Designed by Studio MM Architect, TinkerBox is nestled in the woods of Hudson Valley; it was conceived as a car lover’s dream retreat. A generously sized garage is the focus of the design, generating space for car storage and maintenance as well as a spacious wine cellar and a furniture workshop. The rectangular form of the house, which is partially embedded in the hilly landscape, emerges from the lower-level garage and creates an open plan living space ideal for entertaining, relaxing by a cozy fire, or creating a home-cooked meal.
Photography: Brad Feinknopf
For the exterior cladding, the architects used the Japanese technique of charring wood called shou sugi ban. Working with premium cedar siding, they charred and finished the wood prior to installation, giving it a unique and durable finish. Inset gutters maintain the sleek silhouette of the house while retaining full functionality. Photography: Brad Feinknopf
Upon approach to the house, visitors are greeted by a cantilevered entryway and an impressive twelve-foot mahogany pivot door and double height entryway. The exposed concrete wall extends from the exterior, and the continuous wood beam structure of the cantilever pulls the eye up and through space. The stair, with solid wood treads made from hardwood trees formerly on the house?s site, draws guests to the main living level and bridges the private and public sections of the house.
Photography: Brad Feinknopf
The open-plan living space is anchored by an expa...