![A modern two story black house with walls of windows.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/modern-black-house-architecture-vertical-windows-040321-713-01.jpg)
The UP Studio has designed a single-family two-story home in Sag Harbor, New York, with a striking black exterior that stands out against the natural green surrounds.
The first-floor facade was designed to act as a subtle privacy screen from the street, while a simple carport is located off to the side.
![A modern two story black house with walls of windows.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/modern-black-house-architecture-vertical-windows-040321-713-02.jpg)
A landscaped garden with a path connects the front of the home with the yard which includes a swimming pool.
![A landscaped garden with a path that connects the front of the home with the rear yard.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/modern-black-house-architecture-vertical-windows-040321-713-06.jpg)
The rear of the home is fully glazed on both levels with custom Marvin Modern windows that create a strong connection between the home’s interiors and the outdoors.
![The rear of this modern home is fully glazed on both levels with custom Marvin Modern windows that create a strong connection between the home’s interiors and the outdoors.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/modern-black-house-architecture-vertical-windows-040321-713-03.jpg)
The tall vertical windows on the lower floor are also included on the upper floor of the home, allowing the morning sun to filter through to the bedrooms.
![The rear of this modern home is fully glazed on both levels with custom Marvin Modern windows that create a strong connection between the home’s interiors and the outdoors.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/modern-black-house-architecture-vertical-windows-040321-713-04.jpg)
![The rear of this modern home is fully glazed on both levels with custom Marvin Modern windows that create a strong connection between the home’s interiors and the outdoors.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/modern-black-house-architecture-vertical-windows-040321-713-05.jpg)
The entire home utilizes a simple material palette of blackened steel, light hardwood, and neutral colors, as shown in the open plan main floor of the home.
![This modern home interior utilizes a simple material palette of blackened steel, light hardwood, and neutral colors, as shown in the open plan main floor of the home.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/modern-living-room-040321-715-07.jpg)
The living room, dining room, and kitchen all share the same space, with the kitchen designed with floor-to-ceiling minimalist white cabinets, and an island with a cantilevered countertop.
![A modern kitchen designed with floor-to-ceiling minimalist white cabinets, and an island with a cantilevered countertop.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/modern-white-kitchen-with-island-040321-715-08.jpg)
The wood stairs have been designed to allow the light from the wall of windows to travel through to the interior of the home.
![A modern home with wood stairs.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/modern-wood-stairs-040321-714-09.jpg)
Upstairs, the black-framed windows contrast the light interior of the primary bedroom and en-suite bathroom.
![Black-framed windows contrast the light interior of the primary bedroom and en-suite bathroom.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/modern-bedroom-suite-with-ensuite-bathroom-040321-714-10.jpg)
Watch the video below to see more of the home and an interview with the designer.