Project Summary Alfandre Architecture renovated an existing loading dock and security area into a new, ground floor welcome center to better accommodate the guests and service entries with the least amount of conflict. Our design included a new lobby space, reception, public restrooms and security details. The exterior part of the entrance needed to be […]
Sustainable Design
Graymoor: Saint Paul Friary, Garrison, NY – Project Summary
The new Friary is attached to St Francis Chapel, and the original St Paul Friary. Together, the three buildings create a private courtyard for the Friars at the heart of the Graymoor Mountain. The private dining room, serving as one of the three tables for Franciscan life, is sympathetic in style to the shape and […]
Jefferson Professional Plaza, Monticello, NY – Project Summary
Project Summary This 21,000 sq. ft. building is located on Jefferson Street in Monticello, NY. It has a classic, professional appearance. Cladding materials were selected to ensure the sustainable durability of the building. The first floor is rented exclusively to medical professionals. Jefferson Professional Plaza was named “Best New Commercial Construction” category at the 2005 […]
LEED Gold Certified Home in High Falls, NY – Project Summary
Project Summary Certified Gold under the USGBC LEED for Homes program. This light and sun-filled single family residence exceeds current energy code requirements by more than 60%. The house is oriented to provide the main living spaces with abundant light all year long. Deep overhangs are used to control solar gain in the summertime. Equipped […]
New Energy Star Home – Warwick, NY – Case Study
Gail Buckland – Client “I have a beautiful house and people love it. I love it.” The home is an early energy star rated home. Very low energy use, passive solar design, super insulated with energy recovery ventilation. Additional features include solar domestic hot water and solar electric systems. See this house in dirt Magazine Backstory […]
Energy Star Home in Putnam County, NY – Case Study Part 2 (Home Owner’s Rep.)
Tom Kelly – (Client’s Representative) “From design to build, was less than 18 months … and on budget — that’s impressive.” Tom with the EcoBuilders team, enjoying the sun deck in the middle of winter. I think some of the happiest years of my life were the two years I spent going up there three times […]