Storm King Art Center – New Windsor, NY
DETAILS
Architects: WXY Studio and heneghan peng architects
Builder: Consigli Construction Co.
Recognition:
Dezeen
Architectural Record
Storm King Art Center’s first major capital project reshaped the visitor experience in response to recent growth and supported its mission of connecting art, nature, and people. The new buildings, collectively known as the Welcome Pavilions, frame the arrival for guests while restoring a former parking lot to five acres of meadows.
The reimagined structures, which include a ticketing center, restrooms, and group gathering spaces, are defined by a minimal footprint and sustainably sourced materials that reflect Storm King’s environmental stewardship and conservation. The pavilions are clad in 22,000 linear feet of PATINA Abodo Vulcan cladding, a thermally modified, sustainable wood that was chosen for its stability and ability to weather into a natural gray that will settle the structures into the landscape over time.
To maintain consistent performance and material compatibility, we custom fabricated wood fins and beams, milled to specification and finished with a CUSTOM color developed to match the PATINA cladding. Working closely with reSAWN’s Specification Consultant and technical experts, the design team evaluated samples and on-site field mockups to confirm texture, tone, and installation details. Guided by the principle of building only what’s essential, the project relied on precisely crafted components that reduced waste and delivered long-term durability and a peaceful aesthetic among the surrounding artwork.
