David Reiss Residence BridgeHampton - New York

Abstract

The building, representative of this architect's work, stands on a property facing the ocean. The complex is formed by the main house, an annex smaller building and a centrally located swimming pool surrounded by terraces and yards. The main house is arranged in three basic floors. The lower one contains the children's quarters, the intermediate level houses the common areas — living room and kitchen — and the master bedroom occupies the upper floor. Additionally an in — between level, connected to the Iiving room, is used for a library and a semi-basement, connected with the kitchen is used for supplies storage. The large sloping planes of the roof determine the external personality of the house which, with sober and pleasing shapes try to integrate the building into the surrounding rustic architecture. Internally, the generous sizing of spaces stands out, with integrated traffic patterns, as well as the liberal use of timber for structural members and finishing details.