Anyone who has driven through Edmeston along Route 80 recently may have noticed that a long-standing dairy barn has been torn down, and in its place a new barn is being erected, taking its formal and historical cues from the old structure.
The new building will house a Farm Market & Shop, Cafe, and many of the vocational training programs of Pathfinder Village. It will provide a place for visitors to the Village to meet new people, experience great spaces both indoors and outdoors, and even play Pickleball!
This is Altonview’s first project pursuing LEED certification, which has been an ongoing challenge and learning experience. We had to completely re-examine our typical building methods, by learning about the benefits and difficulties of installing significant exterior insulation, choosing cleaner materials, and geothermal heating & cooling. The result should should be a comfortable, efficient building.
The slab has been poured, and wall panels and roof structure are being erected. The next few steps will allow the waterproof barrier to be installed, protecting the building through the winter as work continues.
And if you drive by, don’t forget to look for a large farm animal!
