This Remarkable Home Was Made Using Its Own Natural Materials

This Westchester County home wasn’t just built on the land—it was built from it. Boulders discovered on-site were repurposed for architectural elements around the home, while reclaimed wood from barns across the Hudson Valley brought warmth and texture. Four barn-style structures linked by glass corridors create an effortless connection to the landscape. It’s a home that feels as rooted in history as it does in the present, proving that modern living and repurposed materials make the perfect match.

Design: Becky Shea Design | Photography: Jake Shea

A Home Built from the Land It Sits On

Every project has a pièce de résistance, but in this case, it’s not just one element but rather the materials themselves. From the start, the team focused on excavating and repurposing the boulders unearthed during construction, weaving them back into the design with purpose. Every stone used in the fireplaces, facades, and architectural details inside came straight from the property, paying homage to the land it’s built on. Even the wood inside the home carries history sourced from different locations around the Hudson Valley to create a sense of authenticity.

Rustic Meets Organic Modern

Becky blends rustic warmth with this space’s clean lines of modern design. From the outside, you can see how the four barn structures are all connected by these tunnel-like glass walls, creating a feeling of movement throughout and effortlessly tying in elements of nature. One standout feature here is the use of Shou Sugi Ban, a Japanese technique of charring wood to create a blackened, textured finish. It brings just enough depth and contrast without overpowering the space.

Sustainability & Craftsmanship at Every Turn

Whether you’re standing inside or outside, every detail in the home feels purposeful. Board-formed concrete fireplaces, limewashed walls, and tadelakt finishes give the home an earthy, textured look, while glass walls keep things bright and open.

Rather than sourcing new material, Becky and her team focused on salvaged stone and wood for the home, which reduced waste and gave the home a real sense of place. The infinity pool and IPE decking were also designed to feel like natural extensions of the landscape.

A Curated Sanctuary

Over two years, every piece of furniture was carefully sourced: some vintage, some custom, all unique. The homeowners have an eye for statement art, with works from Banksy, Basquiat, and David Yarrow bringing a modern edge to the rustic setting.

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