Mushroom House

The Mushroom House is a residential building in Perinton featuring five concrete stems that support rounded, elevated pods with extensive glazing on all sides. Each pod is connected internally, creating an unconventional spatial arrangement for living spaces.

Architect James H. Johnson designed and built this residence between 1970 and 1972 for attorney-artist couple Robert and Marguerite Antell. The structure gained recognition as a local landmark in 1989, marking its importance in regional architectural history.

The building earned recognition as a local landmark in 1989 due to its contemporary design influenced by Queen Anne's Lace flowers.

The residence sits on Park Road and sprawls across multiple levels within the elevated pods, best viewed from the surrounding grounds. The exterior vantage points provide clear sightlines to appreciate the full scope of the structure's design and materials.

The concrete stems were cast as independent structures and later joined together, a pioneering construction method for its era. This modular building approach allowed the architect to shape each pod as a distinct functional element.

Location: Perinton

Location: Monroe County

Inception: 1972

Architects: James H. Johnson

Floors above the ground: 2

Address: 142 Park Road, Pittsford, NY 14534

GPS coordinates: 43.04780,-77.47440

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:25