49 Cooper Street, Accord, NY 12404

Introducing La Chioma, a study in woodland living, where a dark, angular silhouette gives way to soaring interiors and the intimate presence of trees all around. Named for the leafy crown of a tree, the house finds its character in that overhead world of branches and filtered light, with tall panes of glass framing the woods and a broad deck suspended in their company. Set privately on one of Accord’s most sought after country roads, the home unfolds around a double height great room. Windows follow the pitched roofline, bringing the landscape into view from nearly every angle. Whitewashed wood floors and pale walls soften the dramatic proportions, while an open gallery draws the eye upstairs. At the center, a wood-burning stove is framed by bookshelves and stacked firewood, giving the room the warmth and familiarity of a well loved retreat. Just beyond, the kitchen introduces a moodier palette of dark cabinetry, wood countertops, and warm metallic accents. A skylight brings daylight...