Set on a historically rich site between meadow and woodland in Amagansett, the 6,300-square-foot Stony Hill Residence by Bates Masi + Architects draws from the area’s agricultural past to shape a contemporary home for a young family. Once used by Native Americans for hunting and later by settlers as grazing pastures, the land’s original layout of divided stone-walled parcels inspired the project’s zoning strategy.
The house is composed of interconnected gabled volumes, each serving a distinct function: public, private, or guest-related. These barn-like forms are scaled to match the site’s original grazing plots, breaking down the mass into approachable, human-centered elements. Steep roof pitches allow uninterrupted upper-level spaces, while ridge-line cuts bring in daylight. Cladding and paving extend through breezeways, anchoring the home to the landscape.
Traditional materials are reinterpreted with a modern lens. Oversized shingles and tightly packed thatch siding reference local building practices, while warm oak, clay tiles, and plaster connect the home’s interior to its surroundings. Each volume is centered around a fireplace, reinforcing the home’s focus on gathering. Through material, form, and thoughtful site integration, the design preserves the pastoral spirit of Amagansett while offering a sophisticated living experience grounded in place and memory.
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