Reclaimed Weathered Wood Siding Covers This Home Inspired By Farm Buildings

November 15, 2023
A modern two-story gabled home is clad in reclaimed weathered wood siding.
Photo by Michael Moran Photography

Architecture and building company BIRDSEYE has shared photos of a home they completed in Sagaponack, New York, that features an exterior clad in reclaimed weathered wood siding.

A modern two-story gabled home is clad in reclaimed weathered wood siding.
Photo by Michael Moran Photography

The home, named Lathhouse, was inspired and conceptually influenced by the region’s local agricultural history, notably by a lath house, which is a traditional gabled farm structure made primarily of wood laths or slats spaced to reduce sunlight while permitting ventilation. This wood detail is also found most notably in corn cribs, drying barns, and livestock shelters.

A modern two-story gabled home is clad in reclaimed weathered wood siding.
Photo by Michael Moran Photography

The weathered wood cladding reflects a timeless patina reminiscent of the barns and outbuildings in rural landscapes, with the siding featured on the home being reclaimed from decades-old corral board snow fencing.

A modern two-story gabled home is clad in reclaimed weathered wood siding.
Photo by Michael Moran Photography
A modern two-story gabled home is clad in reclaimed weathered wood siding.
Photo by Peter Murdock Photography

The residence, a two-story gable structure, is oriented east-west overlooking a spacious lawn to the south. The gently sloping topography, coupled with the minimalist pool house, defines the lower lawn, pool, and tennis court areas.

A modern two-story gabled home is clad in reclaimed weathered wood siding.
Photo by Michael Moran Photography

The pool house, whose exterior matches the residence, mediates between the pool and tennis court activities, while the site perimeter is defined by a continuous hedge and anchored by mature deciduous trees.

A modern pool house clad in reclaimed wood siding.
Photo by Michael Moran Photography

At one end of the home, there’s a porch with steps that lead down to the lawn.

A modern home clad in reclaimed wood has a porch for outdoor dining.
Photo by Michael Moran Photography

The interior finishes and furnishings of the house are inspired by the light and shadow play of the slats over the wall and roof glass.

A contemporary living room with double-height ceiling and a wall with niches for the TV and decor.
Photo by Michael Moran Photography
A contemporary living room with double-height ceiling and a wall with niches for the TV and decor.
Photo by Michael Moran Photography

The main level of the home includes the garage, mudroom, guest suite, living, dining, kitchen, principal bedroom suite, three bedroom suites, laundry, and linen storage.

A contemporary open plan dining room with a large rug that defines the dining area.
Photo by Michael Moran Photography

The kitchen has a large island with seating and storage, while the nearby sliding glass doors open to the porch for outdoor dining.

The kitchen has a large island with seating and storage, while the nearby sliding glass doors open to the porch for outdoor dining.
Photo by Michael Moran Photography

The stairs connect the main level with the lower floor, where there’s a playroom, wine room, powder room, exercise room, and guest suite, as well as the upper floor, where there’s the primary bedroom suite and a pair of additional guest rooms.

A modern staircase that has a window that wraps from the wall to the ceiling.
Photo by Michael Moran Photography

The primary bedroom has a wood ceiling and windows that provide views of the trees.

The primary bedroom has a wood ceiling and windows that provide views of the trees.
Photo by Michael Moran Photography
The primary bedroom has a wood ceiling and windows that provide views of the trees.
Photo by Michael Moran Photography

The primary ensuite bathroom has a large floating double vanity, a freestanding bathtub, and a walk-in shower.

The primary ensuite bathroom has a large floating double vanity, a freestanding bathtub, and a walk-in shower.
Photo by Michael Moran Photography
The primary ensuite bathroom has a large floating double vanity, a freestanding bathtub, and a walk-in shower.
Photo by Michael Moran Photography

The guest suites are contemporary in their design, with both enjoying access to the outdoors.

A contemporary bedroom with a sliding door that opens to the outdoors.
Photo by Michael Moran Photography
A contemporary bedroom with blue accents.
Photo by Michael Moran Photography

In another bathroom, black and white patterned wallpaper covers the walls.

A black and white patterned wallpaper covers the walls of this powder room.
Photo by Michael Moran Photography

Here are the architectural drawings for the home.

Architectural drawings for a home clad in weathered reclaimed wood.

Architectural drawings for a home clad in weathered reclaimed wood.

Architectural drawings for a home clad in weathered reclaimed wood.

Architectural drawings for a home clad in weathered reclaimed wood.

Architectural drawings for a home clad in weathered reclaimed wood.
Design: BIRDSEYE | General Contractor: Wright & Co. Construction Inc. | Structural Engineer: Engineering Ventures | Landscape Architect: Wagner Hodgson Landscape Architecture | Survey: Barylski Land Surveying | Interior Design: Brooke Michelsen Design