84 Sidney Street, Kerhonkson, NY 12446

The Gunk House is a thoughtful reimagining of a Dutch gambrel tucked into the woods halfway up the Shawangunk Ridge. Completely renovated by NYC-based designer and builder Lauren Wesley Spear, the three-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath home brings together the character of an old house with a distinctly modern sensibility. The renovation was guided by a simple ethos: restore what makes the house special, then give it a new life. The original gambrel roofline remains the defining gesture, while dramatic windows and skylights draw the surrounding woods deep into the interiors. Oak floors run throughout, complemented by an earthy palette of terra cotta and quarry tile and cedar, RBW and Noguchi Akari lighting, and a wood-burning Nova stove. The main living space and entry foyer rise to double-height ceilings, creating a sense of volume and light unusual for a house of this scale. Perhaps the most distinctive element is woven throughout the home. A collection of Scandinavian antique...