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In the kitchen, the couple found barely used appliances instead of new ones to save money. The cabinetry and butcher block counters are from Ikea.

Shane Michael Pavonetti, an Austin-based architect and contractor, and his wife, Holly, built their eco-friendly home on a lean budget of $175,000. The cedar siding used on the exterior reappears throughout the house. Keen on recycling the wood, the couple added shelving to their kitchen as well.

For their first big project together, Spencer and Alessio sought a property in the western Catskills that felt secluded while still being close to town. Their home on Raeder Road in Roxbury, New York, had good bones, was within budget, and—most importantly—benefited from incredible views. Spencer was adamant about expanding the deck, and they chose Benjamin Moore’s Midnight Oil for the exterior.

Pigliacampo decided to paint the interiors white, the most cost-effective detail of the renovation, and add a ladder to the second level.