坐落於風景如畫的哈德遜谷，阿梅尼亞小鎮提供了寧靜的鄉村美景、豐富的歷史和充滿活力的社區生活。周圍環繞著起伏的山丘和寧靜的農田，這裡是大自然愛好者的完美逃逸地。阿梅尼亞擁有如特勞特貝克（Troutbeck），這個曾是歷史悠久的莊園，現在已轉變為度假村，以及只有會員才能進入的西羅嶺（Silo Ridge）高爾夫社區，提供優雅與魅力。小鎮與大紐約地區的地鐵北線瓦賽克站（Metro-North Wassaic station）相連，讓它成為將寧靜的鄉村生活與都市便利相結合的理想度假地。

“瀑布之家”（Cascade House）是一座尚待建造的住宅，體現了現代主義，將建築與景觀元素與當代設計原則相融合。這座房子坐落在一塊傾斜的13英畝土地上，與地形相連，以便欣賞到阿梅尼亞及更遠地區的壯闊景色。人們可透過一條緩緩彎曲的小溪來到這座住宅，溪流通往周圍森林中的一片空地。

這座住宅擁有三個建築體量。上部結構包含臥室和家庭辦公室，懸浮於地景之上。中央體量專為社交空間而設，四周用落地玻璃包圍，並配有大滑動門，將室內與周圍環境連接起來。下部體量則埋入地下，這是一個帶有座椅、戶外廚房、用餐或選擇性泳池區的硬景觀外部區域。這些體量沿著山坡逐層而下，提供無障礙的自然景觀與外部視野。

接近住宅時，材料的互動令人印象深刻。石材包裹的車道牆無縫地過渡到上部體量的裸露基礎牆上。在這上方懸浮著上部體量，包裹著淺色風化磚。起居空間盒子展示了三面板胎混凝土，而另一方面則是用桃花心木與落地玻璃構成的。這些盒子之間有一個入口區域，混合了木材和玻璃，並覆蓋著綠色屋頂。

在這個家中，景觀與建築同等重要。每個體量之間都有獨特的景觀特徵。上層景觀包括特殊植物框架的入口庭院、綠色屋頂植物以及透過門廊可見的原生植物傾斜山丘。下層景觀則有透水鋪面，允許起居室通過可開啟的門流向戶外的座位和用餐區。

室內空間展現出自然的流動感，以乾淨的線條、開放的空間和有限的材質調色板為特色。房子的核心是開放計劃的公共空間，客廳、餐廳、廚房的高度為10英尺，家庭室則達13英尺。這些空間通過南側的全高度窗戶和門浴在自然光中。天花板是桃花心木板材，地面是鑄混凝土。用大理石包裹的特色牆有一個雙面壁爐，將客廳和餐廳分開。美食廚房配有桃花心木和漆木櫃、米勒（Miele）電器，以及一個廣闊的鑄混凝土島。還有一個大型步入式餐具室，提供額外的儲存和電器空間。

主要住宅擁有四間寬敞的臥室，每間都有獨立衛浴。主套房擁有一個寬敞的客製化步入式衣櫥，一個如水療般的浴室以及一個私人露台。

整體而言，這座住宅無縫地融入了可持續設計原則，擁有豐富的絕緣材料、三層玻璃木窗、節能機械系統以及完全電動的家電。最終的結果是形式與功能的和諧融合，奢華、大自然和人類經驗在此完美平衡共存。

在一個歷史、自然與現代優雅交匯的小鎮上，瀑布之家提供了理想的度假地——讓阿梅尼亞的寧靜與當代生活藝術相遇。

Nestled in the scenic Hudson Valley, the town of Amenia offers a peaceful blend of rural beauty, rich history, and vibrant community life. Surrounded by rolling hills and tranquil farmlands, it’s the perfect escape for nature lovers. Home to renowned communities like Troutbeck, a historic estate turned retreat, and Silo Ridge, a members-only golf community, Amenia offers elegance and charm. With easy access to the Metro-North Wassaic station, the town is well-connected to New York City, making it an ideal getaway that combines serene countryside living with urban convenience.

The "Cascade House", a to-be-built residence, embodies modernism, blending architectural and landscaped elements with contemporary design principles. Situated on a sloping 13-acre plot, the home connects with the site’s topography to take advantage of expansive views of Amenia and beyond. One approaches the site via a gently curving creek leading to a clearing in the surrounding woods.

The home features three architectural volumes. The upper structure, containing bedrooms and a home office, floats above the landscape. The central volume, dedicated to social spaces, is enclosed in floor-to-ceiling glass with large sliding doors connecting the interior to the surroundings. The lower volume is sunken into the earth, an exterior hardscaped area with seating, outdoor kitchen, dining, or the optional pool area. These volumes cascade down the mountainside, offering unobstructed views of nature and vistas beyond.

Approaching the residence, one is struck by the interplay of materials. The stone-clad driveway walls seamlessly transition into the exposed foundation walls for the upper volume. On top of this floats the upper volume, clad in light, weathered brick. The living space box showcases board-formed concrete on three walls and mahogany with full-height glazing on the other. Between these boxes is an entry area, a mix of wood and glass with a green roof.

In this home, the landscape plays an equal role with architecture. Between each volume is a signature landscape feature. The upper landscape includes specialty plantings framing the entry court, green roof plantings, and a sloping hill of native planting visible through the foyer. The lower landscape features pervious paving, allowing the living room to flow outdoors through operable doors to seating and dining areas.

Inside, the interior unfolds with an effortless flow, characterized by clean lines, open spaces, and a restrained palette of materials. The heart of the house is the open-plan public spaces with 10’ ceilings in the living room, dining, kitchen, and 13’ ceilings in the family room. These spaces are bathed in natural light from the full-height windows and doors on the south face. There is a slated mahogany ceiling and cast concrete floors. A marble-clad feature wall with a double-sided fireplace separates the living and dining rooms. The gourmet kitchen features mahogany and lacquered wood cabinetry, Miele appliances, and an expansive cast concrete island. There is a large walk-in pantry for extra storage and appliances.

The principal residence boasts four generously proportioned bedrooms, each with an ensuite bathroom. The primary suite has an expansive custom walk-in closet, a spa-like bathroom, and a private terrace.

Throughout, sustainable design principles are seamlessly integrated, with extensive insulation, triple-pane wood windows, energy-efficient mechanical systems, and fully electric appliances. The result is a harmonious fusion of form and function, where luxury, nature, and human experience coexist in perfect balance.

In a town where history, nature, and modern elegance converge, the Cascade House offers the perfect retreat—where the serenity of Amenia meets the art of contemporary living. © 2025 OneKey™ MLS, LLC