New York-based Architecture Studio Adam Jordan designed this beautiful house, the Shagwong Residence, located in East Hampton, New York. This weekend home is designed to maximize water views while accommodating low maintenance, single-story layout. The spaces within the house are arranged around a central courtyard which not only acts as a physical separation between the guest wing and public areas but allows views of the water for every room. All of the building materials, charred wood siding, zinc metal, and exposed concrete, require little maintenance and age gracefully over time. These materials reflect the owner’s desire for a home that will blend within the landscape and provide a relaxing retreat from the city.