Parts of this farmhouse date back to the Revolutionary War, with many subsequent additions to the sides, out and above - designed more for the interior logic and needs than exterior organization. Built into a low mound, part of the nearby Shawangunk Mountains topographic features, the house faces away from the family pond on the opposite side of the mound.

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Typical of early houses, the ceiling heights are low and the rooms sized for the activities needed- tiny by today's expectations. The family asked how could  an addition work with a large gathering room and a view to the pond?

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Our initial concept maintains the historic and original house - hands off as much as possible. We create a symbolic time portal through one of the kitchen cabinets, leading you down a few steps, under the existing yard, to the new, modern grand room with an expansive view of the pond. 

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currently in concept phase with the client.