A New York Family Builds an Unexpected Seaside Retreat in the Hamptons
Trading shutters for shou sugi ban, this A-frame's fresh facade makes a splash in its coastal community.
Trading shutters for shou sugi ban, this A-frame's fresh facade makes a splash in its coastal community.
For New York City resident Georgina Hofmann, fond memories of growing up in Australia planted the seed for her own family’s coastal getaway. "I was shuttled to my family’s beach house every weekend," recalls Hoffmann of her upbringing. "That made a huge impact on my goals for building this coastal home."
In Hampton Bays, New York, this unconventional beach house is a getaway for marketing professional Georgina Hofmann and her young family. The 2,200 square foot home contains five bedrooms, two and a half bathrooms, and a loft.
Photo by Brian Phelps
Planning a retreat for her family, Georgina—along with her partner and five-year-old daughter—wanted a nature-focused home that would feel like a distinct departure from life in the city. "Being connected to the outdoors was number one," says Georgina. "We wanted somewhere that felt relaxed, immersed in nature, and like a complete escape from New York City."
The home’s shou sugi ban siding and standing seam roof are bold additions to the A-frame’s classic lines. "The roof can appear more or less dominating depending on the weather and time of day," says Georgina.
Photo by Joe Tannis
A fresh take on Hamptons living, the home’s materiality nods to the local vernacular—while the architecturally-distinct form imbues a style all its own.
Photo by Joe Tannis
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