Crisp Architects

We design new homes, additions, and renovations, and provide green solutions in New York, Massachusetts, Connecticut and beyond.

Established in 1985 and located in the historic Hudson Valley, the Firm's primary focus has been the creation of buildings that fit their site, historic context, and client needs, including energy conscious and green design solutions.
Contact:
James Crisp
Type:
Architects & Designers
Address:
3788 Route 44,
Millbrook, New York,
United States, 12545
Phone:
(845) 677-8256
Website:
www.crisparchitects.com
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    Crisp Architects The hardware is from Sun Valley Bronze "S2" Finish.
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    dnavins Thanks - just looked at their website and they make beautiful stuff. One other question, do you know the height of the cross rail from the floor and the width of the rail itself?
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    NYK Realty This is Beautiful, i love the openness and the rusty combinations..
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    nagoose What blues are good for bedroom?
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    sachikonitta Last year,I painted may bedroom wall green blue. I don't know if its effective for good sleep because its looks more yellowish with room light on. However, every morning I can wake up feeling fresh.Blue room in daylight is very beautiful.
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    Crisp Architects The interior designer on the job, Carolyn Tierney from Eco Teriors Solutions would be able to answer that question better than I could.

    http://www.ecoteriorsolutions.com/#!carolyn-tierney/c1c3f
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    Crisp Architects Thanks for your interest! That is a blue stone slab
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    Crisp Architects Thanks for your interest! This railing was actually custom designed and built by the contractor.
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    Crisp Architects The flooring is strip white oak, I am unsure of the stain used I apologize.
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    Crisp Architects Thanks for your interest, however unfortunately I have no information on the fabrics. They were all chosen and purchased by the client.
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    Crisp Architects Thanks for your interest, that would be a better question for the landscape designer. I do not recall who they client hired, I will have to track down that information and get back to you as soon as possible.
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    Crisp Architects This is a Terra Cotta hexagonal pattern flooring. I do not recall the exact manufacturer we went with, however, here is a link to where I found something similar.

    http://www.xsurfaces.com/Main.aspx?page=Products&category=2&products=48
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    Crisp Architects Thank you! I am not sure how to answer that question I will have to ask the contractor what type of hinges were used and get back to you as soon as possible.
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    Crisp Architects Sorry for the late reply, the hinges were Soss hinges.

    http://www.soss.com/
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    Crisp Architects Thanks for your interest! It is 10/12 roof pitch.
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    Crisp Architects This was actually hand painted by a company in France. It was custom made for the room. The company name is Zuber Wallpaper
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    Crisp Architects Thanks so much for your interest!
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    Crisp Architects Thanks for your interest! Unfortunately I have no information on them they were found and purchased by the client. I apologize.
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    Crisp Architects Thank you for your interest, however the plans for this garage were designed custom, and were purchased by the client. We cannot give away these plans. If you would like to discuss a future project using our architectural services, please contact us.

    (845) 677-8256
    crisp@crisparchitects.com
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    Crisp Architects Thank you for your interest, however the plans for this garage were designed custom, and were purchased by the client. We cannot give away these plans. If you would like to discuss a future project using our architectural services, please contact us.

    (845) 677-8256
    crisp@crisparchitects.com
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    Dura Supreme Cabinetry I think black looks fabulous on kitchen islands in contrast with lighter cabinetry...

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    KRB Photo Imagery Like an accent walls color, the island adds definition to the kitchen. Well done.
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    Crisp Architects Thanks for your interest! The table is approximately 2'-2" by 6'. I am unsure of the manufacturer, as this table was chosen and purchased by the client and interior designer. I will try to find out and get back to you asap.
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    Crisp Architects Thank you for your interest, however unfortunately I am unsure if it was personalized or not. The client found and purchased that and I have no information on it. I apologize.
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    Crisp Architects Thanks for your interest! This was locally sourced Georgetown brick.
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    Crisp Architects Thanks for your interest!
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    Brandon Lake What is this countertop made of and how much maintenance does it require?
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    Crisp Architects The wall lanterns were chosen by the client and I unfortunately have no information on them. I apologize.
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    ncdiy Looks like Lantern & Scroll to me. Maybe there Old Village collection, I've attached a picture of a similar one. You should call them, their prices are great and they are awesome to work with! Cheers!
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    Crisp Architects The floor is a solid oak wood floor with a clear finish. The molding and trim are from Spiegel Woodwoking out of Kingston, NY. The crown molding model number is #SAW318 and the trim model number is #IL228.
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    Crisp Architects I do not recall, I will check our records and get back to you asap.
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    Crisp Architects It was a high gloss paint, and unfortunately the clients were artists and picked all the colors themselves so I do not have the exact shade they used. Benjamin Moore Navajo Red is a similar color.

    http://www.benjaminmoore.com/en-us/paint-color/navajored
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    Crisp Architects Unfortunately the interior designer and client picked the hardware so I have little information on it. However, here is a link where you can find something very similar:

    http://www.bellacor.com/results.cfm?Fs=1&N=4294961264+4294909797+8257
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    Crisp Architects Thanks for your interest, unfortunately the floor was existing and I have little information on it. I believe it was oak in varying widths and I am unsure of the stain if any. The pendants are Sorenson Lanterns by Remains Lighting. Here is the link below:

    http://www.remains.com/product/hl2617.18/sorenson-18-lantern.html
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    Crisp Architects Thanks for your interest! The floor was an existing oak wood. We used a custom mixed stain which was polyurethane but I do not recall if it was water or oil, I apologize.
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    patcomchr That was quick! Thank you so much. Love everything that Crisp does. Everything is a "10". Wish you had a Washington,DC office.
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    Crisp Architects You can find something similar from Marvin Windows and Doors. I will have to check the drawings and get back to you as far as the door's size.

    http://www.marvin.com/
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    Crisp Architects It was indeed repeated on the other side, and I am unsure of the type of wood, it may have been plywood but I will confirm.
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    AV Architects + Builders Love the images!! Great way to create indoor/outdoor flow!!
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    tammytimamy I like the idea and the look, but in my opinion, having a see-through glass splash back behind the cooker hob is a bit mad - lovely splatters of tomato based sauces and grease come to mind. Glass is so much harder to clean if you expect to look through it as well (which is why windows are a complete pain to clean). I have a window above the sink area, and it gets splashed all the time and looks so dirty, no matter how much I clean it. And that's just with water splashes!
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    Crisp Architects I think that was Weathered Wood from Timberline, but I could be wrong.
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    soordeen actually wonderful design i am small draughstman it is usefull for me
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    Crisp Architects I apologize, we have no information on the furniture, it was picked by the clients.
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    Crisp Architects Mineral Oil is a great product to use. Another suggestion is pure raw almond oil, walnut oil. or raw tung oil. Raw tung oil is obtained by pressing the seeds from the nut of a tung tree. When applied in many fine coats over wood, tung oil slowly cures to a satin "wetted wood" look with slight golden tint. It resists liquid water better than any other pure oil finish. Mineral oil, however is cheap, easy to find, and easy to apply. I think any of these choices will work fine, you should choose what will work for you.
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    Crisp Architects Thanks for your interest! It is approximately 7' 10" wide.
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    Crisp Architects Approximately 7'.
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    Crisp Architects The pool company Scott Pools out of Woodbury Ct. would be able to answer that question better than I could.
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    Crisp Architects I believe the cabinet hardware was from Top Knobs.

    http://www.topknobs.com/Default.aspx
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    Crisp Architects Thanks for your interest! However. the mirror was found and purchased by the client and I have no information on it. The interior designer on the job, Rebecca Brandon may have more information, it looks like it could have been an antique.

    http://www.houzz.com/pro/rcbasid/rebecca-c-brandon-asid
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    Crisp Architects Thanks for your interest, however the chairs and table were found and purchased by the client and I have no information on where the set came from. I apologize.
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    Crisp Architects There are many pros for having a gravel driveway. They are popular in rural areas because they require little maintenance, maintain the traditional look of the home, and can last a long time since water passes right through it as opposed to concrete or asphalt which will sink and crack.
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    Kristina Heredia Thank you so much for this informative post! I am a wallpaper lover, lol! I find it refreshing and dramatic especially used in small areas like a powder room as mentioned above, or an accent wall. I have a black and white damask pattern in my dinning room and love the drama it adds. You can also use subtle patterns with a beautiful sheen for glam, especially in how light may hit it. I love Farrow and Ball wallpaper, or Candice Olsen's shimmering details line. And wallpaper isn't what it used to be as mentioned by many above, it is much easier to remove.
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    Pamela Rosenberg It is gorgeous in someone else's home. I am just old enough to have wallpapered our entire home in the mid and late 90's. It is hard to showcase art on a patterned wall, I tired of the patterns, and I eventually had to strip it off or pay someone to strip it for me. $$$ As tempting as these photos are I think I will pass this time around.
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    Crisp Architects The chandelier was actually picked by the clients so I have little information on it. It looks like it may have been purchased from Ball and Ball Antiques. Here is a link to the site:

    http://www.ballandball-us.com/light_chandeliers_brass.html
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    Crisp Architects The pool was done by Scott Pools, and the tile was a blue color, however I do not recall the exact shade or manufacturer I apologize.
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    Crisp Architects Thanks for your interest, that was black slate facing.
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    Crisp Architects I believe those were satin nickel finish knobs from RK International. I apologize, I do not recall the exact model.

    http://hardware.myknobs.com/?style=knob&page=2
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    penny2014 What color is the paint in this kitchen called?
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    Crisp Architects Ball Green by Farrow and Ball, it may appear darker in the picture because of our photographer's edits so I would recommend ordering samples.
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    Crisp Architects Thank you for your interest, I will check the drawings and get back to you asap.
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    Crisp Architects The pool house itself cost 130k.
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    misschristinec Thanks for the quick reply!
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    Crisp Architects I think either one would look great. A white door with a black screen door will probably look nice with the break up of color, however, black entry doors can bring a bold element and look very aesthetically pleasing as well. I have seen both the white door with black screen and the black painted doors on historic traditional homes. It really will depend on your taste. If you are looking to tie in the shutters, a black door would match nicely.
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    Crisp Architects Approximately 10" deep.
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    Crisp Architects Benjamin Moore Navajo White I believe.
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    Crisp Architects Thanks for your interest, the flooring is mahogany. As far as maintenance goes, I would recommend you sweep dirt and debris from your mahogany flooring on a regular basis. Rinse it with a garden hose when sweeping is not enough. It is also wise to clean it at least once a year with a deck cleaner according to the manufacturer's instructions. A sealant or water repellent would also be good to use on it once a year.
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    Crisp Architects The exterior paint color used on the stucco was actually a custom color mixed on site. However, Benjamin Moore Greenbrier Beige HC-79 looks like it could be a similar match. You should order samples and see what works for you. The stone was from a company called O & G Supply out of Connecticut. Here is the link if you would like to request information. Hope this helps and thanks for your interest!

    http://www.ogind.com/masonry/masonstores.aspx?id=560

    http://www.benjaminmoore.com/en-us/paint-color/greenbrierbeige
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    Crisp Architects Thanks for your interest however I do not recall the towel ring manufacturer. The client found it and I have no information on it, I apologize.
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    Crisp Architects Approximately 3' and the space on top of the roof is not usable living space, the floor is sloped as to allow water drainage.
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    Crisp Architects Thanks for your interest! Unfortunately, as an architecture firm we do not normally keep a record of the paint colors used on our projects. They are normally chosen by the client or interior designer.
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    Crisp Architects I believe that it would work fine. You can visit the website to see about different or custom sizes.

    http://www.remains.com/product/hl2617.18/sorenson-18-lantern.html
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    Crisp Architects Thanks for your interest! The mantel was designed custom by Crisp Architects, and the stone is Durango stone.

    http://www.durangostone.com/
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    Crisp Architects Approximately 1'-3".
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    daisybluff Thank you! Could you also share width of each cubby? Height of bench?
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    Crisp Architects No, it was designed by us at Crisp Architects. The interior designer was Samantha Free on this project and the construction company Chamberlin Construction.
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    lionnessone You all did an amazing job, congratulations.
    I love the colour.
    Beautiful.
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    Crisp Architects Approximately 40 by 53 inches.
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    Crisp Architects I do not recall, I will check our records and get back to you asap.
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