Desai Chia Architecture's Osprey House Uses Charred Wood to Blend with Shelter Island Landscape
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Jenna McKnight
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Summary
Desai Chia Architecture designed Osprey House on Shelter Island, New York, using charred wood cladding to create a 'camouflaging effect' that blends the home with its natural surroundings. The design allows the owners to observe wildlife inconspicuously while the house appears to recede into the landscape. The secluded property is located on an island accessible only by ferry, emphasizing its integration with nature through material choices and architectural approach.
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The house is located on Shelter Island, which sits between the North and South Forks of the Long Island peninsula and is only accessible by ferry
Desai Chia Architecture designed Osprey House on Shelter Island, New York, using charred wood cladding to create a 'camouflaging effect'
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