Residential architecture on the East End.
We bring the same approach here as everywhere: start with the land.
We know the East End process.
Building on the East End involves multiple layers of land use regulation: town zoning, Architectural Review Board approval, Zoning Board of Appeals (for variances and special permits), Suffolk County Health Department, and — for properties near wetlands or shorelines — Army Corps of Engineers and NYS DEC review. We work with these reviews, and we build the time into the schedule from the start.
Buildings that belong to their land.
Many properties on the East End are defined by their landscapes — agricultural reserve land, specimen trees, wetland buffers, ocean dune systems. We design with landscape architects, and we try to make buildings that respond to the site rather than consume it. As on the Vineyard, the coastal climate is hard on many synthetic materials, so we look to traditional ones that can weather and be maintained.
About working in the Hamptons.
Do you have projects in the Hamptons?
Yes. We have completed Further Lane, a restoration in Amagansett, East Hampton. We know the East End's review process and work with local builders there.
How does the Architectural Review Board process work in East Hampton and Southampton?
Both towns require ARB review for new construction and significant exterior alterations. The review evaluates massing, materials, and compatibility with neighborhood character. We prepare ARB submissions as part of our permitting package. We cannot promise a first-round approval. We try to make the submission clear and complete.
Can you design on a waterfront or ocean-facing property?
Yes. Waterfront properties involve additional regulatory review (NYS DEC, Army Corps, FEMA flood zone requirements) and specialized structural and envelope detailing. We have designed buildings on stilts, with flood-zone compliant foundations, and with envelopes specified for salt spray exposure.
What is the typical timeline for a new home in the Hamptons?
Design, documentation, and permitting typically takes 12–18 months on the East End. Construction runs 9–15 months for most single-family projects. Total timeline from first meeting to occupancy is typically 24–36 months.
How do we start a project?
Get in touch. We are glad to visit a site, review existing drawings, or talk through your program and budget before any formal engagement. Contact Zander at zander@auerbacharchitecture.com or 917 991 8533.
Ready to talk about your project?
We are glad to visit a site, review existing drawings, or simply have a first conversation. Contact Zander at zander@auerbacharchitecture.com or 917 991 8533.
Contact Us