One of the few bright spots of the Covid lockdown era, at least from our very particular point of view, was the uptick in garage conversions. With so many stuck at home, often with a partner, sometimes with children as well, the lowly garage started to look a lot more appealing. It offered the dream of peace, quiet, physical distance and, for painter and creative director Patrick McDonough and his partner, Michael Burst, the proprietor of Hudson River Flowers in Manhattan, a place to create.
The problem: There was no garage on the couple’s property in the Springs section of East Hampton, NY—just their small ranch-style home surrounded by trees that, because of strict zoning rules, couldn’t be removed, and one super-long 1966 Chevy Impala Super Sport convertible. So they hired architecture firm Worrell Yeung to figure out the puzzle.
Max Worrell and Jejon Yeung were more than up for the challenge. Their solution: a 13½-by-30-foot building, nestled next to the main house and between towering trees, with a garage on the bottom and an art studio above that’s horizontally bisected by a wraparound strip of 4-foot-high glazing. “The feeling of being perched up in the trees with a 360-degree view makes the experience so expansive yet so private and intimate at the same time, as you are quite protected from the foliage of the surrounding trees,” say Yeung.
Below, a tour of the minimalist multi-purpose garage that’s just a stone’s throw from the house but feels far away.
Photography by Naho Kubota, courtesy of Worrell Yeung.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the article about?
The article is about a garage that was converted into an artist's studio.
Who converted the garage into a studio?
Worrell Yeung, an architecture and design firm, converted the garage into a studio.
What is the location of the artist's studio?
The artist's studio is located in Springs, New York.
What features were added to the garage during the conversion?
During the conversion, skylights, large windows, and French doors were added to provide ample natural light. The garage was also insulated and equipped with a heating system for year-round use.
What kind of flooring was installed in the studio?
The studio features a concrete floor that was polished and sealed.
How is the space used by the artist?
The artist uses the converted garage studio as a workspace for painting and other creative endeavors.
What additional amenities were included in the studio?
Additional amenities in the studio include built-in shelving for storage, a sink for easy cleanup, and a loft area for relaxation or storage.
Can the studio be used for purposes other than an artist's workspace?
Yes, the flexible design of the studio allows it to be used for various purposes, such as a home office, a yoga or meditation space, or a creative workshop.
Are there any exterior changes made to the garage?
No specific details about exterior changes were mentioned in the article.
Is there any information about the size of the converted studio?
The article does not provide information about the size of the converted studio.
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