Manitoga

Manitoga is a modern residence built on a former quarry site on the eastern bank of the Hudson River. The structure integrates glass walls, stone surfaces, and natural materials so the building merges with the landscape.

Industrial designer Russel Wright established this property in 1960 following modernist principles. Wright used the quarry's existing structure and created a home deliberately interwoven with its industrial past.

The home represents mid-20th-century design philosophy showing how interior spaces can blend with nature. Rooms are arranged so that residents and visitors constantly notice and interact with the surrounding landscape.

The property is accessible through forest paths and wooden bridges requiring some mobility to explore. Visitors should wear appropriate shoes and prepare for uneven ground and stairs.

The property contains a network of designed outdoor spaces including a quarry pool, moss gardens, and woodland paths. These exterior areas were created to match both garden and architecture design philosophies.

Location: New York

Inception: 1960

Architectural style: modern architecture

Part of: Historic Artists' Homes and Studios

GPS coordinates: 41.34861,-73.95111

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:46