Livingston Manor House: A Modern Retreat in the West Catskills

Discover the Livingston Manor House, a serene retreat nestled in the West Catskills, just two hours northwest of New York City. Designed by Marc Thorpe for a Brooklyn-based graphic designer and his family, this modern, Scandinavian-inspired haven epitomizes rural escape.

Its defining feature is a striking, deep triangulated cantilevered roofline, elegantly floating above a wrapping deck. Embracing passive design, the house not only stands out for its aesthetic appeal but also for its commitment to ecological sustainability.

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About Livingston Manor House

Escaping to the West Catskills: Livingston Manor House

Nestled two hours northwest of New York City, Livingston Manor House emerges as a tranquil retreat in the scenic West Catskills. Designed for a Brooklyn graphic designer and his family, this 1800 square foot (167 square meters) residence showcases a spacious living and dining room, two bedrooms, along with utility and bathroom areas. Additionally, its architectural hallmark is a striking, deep triangulated cantilevered roofline that gracefully overarches the deck.

Eco-Efficiency in Modern Design

Embracing passive design standards, the house significantly lowers its ecological impact. Thus, it achieves ultra-low energy consumption for heating and cooling, setting a new standard in sustainable living.

Innovative Building by Wild & Balanced

Built by Wild & Balanced High-Performance Building, the firm stands as a proponent of responsible architecture. They emphasize that passive construction represents the future of homebuilding. This approach yields an air-tight, highly insulated, and thermally efficient structure, continuously ventilated with filtered air. As a result, the residence boasts lower heating and cooling expenses, uniform temperature control, reduced reliance on fossil fuels and electricity, and establishes itself as a resilient, purposeful abode for modern families.

Photography by Marco Petrini

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- by Matt Watts

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