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Studio Update: Summer Check-In

By Marisa on . Posted in Behind the Scenes, Construction Updates

Summer is here, and the studio is buzzing. We’ve got projects wrapping up, projects in the thick of it, and a fresh round of new designs taking shape. Here’s a look at what the team has been up to lately for our early summer update!

Studio News

Presenting Woodland Pop House

We’re thrilled to have officially launched Woodland Pop House on our website — and this one holds a special place in our hearts. Nestled into a steeply sloping site in Accord, this renovation transformed a home that “never quite fit” into something light-filled, rhythmic, and deeply personal. What makes this project stand out is the journey: we worked with our clients through schematic design for nearly three years, iterating and exploring until we got it exactly right. The result is a home that celebrates bold color, panoramic Catskill views, and the courage to be personal. We’re so proud of it — read the full story on our website.

A perspective of the kitchen with the bifold doors wide open, showcasing an unobstructed view of the rolling mountains. The natural light highlights the contrast between the green walls, the marble island, and the warmth of the wood floors.
VIA43 Featured by Marvin Windows

We’re so grateful to Marvin for featuring VIA43 in their latest video case study! Marica takes you on a personal tour through the design journey of her own Hudson Valley home and office — a behind-the-scenes look at a project that is very close to all of our hearts. Watch the full video on YouTube.

Valley MMag Spring/Summer 2026

The Spring/Summer 2026 issue of Valley MMag is out now — and it’s a great one! This issue includes a feature on Studio MM’s collaboration with Vernacular Design on VIA43, alongside beautiful spreads from Chleo Kingston, Millhouse Brewing Co., and Carrie Haddad Gallery. Pick up a copy at a local coffee shop or read it online.

Spring Team Offsite

Every year we look forward to our team offsite, and this spring’s did not disappoint. Three days, great food, site visits, screen printing, birdfeeder brainstorming, and a wood-fired dinner under the sky — the team came home inspired and energized (and with some very unique souvenirs). See the full recap on the blog.

A low-angle shot of a group of seven people smiling as they peer over the edge of a mossy, layered stone wall in a sunlit forest.

In Design

The Nest

The Nest has made a big leap forward — we’re deep into Construction Documents and almost there! Coordinating the structure and how the house settles into its site has been one of the more engaging puzzles of this phase. The team has been working closely to coordinate structural and mechanical systems to get everything just right.

Structural coordination screenshot for The Nest, showing engineer drawings and framing details during Construction Documents phase.
Mechanical systems discussion screenshot for The Nest, documenting HVAC coordination during Construction Documents phase.
Construction document detail screenshot for The Nest, showing structural and site coordination progress.
Stony Clove

Stony Clove is wrapping up final Schematic Design, and it’s been a really rewarding process. This project has a very unique site and a thoughtful, layered program, and working closely with the clients to dial in every aspect of the layout has been one of the highlights of the past few months. We’re getting it finessed to give this family everything they need — and want.

Schematic design inspiration image for Stony Clove showing a carport pop-out concept, exploring massing and site integration for this unique Hudson Valley project.
Design inspiration image for Stony Clove schematic design, informing the material and spatial direction of this unique site and program.
Design inspiration image for Stony Clove schematic design, informing the material and spatial direction of this unique site and program.
Red Barn Reno

We’re just getting started on Schematic Design for Red Barn Reno, and it’s already a fun one. The scope includes converting a garage space into a shared office for the clients, with a comfortable guest area upstairs. We’re exploring schemes and ideas with the client and loving the creative problem-solving this one brings.

Existing garage space at Red Barn Reno, showing the raw structure that will be transformed into a shared client office space with guest quarters above.
Interior of existing barn structure at Red Barn Reno during early schematic design exploration, assessing spatial opportunities for the office conversion.

Queensbury Reno

Queensbury Reno is in Bidding and Permitting — we recently met with the GC on site and submitted for permit. We’re also finalizing the material palette and fixtures, which is always one of the most exciting parts of the process. The interior presentation is looking great and we can’t wait to see this one move into construction.

Exterior of Queensbury Reno residence during bidding and permitting phase, with permit recently submitted and material selections being finalized.
On-site meeting at Queensbury Reno with general contractor, reviewing existing conditions and discussing permit submission requirements.
Beacon Firehouse

Design Development is well underway on the Beacon Firehouse conversion! We’ve finished Schematic Design on this old firehouse-turned-single-family-home. We explored how to use outdoor spaces thoughtfully while honoring the character of the existing structure. A central stair is shaping up to be the “spine” of the home, and exterior design work has begun. We’re looking forward to intial demo beginning in the next couple weeks and presenting the interiors to our clients soon!

Schematic design sketches for Beacon Firehouse conversion, exploring the transformation of the historic firehouse into a single-family residence with a central stair spine.
Design inspiration image for Beacon Firehouse, informing the approach to adaptive reuse and bringing natural light into the historic structure.
Design development screenshot for Beacon Firehouse showing exterior exploration and how new interventions will respect and complement the historic building.
Misty Hollow

Misty Hollow is back on the boards! After some thoughtful consideration, we’ve pivoted to working on an addition and renovation of the main house — a direction that feels really right for this multi-generational family. The new proposal includes a large living room, dining room, and kitchen addition, along with a reconfiguration of the existing house to better serve everyone who calls it home.

Schematic design plan for Misty Hollow showing the reconfiguration of the existing house alongside the new addition to better accommodate a multi-generational family.
Schematic design study for Misty Hollow addition and renovation, showing the proposed living room, dining room, and kitchen addition layout for this multi-generational family home.

In Construction

Rhinecliff Guesthouse

The transformation of this basement is really coming along! New HVAC systems and ductwork have already opened up the space beautifully, and the ceiling has never looked better. Next steps are closing up the walls and bringing the finishes in.

Interior view of Rhinecliff Guesthouse basement transformation, with new mechanical systems installed and walls prepared for finishing.
Rhinecliff Guesthouse basement renovation in progress, showing new ductwork and HVAC systems that have opened up the ceiling height and overall space.
Detail view of new mechanical and ductwork installation at Rhinecliff Guesthouse, demonstrating clean and precise construction work during basement renovation.
Quattro

Quattro is humming along beautifully. Drywall is hung, taping and sanding are complete, and interior priming and painting (Phase 1) is done. Siding installation is now underway, and the septic tank was installed in May. It’s been fun to help this home come together so steadily!

Exterior progress at Quattro with siding installation underway, showing the home's contemporary horizontal profile against the Saugerties landscape.
Interior construction progress at Quattro showing freshly primed walls and ceilings, with siding work visible through windows.
Exterior view of Quattro with siding and septic work complete, showing the home's clean modern lines and integrated carport.
Quattro construction site showing interior finishing phase with completed drywall and painting progress throughout the open-plan living areas.
Exterior view of Quattro under construction in Saugerties, showing completed siding installation and the home's modern profile taking shape.
Wide interior shot of Quattro during finishing phase, showing the scale of the open-concept space with clerestory framing and natural light.
Gallery at Cluster One

Things are moving fast at The Gallery at Cluster One. Footings and foundation have been poured, the slab is in, framing is complete, and electrical is now in progress. A lot of progress in a short stretch — the team is excited to see this one continue to take shape.

Freshly poured concrete footings and foundation at the Gallery at Cluster One, marking the beginning of structural construction.
Concrete slab pour in progress at the Gallery at Cluster One, with formwork and reinforcement visible across the foundation.
Concrete slab pour in progress at the Gallery at Cluster One, with formwork and reinforcement visible across the foundation.
Overview of the Gallery at Cluster One construction site, showing the completed framing and surrounding landscape.
Construction progress photo at the Gallery at Cluster One showing framing and foundation work from an elevated perspective.
Hudson House

Hudson House is deep in its finishing phase. Drywall is complete, millwork installation is underway, and the railing design has been finalized with the metal fabricator. The details are starting to come together in a really satisfying way on this one.

Railing design drawing for Hudson House showing the approved fabrication details coordinated with the metal fabricator.
Exterior desck framing in progress at Hudson House, a modern townhouse renovation in Hudson New York.
Completed drywall at Hudson House townhouse renovation, with smooth walls and ceilings ready for millwork installation and final finishes.
Millwork installation in progress at Hudson House, with custom cabinetry and built-ins being fitted into the renovated townhouse interior.
Artists’ Ranch

Artists’ Ranch is in the thick of its final layers. Millwork installation is in progress, tile finishes are nearing completion, and stair details have been finalized and are now in production. The materiality of this project is something we’re really proud of — we can’t wait to share more.

Tile installation at Artists' Ranch continues to make progress, with colorful tile selections in one of the kid's bathrooms.
Construction progress at Artists' Ranch showing tile finishes in the main bathroom.
Stair detail at Artists' Ranch with design finalized and components in production, showing the elegant structural and aesthetic solution for this Hudson Valley home.
Siding is nearing completion at Artists' Ranch, with rich materials and careful craftsmanship evident throughout the exterior spaces.
Interior view of Artists' Ranch during finishing phase, showing the kitchen island and hood coming along beautifully.
Pond Lane

Pond Lane is coming along steadily — wood floors are installed, walls are painted, exterior siding is almost complete, and the ceiling and rafter ties are done. A real range of milestones ticked off this stretch.

Ceiling and rafter tie work completed at Pond Lane, showcasing the structural detail and craftsmanship of this renovation's upper volumes.
Interior view of Pond Lane showing painted walls and installed wood floors, with natural light highlighting the progress of the renovation.
Exterior siding installation nearly complete at Pond Lane, with the home's profile and materiality taking shape against the landscape.
Exterior siding installation nearly complete at Pond Lane, with the home's profile and materiality taking shape against the landscape.
MCM Reno

Good momentum at MCM Reno! Kitchen cabinets are complete, appliances and countertops are installed, and the pantry area is almost done. The primary bathroom and laundry area are also framed and insulated.

Appliances and countertops installed at MCM Reno kitchen, showing the space nearly complete with a clean, modern aesthetic.
Wide kitchen view at MCM Reno with cabinets, appliances, and countertops installed, capturing the transformation of this renovated home.
Completed kitchen cabinet installation at MCM Reno, with crisp cabinetry in place and countertop and appliance installation underway.
Mt Tremper Cottage

Mt Tremper Cottage has had a big few months. The concrete floor is complete, wood flooring is installed upstairs, ceiling insulation is in for sound control, drywall is installed and painted in several areas, bathroom finishes are in, and the kitchen skylight and window are nearly complete.

Detail of bathroom finish installation at Mt Tremper Cottage, with clean tile work and fixtures in place during the final construction phase.
Bathroom finishes installed at Mt Tremper Cottage, showing tile and fixture work nearing completion in this carefully detailed renovation.
Wood flooring installation complete on the upper level of Mt Tremper Cottage, with warm tones complementing the cottage's natural character.
Kitchen skylight and window installation nearly complete at Mt Tremper Cottage, bringing natural light into the heart of the home.
Sunken living room at Mount Tremper Cottage, which includes a freshly poured concrete slab.
MCM32

MCM32 is in the early but exciting stages of construction. Demolition is almost complete (including some damaged framing from termites that needed addressing), and the existing concrete slab has been removed. A clean slate and a great foundation — literally — for what’s ahead.

Interior demolition at MCM32 with concrete slab fully removed, revealing the scope of foundation and framing work ahead.
Structural framing damage from termites at MCM32 renovation, with compromised members identified and marked for replacement during demolition phase.
Wide demolition view at MCM32 showing existing concrete slab removed and structural framing exposed, preparing the space for renovation.
Olivebridge Reno

A lovely milestone at Olivebridge Reno: the clients have moved back in! Finishes, fixtures, and millwork are all complete. We’re excited to have this one wrapped up!

Finished mudroom at Olivebridge Reno capturing the warmth and quality of the completed renovation as clients settle back into their home.
Interior view of completed Olivebridge Reno showing the seamless integration of new finishes and fixtures with the home's existing character.
Detail of completed millwork installation at Olivebridge Reno, showing the refined craftsmanship of the built-ins and cabinetry throughout the home.
Vannstrom

The pool at Vannstrom is complete — just in time for summer! And with that, the project is done. Congratulations to our client on a beautiful finished home!

Completed swimming pool at Vannstrom, finished just in time for summer and marking the final milestone of this Hudson Valley project.
Pool detail at Vannstrom showing the quality of the finished plastering and tile work, with the surrounding deck and railing complete.
Finished indoor living area at Vannstrom, a completed Hudson Valley home with white oak millwork and dark accents.

It’s been a productive few months! The team is energized and the summer ahead is full of exciting milestones across the board. More to come — stay tuned!

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