Collage, designed by Stephen Ormandy: “The design was influenced by the floating nature of lily pads and the opportunity to combine individual sculptural shapes into a cohesive useful object”.

In her workshop, which features a Mercedes table, an Otto lamp, and a wood-and-leather bar stool, all by NET, she creates a line of uncomplicated wood toys called Sarmiento.

Hand carved stool made from salvaged wood.

The architects designed the large dining table, which is framed by the open kitchen, the wood-burning stove, and the garden beyond.

A linear sequence of eight, 12-foot bays extends the length of the home from rear bedrooms and an office to the open kitchen and living room space. The modest form, a reflection of the owners' desire for simplicity, required few materials: wood, concrete, and steel. Photo by Ron Johnson.

Dan Pacek, left, and John Roynon prepare cocktails at their 12-foot “display island” in the renovated kitchen of their home in New Jersey. The couple bought handles matching those on their Thermador refrigerator and used them on a set of pantry doors, one of which conceals the steps to the basement.

The almost-entirely tallowwood kitchen is custom. Muuto pendant lights, bar stools by Alvar Aalto for Artek, a Vola faucet, and a ceiling fan by Beacon Lighting finish the room.

Set amongst the trees, with its simple form and earthy adherence to wood, the home fits in well. "Veronica and I walked the land for many months before we decided where to put the house," says Hirsh. "We had picnics there. We sat looking east. We sat looking west. We sat looking south. The site felt wonderful." Photo by Ron Johnson.

The couple doused the interior in Benjamin Moore’s Simply White to create a bright canvas for their antique furniture and to focus attention on the outdoors.

The trip from garage to first floor is through a wood-clad spiral staircase that resembles a giant slatted barrel.

The units don't even require foundations—simple ground screws from Krinner are enough to support them.

While it's not your traditional backsplash material, when properly prepared and treated, wood can make for an effective, functional, and beautiful backsplash. Here, the wood backsplash matches the wood of the nearby kitchen island in an otherwise white kitchen with white cabinetry.

The space is dedicated to roasting the company's small-batch Reserve coffees, which are then distributed to Starbucks locations around the world. 6,654 square feet of the space are occupied by a tasting room and cafe with food pairings.

with light-beige walls, pinewood floors and repurposed original wooden beams,

A 12-foot “display island” gives this kitchen programmatic function—food and drinks are prepared here; cooking and cleaning are consigned to the back—and helps make it a welcoming space, whether homeowners Pacek and Roynon are entertaining or simply enjoying time to themselves. The soft green hue adds an inviting touch.

Reclaimed materials are used throughout the space, which is LEED certified.

Designer Aaron Poritz makes custom furniture and accessories from different types of wood native to Nicaragua, where Poritz has his studio. The Albers Barstool is a taller version of Poritz’s original Albers stool, which was designed as a sitting stool for the Josef and Anni Albers foundation gallery. The barstool features a contrasting wood inlay and a cross brace footrest that unites the three legs of the stool in a simple triangle.

Reclaimed Pyramid stool.

A simple Japanese-inspired stool can go double- or triple-duty in the home, and the dark red adds visual interest. $189 at BoConcept

The Bristol stool on the second story landing is by Modern Home.

A pivoting glass door leads from the second-story kitchen to an elevated terrace and onto the lawn. The Mezzadro stools are by Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni.

The diminutive Morsø wood stove and its hearth of local Criehaven beach stone gives off enough heat to warm the entire cottage.

"We composed the house to have its highest, brightest space in the middle," says Paul Raff. Warm wood stairs lead to the second floor, which houses guest bedrooms, bath, and a kitchenette for the family's frequent visitors.

The children’s rooms, which are reserved for family and an extended network of friends, feature more custom Crasset-designed beds set against a vivid blue backdrop, courtesy of the French paint brand Zolpan.

The couple stockpiles wood under the deck.

German Artist’s Mike Meiré’s version of the Artek Stool 60 gives the iconic stool some pop. $390

Michael Robbins, a craftsman who works from a former wool mill in the Hudson Valley, is one of the local highlights. For a full list of exhibitors and more details, visit fieldandsupply.com. We recommend perusing andnorth.com to discover other things to see and do in the area.

Swell by Dutch designer Rachel Griffin features a production methodology that ensures that each piece is a one-off—the foam fills the fabric, acting as a binder between material and frame. The foam expands differently each time, creating a unique piece every time.

KAKTUS STOOL This sturdy stool is inspired by the delicate filigree of the Staghorn Cholla cactus. Designed by the architect and co-founder of Artecnica Enrico Bressan, the Kaktus stool is a contradiction in form: lightweight aluminum gives the appearance of airiness and fragility but is entirely weight-bearing.

Nendo's Su stool range for Emeco, made of anodized aluminum, untreated wood, and concrete.

Completely Dusty by benandsebastian was built to infuriate the cleaner with grooved walnut latticework and leather bindings designed to harbor dust (Shown here on top of its display case).

Alvar Aalto’s Stool 60 In lieu of a coffee table, three of these stackable stools were grouped together. $308

BUBBLE STOOL Designed by Objekten’s CEO and Co-founder Alain Berteau, the Bubble Stool is an innovative accent piece. Instead of being filled with foam or other fillers like traditional poufs, the Bubble Stool is filled with air. The lack of material filler makes the Bubble Stool an environmentally friendly choice that can be adjusted easily for comfort. The ultra light Bubble Stool is easy to move and store when not in use. *Monkey not included.

Sawkille Black Walnut Stool and Black Ash Basket, made from black ash and cassein paint, $800 and $1,580, respectively.

Custom stools can be pulled out to create a dining space. A wood pergola surrounds the table.