https://www.architecturalrecord.com/rss/2889 en-us A New York City architect creates a glass-and-wood getaway for his in-laws.

]]> http://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/13984 Mon, 01 Apr 2019 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/13984-wuehrer-house-by-jerome-engelking Cedar slats along the front facade, and wood blinds on the rear provide privacy and prevent heat gain. For easy maintenance, aluminum caps the mullions on the exterior. Photo © Nic Lehoux 1904-Wuehrer-House-Amagansett-New-York-Jerome-Engelking-02.jpg Cedar slats along the front facade, and wood blinds on the rear provide privacy and prevent heat gain. For easy maintenance, aluminum caps the mullions on the exterior. Photo © Nic Lehoux The rectilinear house is divided into a private wing and a social one, which includes the combined living and dining area. Photo © Nic Lehoux A minimal material palette brings out the warmth of timber. Photo © Nic Lehoux A flexible lounge space doubles as a bedroom. Photo © Nic Lehoux Doors to the outside along the west facade are instrumental for natural ventilation. Photo © Nic Lehoux The baked pine blinds are lowered in the afternoon, when the sun is strongest. Photo © Nic Lehoux Image courtesy Jerome Engelking