This Westchester County, New York Guest and pool house was constructed around the salvaged wooden structure of an old New England barn that the client purchased. The barn timbers were treated for insects and then chemically sealed.  Next the buildings wooden structure was set upon a custom designed foundation that was set into the hill that formed a platform and the "barn" was then enclosed with structurally insulated panels, (sips).  Inside is a 2 story high fireplace with kichen facilities, bathroom facilities and room to sleep guests on 2 levels that are connected by a custom designed steel staircase. There is a 2 car garage with all the mechanical equipment and a work studio located below the pool house. I was the site supervising architect. (With Hierarchy Architect.)