Rental Opportunity: The Eagan home, famously featured in the TV show 'Severance', is now up for lease
In the critically acclaimed series Severance, the Taghkanic House serves as a striking backdrop for some of the most intriguing scenes. Located in upstate New York, this contemporary architectural marvel was designed by Thomas Phifer, a renowned architect known for his minimalist and monolithic style.
The Taghkanic House is a true masterpiece of modern architecture, with its airy feel maintained via sky-lit corridors that offer breathtaking views of the mountains and gardens. The residence is composed of two volumes: the public spaces are housed in a steel and glass pavilion with triple-aspect floor-to-ceiling windows, while the private spaces are nestled into the landscape in a plinth.
Access to this architectural gem is via a road that winds through a pine forest, leading to an outdoor pool and a dry sauna. Perched at the top of a hill, the Taghkanic House offers panoramic views of the Catskills and the Hudson Valley.
Thomas Phifer and Partners, the architectural firm behind the Taghkanic House, has also designed several other notable buildings. One such project is The Pavilions at Glenstone Museum in Potomac, Maryland, a large museum expansion that opened in 2018. This structure, known for its natural light and discreet gallery spaces, has been praised for its eco-brutalist style and won an award from the American Institute of Architects.
Another notable project by Thomas Phifer and Partners is the Fishers Island House on Fishers Island, near Long Island, New York. This 4,600-square-foot glass pavilion was designed to blend seamlessly into the surrounding landscape, emphasizing light, transparency, and a strong indoor/outdoor connection.
The Taghkanic House, a masterpiece of contemporary architecture, is not just a beautiful set piece in Severance. It is a testament to Phifer's focus on natural light, materiality, and landscapes that complement the architecture rather than dominate it. The residence, listed on AirBNB for £3,095 per night, stands as a symbol of Phifer's architectural prowess and his ability to create spaces that are as captivating as they are functional.
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[4] The Architect's Newspaper. (2018, October 1). Glenstone Museum’s new expansion by Thomas Phifer and Partners opens to the public. Retrieved from https://archpaper.com/2018/10/glenstone-museum-new-expansion-thomas-phifer-partners-opens-public/
[5] Phifer, T., & Partners. (n.d.). Richard Serra Sculpture Gallery. Retrieved from https://www.thomasphifer.com/projects/art/richard-serra-sculpture-gallery
The Taghkanic House's minimalist and monolithic design, showcased in its airy corridors and sky-lit spaces, perfectly encapsulates the home-and-garden aspect of its upstate New York landscape. Thomas Phifer and Partners, the architectural firm responsible for the Taghkanic House, also designed The Pavilions at Glenstone Museum, a museum expansion praises for its eco-brutalist style and natural light, further demonstrating their expertise in home-and-garden architectural projects.
