

Hudson Valley House

This large family residence overlooking the Hudson River valley is comprised of three gabled volumes, which are organized around the approach sequence and the gradual unveiling of the sweeping views beyond. Inspired by the local vernacular and built with traditional heavy timber post-and-beam construction, the house is nestled into the hillside with extensive stacked stone terracing, referencing the foundations of local historic barns. The house is clad entirely with un-treated white cedar, which is intended to naturally weather over time.

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Black and white photo of several rustic wooden barns with weathered exteriors, surrounded by trees and grass.
Three black-and-white architectural models made of wood, viewed from above, displaying different building layouts with shadows cast on surfaces.

When walking the site at the start of the project, we came upon a neighboring property with a cluster of aging barns. We were attracted to their distinct, pure gabled forms, with minimal window openings and naturally weathered materials, resting upon stacked stone foundations.

These barns became a significant inspiration during the design process. We used a similar approach to break down the scale of house to create a composition of simple forms, utilizing natural building materials.

The house is divided into three main volumes: a large two-story living/family building with kids rooms upstairs; a primary suite; and a garage. These gabled volumes are arranged dynamically in relationship to each other, and sit atop a stone plinth which contains additional bedrooms and service spaces. The two-story volume is stepped down from the others in order to reduce the visual impact of its height.

Close-up of modern building exterior with light wooden siding, stone foundation, and metal-roofed extension in the background under a blue sky.
Modern wooden house with a metal roof illuminated at dusk, featuring a pathway leading to an entrance with glass doors, under a cloudy sky.
Modern house with wooden exterior, large outdoor patio with benches, surrounded by a stone wall, with snow and patches of grass in the foreground, and a cloudy sky and distant trees in the background.
A modern wooden house with large windows and a sloped metal roof, situated in a rural area with a fenced yard and leafless trees, under a cloudy sky.

The interiors of the house are designed with natural and warm materials to help root the house in its location. Solid un-stained woods, natural terracottas, patinated metals, and soft paint hues all interact to create a deep and meaningful connection between the house and its place in the Hudson Valley.

Modern living room inside a house with large windows, a fireplace with stacked firewood, and wooden architectural elements.
Modern living room with large window showing snowy landscape, sofa with pillows, round coffee table, and high ceiling with wooden paneling and a hanging paper lantern.
Modern kitchen with beige cabinets, white marble backsplash, wooden countertop, and ceiling with nine white ceiling lights.
Interior view of a modern living space with a brick fireplace, stacked firewood, a white vase with green branches on the mantle, a kitchen island with stools, and dark floor tiles.
Modern bathroom with large windows showing snowy landscape; beige tiled walls, a built-in bathtub, a small wooden stool with towels, a potted plant, a wall-mounted light, and a textured rug on the light gray floor.
Fireplace with a collection of chopped wood stacked inside, a beige brick wall, and a wooden shelving unit decorated with vases and books.
Interior view of a modern staircase with wooden slats, a brick wall on the right, and a beige cabinet with wooden handles on the left.
Modern living room visible through large glass sliding doors, with wooden ceiling, brick fireplace with firewood, white vase with branches, and gray couches near large windows showing an outdoor winter scene with snow and trees.
Modern living room with large windows, high vaulted wooden ceiling, and neutral furniture including a sofa, armchair, and coffee table. Stairs with black railing are visible on the right, and a stone fireplace is on the far right.
A narrow hallway with built-in cabinets on both sides, a mirror at the end, a small round stool with a cushioned seat, and a small round table with a lamp on top.
Room with mobile storage cabinets, a small round beige upholstered stool, and a small round mirror on a shelf, with soft lighting.
Modern interior living space featuring a staircase with wooden steps and a black railing, large window revealing a wintry landscape, and a fireplace with wood storage underneath, decorated with a white vase and various accessories, with neutral-colored walls and flooring.
Modern bathroom with white brick walls, a large mirror above a marble countertop with a sink, and natural light from two windows. Two white towels hang on golden bars on each side.
A bedroom with a bed, nightstand, built-in shelves, and closet, featuring butterfly wallpaper on one wall. There is a sliding glass door with curtains and a balcony outside.
Bedroom with large glass windows showing a snowy landscape and trees outside, a bed with white bedding and multiple pillows, a beige armchair, a small round side table, and a patterned rug.
Architectural floorpan of a house with three gabled volumes and outdoor patio surrounded by trees.

Ground Floor Plan

Architectural floor plan of a house embedded into a hill with a walkout basement.

Basement Floor Plan

Architectural floorpan of a house with three gabled volumes, a mezzanine, and a shared kids's bathroom.

Second Floor Plan

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Credits

Architecture and Interior Design: Auver

Contractor: Village Construction / Yankee Barn Homes

Photography: Eric Petschek