Conceived as a mobile unit, this artist's studio is perfectly suited for the Hudson Valley and Catskill Mountains of New York. Inspired by the simple barn typology, the unit is economical in size utilizing standard lumber sizes.  Totally self sufficient, the residence utilized 2 separate water retention systems below its oversize roof, an organic composting toilet, and a composting kitchen.  Hot water is provided by solar convection for the indoor outdoor shower, and an RV battery provides low voltage power and lighting.  Sliding bay doors allow for cross ventilation and unhindered views.  Elevated off the ground, the studio is on skids which when required to be be mobile can be connected to a wheel base, or when a permanent location is found, the perfect height for a foundation with crawl space.  Finally, the roof and wall trellises produce horizontal and vertical surfaces for roof gardening herb and vegetables.  Sustainable, environmentally sensitive, and with a limited carbon footprint, this studio is the perfect summer retreat to escape the city.

Conceived as a mobile unit, this artist's studio is perfectly suited for the Hudson Valley and Catskill Mountains of New York. Inspired by the simple barn typology, the unit is economical in size utilizing standard lumber sizes.  Totally self sufficient, the residence utilized 2 separate water retention systems below its oversize roof, an organic composting toilet, and a composting kitchen.  Hot water is provided by solar convection for the indoor outdoor shower, and an RV battery provides low voltage power and lighting.  Sliding bay doors allow for cross ventilation and unhindered views.  Elevated off the ground, the studio is on skids which when required to be be mobile can be connected to a wheel base, or when a permanent location is found, the perfect height for a foundation with crawl space.  Finally, the roof and wall trellises produce horizontal and vertical surfaces for roof gardening herb and vegetables.  Sustainable, environmentally sensitive, and with a limited carbon footprint, this studio is the perfect summer retreat to escape the city.

Conceived as a mobile unit, this artist's studio is perfectly suited for the Hudson Valley and Catskill Mountains of New York. Inspired by the simple barn typology, the unit is economical in size utilizing standard lumber sizes.  Totally self sufficient, the residence utilized 2 separate water retention systems below its oversize roof, an organic composting toilet, and a composting kitchen.  Hot water is provided by solar convection for the indoor outdoor shower, and an RV battery provides low voltage power and lighting.  Sliding bay doors allow for cross ventilation and unhindered views.  Elevated off the ground, the studio is on skids which when required to be be mobile can be connected to a wheel base, or when a permanent location is found, the perfect height for a foundation with crawl space.  Finally, the roof and wall trellises produce horizontal and vertical surfaces for roof gardening herb and vegetables.  Sustainable, environmentally sensitive, and with a limited carbon footprint, this studio is the perfect summer retreat to escape the city.

Conceived as a mobile unit, this artist's studio is perfectly suited for the Hudson Valley and Catskill Mountains of New York. Inspired by the simple barn typology, the unit is economical in size utilizing standard lumber sizes.  Totally self sufficient, the residence utilized 2 separate water retention systems below its oversize roof, an organic composting toilet, and a composting kitchen.  Hot water is provided by solar convection for the indoor outdoor shower, and an RV battery provides low voltage power and lighting.  Sliding bay doors allow for cross ventilation and unhindered views.  Elevated off the ground, the studio is on skids which when required to be be mobile can be connected to a wheel base, or when a permanent location is found, the perfect height for a foundation with crawl space.  Finally, the roof and wall trellises produce horizontal and vertical surfaces for roof gardening herb and vegetables.  Sustainable, environmentally sensitive, and with a limited carbon footprint, this studio is the perfect summer retreat to escape the city.

Conceived as a mobile unit, this artist's studio is perfectly suited for the Hudson Valley and Catskill Mountains of New York. Inspired by the simple barn typology, the unit is economical in size utilizing standard lumber sizes.  Totally self sufficient, the residence utilized 2 separate water retention systems below its oversize roof, an organic composting toilet, and a composting kitchen.  Hot water is provided by solar convection for the indoor outdoor shower, and an RV battery provides low voltage power and lighting.  Sliding bay doors allow for cross ventilation and unhindered views.  Elevated off the ground, the studio is on skids which when required to be be mobile can be connected to a wheel base, or when a permanent location is found, the perfect height for a foundation with crawl space.  Finally, the roof and wall trellises produce horizontal and vertical surfaces for roof gardening herb and vegetables.  Sustainable, environmentally sensitive, and with a limited carbon footprint, this studio is the perfect summer retreat to escape the city.

Conceived as a mobile unit, this artist's studio is perfectly suited for the Hudson Valley and Catskill Mountains of New York. Inspired by the simple barn typology, the unit is economical in size utilizing standard lumber sizes.  Totally self sufficient, the residence utilized 2 separate water retention systems below its oversize roof, an organic composting toilet, and a composting kitchen.  Hot water is provided by solar convection for the indoor outdoor shower, and an RV battery provides low voltage power and lighting.  Sliding bay doors allow for cross ventilation and unhindered views.  Elevated off the ground, the studio is on skids which when required to be be mobile can be connected to a wheel base, or when a permanent location is found, the perfect height for a foundation with crawl space.  Finally, the roof and wall trellises produce horizontal and vertical surfaces for roof gardening herb and vegetables.  Sustainable, environmentally sensitive, and with a limited carbon footprint, this studio is the perfect summer retreat to escape the city.