Fire Island House by Andrew Franz Architect
Nestled in a wooded site on a sandy barrier island, the Fire Island house is both modern and rustic, imposing despite its modest 1,200 SF footprint due to its dramatic yet simple cruciform plan.
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Nestled in a wooded site on a sandy barrier island, the Fire Island house is both modern and rustic, imposing despite its modest 1,200 SF footprint due to its dramatic yet simple cruciform plan.
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