A Concrete Guesthouse in Upstate New York Is Decidedly “Bunker Chic”

With inspiration from the creative homeowners, architects David Leven and Stella Betts design a bunker-like backyard structure that’s surprisingly animated.
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When Andrew Zuckerman and Niki Bergen decided to build a large guesthouse behind their home in upstate New York, they didn’t ask their designers for two bedrooms, two baths, or any of the other usual requirements. "We led with a narrative rather than a program," says Andrew. He and Niki started sharing ideas and stories about what their lives could look like. 

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