Meetinghouse Lane

Located along the historic Lanes of Amagansett, New York, this contemporary residence was designed by MB Architecture to provide a low-maintenance home that would age gracefully in its coastal environment. The owners sought materials capable of developing a natural patina over time without requiring continual refinishing, leading to a restrained palette of CUSTOM shou sugi ban charred Cypress, exposed concrete, and zinc. Together, these materials create a striking dialogue between warmth and permanence, with the charred wood contrasting against the monolithic concrete walls while reinforcing the home’s clean architectural forms.

The material palette continues throughout the interior, where CUSTOM charred Cypress, GOVERNOR European White Oak flooring, and CUSTOM White Oak ceiling cladding create a seamless transition between exterior and interior spaces.

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Complementing the charred wood are GOVERNOR European White Oak flooring and CUSTOM White Oak ceiling cladding, which introduce warmth and visual continuity throughout the home. The engineered European White Oak flooring combines a refined UV oil finish with exceptional durability, while the White Oak ceiling cladding softens the interior with the natural character and grain of domestic hardwood.

Together, these materials reinforce the project’s emphasis on longevity, timeless design, and natural weathering.

MB Architecture, led by Maziar Behrooz, is an award-winning architecture firm recognized for creating innovative contemporary residences that emphasize geometry, materiality, and the relationship between architecture and landscape. Through a thoughtful integration of natural materials and modern construction, the firm designs homes that are both visually compelling and built for long-term performance.