This Mid-Century Catskills Home Balances Modern Design with Stunning Views

Set high in the Catskills, this 3,000-square-foot retreat was designed to feel open, intentional, and entirely at ease in its surroundings. The architecture opens the home to the view, floor-to-ceiling windows, an upside-down layout with the living spaces upstairs, and long, clean lines that frame the mountains in every direction. Designer Meagan Camp was brought in to shape the interiors, responding with soft materials, sculptural furniture, and a sense of calm that carries from room to room. Everything feels in sync: the scale, the light, the textures, the view.

Design: Meagan Camp Interiors | Photography: Rikki Snyder | Architect: Bohlin Cywinski Jackson

A Weekend Escape, Years in the Making

The vision for this home had been in place for years. After early conversations with Bohlin Cywinski Jackson and an extended pause during the pandemic, the project gradually came to life. And once the foundation was set, Meagan stepped in to bring the interiors into focus.

The homeowner had a deep appreciation for mid-century design and a sharp eye for quality. With a personal collection of Indian trading blankets, pottery, and design classics already in place, Meagan approached the interiors with a light touch. Her choices were thoughtful and minimal, always in conversation with the landscape.

Architecture That Follows the View

With its “upside-down” layout—bedrooms on the lower level and main living spaces upstairs—the home is oriented entirely around its surroundings. Floor-to-ceiling windows run across the upper level, framing the Catskills like moving paintings. Sourced from Switzerland, the windows offer ultra-clear views and include a subtle UV filter to protect the floors and furnishings from sun exposure, an invisible but thoughtful detail that speaks to the home’s precision.

With views this expansive, Meagan avoided pushing anything against the walls. Instead, each furniture grouping floats within the space, creating distinct zones for living, dining, and cooking without ever interrupting the sightlines.

A Palette of Earth, Sky, and Stone

In the kitchen, warm wood cabinetry is paired with soapstone counters and honed bluestone floors—materials that feel grounded without feeling heavy. Most of the tools and gadgets are tucked out of sight, which keeps things calm and lets the materials take the lead. The wall tiles, all from Heath Ceramics, add a bit of texture.

Throughout the home, color is used sparingly. Just enough blue and green to nod to the trees and sky outside, moving gently from room to room. Even the linens sourced from Frette were chosen with that in mind. The tones are quiet, the textures soft, just enough to hold their own while the light and landscape do their thing.

A Collected Mix of Modern Classics, From Knoll to USM Haller

Meagan worked closely with the client to source pieces from original mid-century manufacturers still producing their classics today, including Knoll, Carl Hansen & Søn, and USM Haller, among others. The mix includes a womb chair here, a set of wishbone chairs there, layered with pottery and collected textiles that bring a sense of history to the otherwise restrained space.

Even newer additions, such as the B&B Italia swivel chairs in the living room, were chosen for their longevity and aesthetic appeal. Nothing distracts or competes. Instead, each object feels like it belongs, contributing to the overall sense of ease.

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