Location: Hudson Valley, NY

Team: ROMINES Architecture, Architect | Nash Associates, Structural Engineer

Situated in the lower Hudson Valley along the Shawangunk ridge, this single-family residence explores the traditional vernacular of north east Appalachia as interpreted through the modern lens of design, living, energy efficient and healthy construction. Viewed as an opportunity to experiment while on a limited budget, the house provides a rural retreat as well as long-term family home. Constructed following Passivhaus principles and technology, the structure is solely electric powered. The design deploys natural materials (such as wood fiber continuous insulation), heat exchanged ventilation, a tight building envelope (.3 ACH/50), triple glazed wood framed windows, renewable resource wood timbers, and high R-value walls and ceiling to easily maintain comfort levels year round with minimal energy use and a small carbon footprint for the future. The design for the light-filled interiors strike a balance between rustic and contemporary. An open-plan living-dining-kitchen space is bounded by generous glazing. Placement of window and door openings were carefully considered to capture views and a sense of connectedness to the outdoors