"The stone houses of Westchester's early 20th-century neighborhoods carry a particular material candor - their masonry is pulled from the same geological bed as the landscape around them, their permanence a direct expression of the region's character."
"Local flagstone sourced to match the existing masonry extends and reinforces the base of the house, preserving its historic texture while subtly expanding its footprint."
"A sculptural staircase-Raj's reinterpretation of a former spiral-acts as both connective tissue and spatial anchor, framing calibrated views of the stone boulders behind the house."
"Curved thresholds carry this spatial logic through the plan, softening transitions and introducing a measured rhythm between rooms."
The renovation of a Mount Airy house in Croton-on-Hudson emphasizes the original masonry, integrating past and present. Local flagstone reinforces the base, while white lap siding on upper floors introduces a contemporary touch. A reworked 1980s addition clarifies the roofline, restoring formal continuity. The interior features textured limestone and wood-paneled walls, with a sculptural staircase serving as a spatial anchor. Curved thresholds enhance transitions, connecting living spaces and maintaining a dialogue between the interior and the surrounding landscape.
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