This residence with three bedrooms and two studies is focused around a spectacular contemporary art collection and located at the crest of a steeply sloping hill with a dramatic view facing north-west. We had to balance the clients’ desire for long stretches of wall space protected from UV light, with their wish for plenty of windows to see the spectacular Berkshire views. The house features Vermont slate exterior cladding (very economical in long term maintenance), triple glazed windows, super insulated walls and ceilings, and geothermal heating and cooling. The house is composed of 3 bars. The main bar, with living spaces one room deep, enfronts the view. A second bar contains garage, mudroom, and laundry. It forms an “L” with the main bar and makes an entrance court protected from the NW wind. The third is above and perpendicular to the main bar, containing guest rooms with roof monitors to catch the SE light. It forms a covered area on the terrace, ideal for dining on summer evenings.
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