SCHAEDLE RESIDENCE: WESTHAMPTON BEACH, N.Y.

Situated in the bayfront area of Westhampton, this four bedroom house was built in the early 1980's for under $100,000 as a speculative venture. The design features an open Living-Dining-Kitchen Area that is located on the second floor to provide better access to views. The Master Bedroom and Bath are also located on this upper floor while the rest of the bedrooms are located on the first floor entry level.

The southern orientation of the house and the proliferation of south facing windows allows for a passive solar heating effect. The north facing windows are few and small in size and the siting of the house literally "cuts" the cold winter winds to minimize heat loss. The locations of clerestory windows were placed with the intent to help create a natural flow of ventilation throughout the house, allowing the hot air to escape through these high windows.