A Midcentury Beach House by a Renowned East Coast Architect Asks $1.7M
Built by architect Andrew Geller on the north shore of Long Island, New York, the 1968 home offers spacious living areas with original details—and access to a private beach within walking distance.
Built by architect Andrew Geller on the north shore of Long Island, New York, the 1968 home offers spacious living areas with original details—and access to a private beach within walking distance.
A well-preserved midcentury is now up for grabs in Huntington, New York. Originally designed in the late 1960s by architect Andrew Geller, who was known for his sculptural beach houses in the coastal regions of New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut, the redwood-clad home sits on a one-acre lot about 40 miles from Manhattan.
Nestled on a secluded lot in the Long Island town of Huntington, New York, the 1968 dwelling was originally built for local residents Dr. Jack and Diane Lipman. The current owner, who acquired the home in 2004, treated the space to a thorough remodel in an effort to preserve much of the structure’s original midcentury character.
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The 4,250-square-f00t home offers generous-size living areas, including a trapezium great room off the foyer—which is the "most impressive room in the whole house," according to the current homeowner. "The soaring space is a complete surprise to visitors who first see the home from its simple, and seemingly low-lying, front entrance," the owner continues. "It is certainly the heart of the house, as it allows you to see all of the public spaces and most of the upper floor."
An expansive great room with double-height ceilings and ample seating is located near the main entrance. A stamped-sandstone wall, which is original to the home, serves as a blank canvas for collected artwork while adding further dimension and texture to the space.
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Tall ceilings punctuated by wooden beams enhance the great room’s grand sense of scale, while sliding glass doors allow the interiors to mingle with the home’s lush, landscaped setting. Original details can be found throughout the two-level dwelling, including exposed brick, stamped-sandstone walls, and parquet floors. The structure’s geometric form represents what became known as a signature element of Geller’s architectural designs.
The large chef’s kitchen features custom cabinets, stainless-steel appliances, and refinished redwood floors.
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