Posted on August 12, 2020 by HudsonWoods

We are delighted to share that Hudson Woods was prominently featured in a New York Times real estate story.

Posted on January 29, 2020 by HudsonWoods

All are welcome to visit the Hudson Woods model home Sunday, February 2nd, from 12:00pm - 3:00pm, as we open our doors to the public!

Posted on April 19, 2019 by Megan

Last summer, four dying oaks and a shagbark hickory were about to be removed from a yard in Hudson Woods and cut into firewood. A client of ours planted the seed that we might help the homeowner, Jeannie, do something more meaningful with her trees. Our company, New York Heartwoods, was introduced and that afternoon she and I took a walk around and through her home to discuss and identify furniture needs that could be filled by the wood from her own trees.

Posted on January 23, 2019 by HudsonWoods

Winter has officially arrived to the Hudson Valley, and for winter sport advocates this season is looking to be one of the best ever. I SKI NY, www.iskiny.com announced back in November, that over $70 million in investments and enhancements for the 2018-2019 season had been made. More then 25 resorts and mountains had committed to the venture with enhancements in snowmaking, chair lift operations, lodging and guest services, plus more. The invested capital is far more than any other Northeastern state, and places New York as the largest investor for the 2018-2019 season.

Posted on January 9, 2019 by HudsonWoods

The 76^th Golden Globes Awards aired this past week with The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel picking up two nominations, and another win for actress Rachel Brosnahan in the category of Best Performance by an Actress in a TV series – Musical or Comedy. Hudson Woods residents and fans of The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel may recognize some of the locales that set the scene for the show’s second season.

Posted on January 3, 2019 by HudsonWoods

This Old Hudson is a multifunctional creative studio available for bookings. A destination for creativity, photography, lodging, intimate gatherings, a weekend retreat… the opportunities that can be unlocked in the space are near endless.

Posted on December 19, 2018 by HudsonWoods

Still have some holiday shopping left to do?

There’s still plenty of time to find that perfect gift while supporting Hudson Valley’s local makers and artisans. Open everyday from now till Christmas Eve, the Hand Made Here holiday pop up shop offers a selection of goods from 40+ artists and makers from around the Hudson Valley region.

Posted on July 25, 2018 by HudsonWoods

During the launch of Hudson Woods, we were fortunate to get to know Bill Hovard the creator of the Hudson Made brand of soaps, apothecary items and home goods. We were drawn to his products’s simple classic design and used select items to stage the model house. Cut to four years late and Hudson Made is developing new products and flourishing.

Posted on July 16, 2018 by HudsonWoods

Hudson Modern is a recently released book which showcases stunning new houses in the Hudson River Valley that embrace the dramatic settings and cultural bounty of this popular region.

Posted on June 20, 2018 by HudsonWoods

The Catskill Center is a wonderful organization dedicated protecting and fostering the environmental, cultural and economic well-being of the Catskill Region. Since 1969 they have led the effort to protect more than 700,000 acres of the catskill park and forest preserve.

Posted on June 4, 2018 by HudsonWoods

Our friends at Savarin are Hudson Valley based creatives who wanted to pursue the simple idea that the American flag can be presented as a work of art. They set out to recreate the flag with a meticulous eye for the finer details in a way that it could exist in any home and compliment any interior.

Posted on April 3, 2018 by HudsonWoods

40 Ridgewood Road at Hudson Woods is now available for purchase. The home is unique at Hudson Woods with black cedar siding and black-stained mahogany windows. The 6.6 acre lot has mountain views and the studio on the property has its own wood stove.

Posted on January 26, 2018 by HudsonWoods

Hasbrouck House is one of our closest neighbors, minutes away from Hudson Woods. They are a preferred accommodation and locavore destination for friends who visit the area and dine at in-house restaurant, Butterfield. Accordingly, they have extended a gracious discount offer on stays at the hotel to friends of Hudson Woods.

Posted on January 9, 2018 by HudsonWoods

We are excited to announce that Lang Architecture, the firm behind Hudson Woods is designing and developing a new project at Windham Mountain. The site is situated on 76.5 acres which was originally part of a copper mine. Today the site is prepared for construction of 9 single family homes and 25 town homes. The project is located at the base of Windham Mountain, minutes away from the ski area and resort and across the road from the Windham golf club.

Posted on December 7, 2017 by HudsonWoods

At what point along the 300-mile journey from New York City to the Canadian border would you consider yourself “upstate”? That is the question that the New York Times hopes to answer in their latest article about the area.

Posted on October 26, 2017 by HudsonWoods

AndNorth is one of our favorite websites to frequent and find what is new, fun and interesting in the Hudson Valley. We wanted to gather a collection of a few of the newest posts and things to do from the AndNorth website and share it with you. Below is our selection with links to each of their articles where you can learn more.

Posted on October 18, 2017 by HudsonWoods

Autumn is in full swing in the Hudson Valley and now is the best time to catch the scenery. One of our favorite local sites, Visit Vortex, assembed a fun list of alternative ways to explore the area and take in the seasonal sites. We put together a quick overview below, but you can get the full details on the Visit Vortex website here with details on how to experience each of these activities.

Posted on September 27, 2017 by HudsonWoods

Field & Supply is back again for its fourth year. This time the design fair will take place at Hutton Brickyards, a newly opened event venue on the Hudson River waterfront only 2 miles from Kingston, NY and 26 miles from Hudson Woods (along a scenic drive winding along the Ashokan Reservoir). The Hutton brickyard was once a major driver of the Kingston's economy, employing hundreds of workers to quarry clay, make and bake bricks, and load them onto barges headed downstate. For more than a century, they were the raw material for New York City’s building boom.

Posted on September 12, 2017 by HudsonWoods

The Mohonk Preserve is one of our favorite locations minutes from Hudson Woods. There is enough to see and do to fulfill various interests for months at a time. Mohonk is New York State’s largest visitor and member supported nature preserve originally founded by the Smiley family with the opening of the Mohonk Mountain House in 1869.

Posted on September 6, 2017 by HudsonWoods

Explore some of our favorite locations in the Hudson Valley to capture the perfect photo.

Posted on August 30, 2017 by HudsonWoods

We highlight 5 places to visit in the Hudson Valley including Bannerman Castle, Basilica Hudson, Bard College and the Fisher Center for the Performing, Bonticou Crag, and the Saugerties Lighthouse.

Posted on August 22, 2017 by HudsonWoods

This weeks New Yorker cover story is titled "UPSTATE." Illustrated by author and artist Adrian Tomine.

Posted on August 16, 2017 by HudsonWoods

The Woodstock Farm Sanctuary is a great cause just a stone skip away from Hudson Woods as well as fun family stop on the weekends. A 20 minute drive south of Hudson Woods, The Woodstock Farm Sanctuary rescues animals and gives them a lifelong home and care with an mission to connect animals with people and raise awareness around animal rights in alliance with other social justice movements.

Posted on August 9, 2017 by HudsonWoods

As summer rolls to an end, there is still time to escape upstate for a few refreshing weekends We compiled a list of 8 swimming holes that are a must visit in in the summer months. We will also hold an open house this Sunday hosted by the Architect on Sunday, August 13th from 12-2 PM.

Posted on July 6, 2017 by HudsonWoods

Olana State Historic Site is a mid-19th century architectural gem tucked away 10 minutes south of Hudson, a great destination when visiting the town. The estate was built for and designed by esteemed Hudson River School painter Frederic Church who's vision for the home was influenced by traveling with his wife, Isabel through Europe and the Middle East. The blend between Victorian architecture and Middle Eastern heritage is evident through design elements such as arched window openings, balcony woodwork and tile work.

Posted on June 29, 2017 by HudsonWoods

It is finally the time of year to get back outside and into nature in the Hudson Valley. Summer is an ideal time to get out of the city heat and explore mountain trails. Last year we did a summer guide of local trails which you can find here: Hudson Valley Trail Guide. This year, we are highlighting one trail in particular that you can tackle over several trips.

Posted on June 22, 2017 by HudsonWoods

Last weekend, Hudson Woods was featured in a New York Times article. Among a number of interesting insights, there were a number of facts about the burgeoning local real estate market which stood out. We thought it would be interesting to share some of these insights along with photos from the feature and a link to the rest of the article.

Posted on June 12, 2017 by HudsonWoods

We will be holding an open house Next Sunday, June 25th from 12-2 PM hosted by Architect, Drew Lang. We hope you can stop by and also catch the opening of Michael Robbins' furniture showroom. Michael Robbins is a designer and furniture maker located in Germantown, NY, between Tivoli and Hudson. We worked with Michael to help outfit the model house and then again to organize an exhibit of Hudson Valley designers in New York City at Whisper Editions. Catch Michael's showroom opening event on Saturday June 24th from 6-9 PM with locally made cider, beer and snacks.

Posted on June 1, 2017 by HudsonWoods

With Spring in full bloom and summer around the corner, now is the time to plan your summer trips upstate. To help you plan your trips, we assembled a select list of 11 waterfalls to visit this summer. We are holding an open house this Saturday and we hope you can stop by.

Posted on May 25, 2017 by HudsonWoods

With Spring in full swing and summer around the corner, the time of year is here again to hit some of the best hiking trails the Hudson Valley has to offer. Our friends at Visit Vortex assembled 3 great videos of their favorite hikes in the area, which can be seen here below. We will also be holding an open house next Sunday, June 4th, from 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM. We hope you can stop by.

Posted on May 4, 2017 by HudsonWoods

As the weather gets warmer and there are more sunny weekends in store this Spring, we wanted to share some of our favorite neighborhoods just around the corner from Hudson Woods. We collected these 7 historic and picturesque towns in the area.

Posted on April 26, 2017 by HudsonWoods

Our friends at Escape Brooklyn have discovered a wonderful fly fishing package hosted by Esopus Creel. They organize all inclusive getaways centered around fly fishing in the Catskills Mountains featuring private chefs, photographers, live music and everything local. It is said that fly fishing originated in the Catskills in the 1800's and quickly became one of the most adored pastimes for New Yorkers. People from around the world visit the pristine waterways of Upstate State New York for the fly fishing in the area

Posted on April 5, 2017 by HudsonWoods

Our friends at Ravenwood are launching their first season open to the public. Located a 5 minute drive from Hudson Woods in Olivebridge, NY, Ravenwood explores the integration of agriculture, culinary arts and the local makers movement – all staples of NY state’s rich history, and each thriving today. This Spring they will be kicking off their first true open season with two barn dinners which will take place on Memorial Day Weekend - Saturday, May 27th + Sunday, May 28th.

Posted on March 7, 2017 by HudsonWoods

In November, our friend Beth Kirby of Local Milk spent a weekend at Hudson Woods, you might recall her photography tour of the model house. While at Hudson Woods, Beth toured some of the towns in the area and created a quick weekend guide to upstate New York.

Posted on February 8, 2017 by HudsonWoods

A few weeks ago, our friends Paige Denkin and Corey Christian of Folk Magazine stopped by Hudson Woods. They captured some beautiful moments during the stay which we want to share with you below.

Posted on December 21, 2016 by HudsonWoods

One of our favorite places in the Catskills, Windham is in the heart of the Catskills. One of the most beloved mountains in the area, it has the perfect trails for any skill level. The mountain ranges from 12 novice trails to seven steep double-black runs but nearly half of the trails are rated intermediate.

Posted on December 14, 2016 by HudsonWoods

Recently our friend Beth Kirby stayed at Hudson Woods and photographed the model house. You might be familiar with her photography and blog called Local Milk. Below we selected a few of Beth's photos for her tour of the model house.

Posted on December 8, 2016 by HudsonWoods

Born in Hungary, András Gipp spent his childhood watching his father and grandfather sculpt with stone, and craft everything from beds to bowls with their hands. He fell in love with wood in the Bakony forest, the former hunting grounds of Hungarian kings, where he ran wild as a child, creating stories among the trees and marveling at the warmth of this living medium. András later studied fine art woodworking and instrument making in Hungary and Vienna before venturing to New York City, with little more than a suitcase and his guitar.

Posted on December 1, 2016 by HudsonWoods

Recently our friend Joe St. Pierre stayed at Hudson Woods and photographed the model house. We wanted to share a tour of the house through Joe's camera lens as he captured the beautiful fall light throughout the day at Hudson Woods.

Posted on November 4, 2016 by HudsonWoods

Our friends at Propellerheads Aerial Photography stopped by Hudson Woods last week to capture some incredible aerial photography of the site and surrounding area during the incredible fall foliage season. The photos are quite stunning and in several you can see the Catskills rising just above the tree horizon.

Posted on October 28, 2016 by HudsonWoods

Architect Drew Lang will hold an open house this Sunday, October 30th from 12-2 PM at the model house. Come by to see the progress on-site. Bring the whole family to enjoy the beautiful autumn days upstate. Only 4 lots remain available for purchase and in November Drew will had two more open houses. Here is the full schedule below. We hope to see you there!

Posted on October 26, 2016 by HudsonWoods

We are delighted to announce that we will be making the model house at Hudson Woods available for a free 2 night stay in collaboration with our newly launched platform, Brick & Wonder and a select handful of partners.

Posted on October 19, 2016 by HudsonWoods

This past summer, our friend Alice Gao stayed at Hudson Woods and captured a beautiful video centered around the pool with underwater footage. The sunny and warm weather has put us in a bit of a summer mood so we wanted to share her wonderful work. Here are some images and stills from the video and Alice's blog post.

Posted on October 12, 2016 by HudsonWoods

Three open houses will be held at Hudson Woods in October. Only 4 lots remain available for purchase. Come by to see the progress on-site and meet Architect, Drew Lang who will be hosting each open house. Bring the whole family and pets are always welcome! We hope to see you there.

Posted on October 5, 2016 by HudsonWoods

Fall is in full swing upstate, a beautiful time of year in the Hudson Valley and a perfect setting for the 3rd iteration of Field + Supply. The maker fair has expanded again and moved to the venerable and recently renovated Hasbrouck House. Many of our local friends will be represented including Materia Designs, Sawkille, Fern, Workstead, Michael Robbins, AndNorth and Kingston Wine Co. Workshops and events will also be held this year including; leather working, indigo dying, Autumn table arrangements and arrow making for kids and adults. Take a look at some of our past posts about Field + Supply to get in the mood for this year's event:

Posted on September 21, 2016 by HudsonWoods

A few weeks ago, our friends and well known photographer, Alice Gao, had a chance to stay at and photograph the model house. Alice was able to strike the perfect mood between of the approaching fall months at Hudson Woods, a favorite time of year in the Hudson Valley. You can see the entire blog post with additional photos on Alice's blog here.

Posted on September 15, 2016 by HudsonWoods

One of the most historic and beloved stone mansions in nearby Stone Ridge has been given new life. The Hasbrouck House has just re-opened as a boutique hotel, restaurant and event venue under the creative direction of new owner Akiva Reich & Co.

Posted on September 8, 2016 by HudsonWoods

Three open houses will be held at Hudson Woods in September. Come by to enjoy the last few weeks summer this year in the mountains. Get to know the area, chat with Drew about all things Hudson Woods and explore the model house. Bring the whole family and pets are always welcome! We hope to see you there.

Posted on August 17, 2016 by HudsonWoods

Two more open houses will be held at Hudson Woods in August. Come by to escape the summer heat in the mountains and get to know the area, chat with Drew about all things Hudson Woods and explore the model house. Bring the whole family and pets are always welcome! We hope to see you there.

Posted on August 5, 2016 by HudsonWoods

Many people have asked about renting a home at Hudson Woods. While at the moment there are no properties available for rent, we anticipate that in time, many Hudson Woods homes will be rented, including the model house. To test how this might work, we posted the model house on Airbnb. We quickly received a flood of booking inquiries, and compiled statistics reflecting this activity over a one week period.

Posted on July 13, 2016 by HudsonWoods

Stop by the Hudson Woods open house this Sunday. Meet Architect, Drew Lang, get to know the area, chat with Drew about all things Hudson Woods and explore the model house. Bring the whole family and pets are always welcome! We hope to see you there.

Posted on July 7, 2016 by HudsonWoods

A Hudson Woods open house will be hosted this Sunday by Architect, Drew Lang. Come by to get to know the area, chat with Drew about all things Hudson Woods and explore the model house. Bring the whole family and pets are always welcome! We hope to see you there.

Posted on June 22, 2016 by HudsonWoods

A friendly reminder that we are holding an open house this Sunday hosted by Architect, Drew Lang. With summer kicking into full gear, it is always refreshing to get away for a bit of that fresh mountain air. Come by to get to know the area, chat with Drew about all things Hudson Woods and explore the model house. Bring the whole family and pets are always welcome! We hope to see you there.

Posted on June 15, 2016 by HudsonWoods

A group of our favorite Hudson Valley furniture, lighting, and home goods makers will be joining us at the model house on the afternoon of July 23rd to mingle, enjoy local fare, & show work in an informal setting. For Hudson Woods buyers & Hudson Valley weekenders, this will be a great opportunity to meet the extraordinary talent in your neighborhood. Stop by betwee 1:00 - 5:00 PM, we hope to see you there.

Posted on May 31, 2016 by HudsonWoods

If you are planning a post memorial day weekend escape this Summer, the historic Catskill Mountain House site, is a great destination. Located near the North-South Lake campground in the Catskill Forest Preserve it is less than 40 miles north of Hudson Woods, just past the scenic Ashokan Reservoir. The escarpment on which the lakes are located is at 2,250 feet above the valley floor, providing a view of five states in clear weather. Located a short hike from the North-South campground is the site of the Catskills Mountain House, a former hotel opened in 1842.

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Posted on May 6, 2016 by HudsonWoods

Smorgasburg announced recently that it will be bringing their New York City based market to the Hudson Valley in the Summer of 2016. The market is slated to open on August 6th at the Hutton Brickyard at Kingston Point Beach.

Posted on April 28, 2016 by HudsonWoods

Dzierlenga F+U is a woodworking and design studio in the Hudson Valley operated by our friend Casey Dzierlenga. You might recall our first story about Casey and how the Hudson Valley inspires her work. Since then, we have completed the model house and installed a couple of her designs as part of the furnishings. Casey has also released a number of new pieces, including items that have been licensed by our friends at West Elm and Kaufmann Mercantile.

Posted on April 4, 2016 by HudsonWoods

We are holding our first Spring open house at Hudson Woods this Sunday, April 10th from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Tour the model home, meet the architect Drew Lang, explore progress on-site, and take a look at the remaining available lots as we prepare them for construction.

Posted on February 2, 2016 by HudsonWoods

Laura Angelini is an interior designer and friend of ours who relocated full-time to the Hudson Valley 10 years ago. Her work is inspired by the natural beauty of the local landscape, “I really love working with the Hudson Valley’s many gifted artisans, and incorporating natural materials into each project,” Laura said. Laura's work over the last 25 years has included projects with leading NYC architects including Gensler & John Saladino.

Posted on December 15, 2015 by HudsonWoods

Enjoy this second installment of goods from our Upstate maker friends and partners. Another great way to "shop local" if not in person, then in spirit.

Posted on December 8, 2015 by brittainstone

While our "Upstate" inspired installation at Whisper may be history, we have reassembled our favorites here. All of the items are created by our maker neighbors and partners in the Hudson Valley/Catskill zone. We chose them not only because of their originality and quality, but also because they look great. Thanks again to Emma Tuccillo of @AndNorth and @kateorne for their contributions to the curation.

Posted on November 5, 2015 by HudsonWoods

This week we wanted to share a beautiful video from our friend and one of our maker partners, Michael Robbins. As you may know, we have two of Michael's pieces at Hudson Woods; the Big Bend Chair and Wickson Chair. You can also find the Wickson Chair at the "UPSTATE" installation at Whisper in New York City which we helped to curate. Since we last covered Michael's work, he has been busy crafting a number of new creations. Here is a photo review of a few of his new pieces.

Posted on October 26, 2015 by HudsonWoods

Stop by our final open house of the season this Sunday, November 1st, from 11:00a - 1:00p. The leaves are at peak foliage and it's one of our favorite times of year to visit the must see spots of the Hudson Valley before the frost arrives.

Posted on October 14, 2015 by HudsonWoods

A big thank you to everyone who stopped by to see us at Field + Supply last weekend. It was a spectacular success with twice the number exhibitors as last year, plus workshops and Tesla Test Drives! It is wonderful to see the creative community continue to grow and thrive in the Hudson Valley and surrounding areas. As we did last year, we have collected a number of photos instagrammed during the 2 days of the event to share with you.

Posted on October 7, 2015 by HudsonWoods

Join us for the 2nd installation of the Field+Supply next year. Expanding on last year's inaugural weekend, Field + Supply has grown and added a number of wonderful new exhibitors expanding beyond their space last year. This year it will again be held at the black barn with additional surrounding space alongside new workshops and events including; leather working, indigo dying, Autumn table arrangements and arrow making for kids and adults.

Posted on September 2, 2015 by HudsonWoods

From a personal showroom tucked above an antique shop in downtown Rhinebeck to a storefront showcasing more than 45 of the biggest names in design, Hundred Mile has quickly expanded and continues to grow in its Hudson Valley home.

Posted on September 1, 2015 by HudsonWoods

This month we will be holding an open house every Sunday from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Take a tour of the model home, explore the surrounding area and meet with the Architect, Drew Lang who hosts the open house. We hope to see you there!

Posted on August 5, 2015 by BrittainStone

Two weeks ago at our Tesla event we invited celebrated local butcher Joshua Applestone to grill his insanely delicious hot dogs and sausages. Not a link was left by the end of the party, and we learned a great deal about the newly minted Applestone Meat Co., a butcher shop with a digital brain whose entrepreneurial ethos would impress even Tesla's Elon Musk, and whose business plan echoes that of Seamless, Uber or Fresh Direct.

Posted on July 29, 2015 by HudsonWoods

See what lies just beyond the tree line of Hudson Woods in this aerial video. Dense woods, short and long range mountain views abound with new angles from which to view the model house and construction progress. The video provides context for our location amidst the Catskill Mountains in the heart of the Hudson Valley.

Posted on June 9, 2015 by HudsonWoods

The Hudson Valley is chock-full of breathtaking and serene outdoor experiences. From miles of sandstone and granite cliffs to cattail-lined riverbanks onto lush forests and swimming holes, the lure of the mountains is hard to resist. Within only 15 miles of Hudson Woods, there is an abundance of scenic adventures. We have compiled a few of our favorite and family friendly spots within a quick jaunt of Hudson Woods.

Posted on May 7, 2015 by BrittainStone

We are very pleased to tout this week the fact that Hudson Woods has been the number one trending listing on Brownstoner Upstate's real estate section. It's a testament to a resurgent interest that city dwellers have in experiencing rural life and to the newfound awareness of the myriad upstate towns and their particular personalities. Since early 2014, there has been an unprecedented burst of home sales activity that in the Hudson Valley, and particularly in our own Ulster county. On numerous blogs and in conversations with local realtors and interior designers, the consensus is that 2015 may be bigger than ever.

Posted on April 14, 2015 by HudsonWoods

We would like to announce that Hudson Woods is resuming open house hours starting this Sunday April 19th from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM and continuing every Sunday for the duration of Spring, Summer and Fall.

Posted on March 23, 2015 by escapebrooklyn

This week we are fortunate to have the peripatetic duo Erin and Denny of the addictive blog (and Instagram feed) Escape Brooklyn write about some of the most notable hotels and inns in our neck of the Hudson Valley.

Posted on February 25, 2015 by BrittainStone

After commissioning a delightful brown ale from Arrowood Farms Brewery for our October gathering, we decided to look a little closer at this exciting operation unfolding just a stone's throw from Hudson Woods.

Posted on January 1, 2015 by HudsonWoods

A staple of the local community for several years, Kingston Wine Co. embodies the spirit of life in the Hudson Valley. We always enjoy sampling their creations during Hudson Woods events, you may have caught them at our Summer Launch Party and then again at our Autumn Gathering.

Posted on October 22, 2014 by HudsonWoods

As many of you know, we hosted an Autumn gathering this past weekend at Hudson Woods with some of our friends from the Hudson Valley. We wanted to share a video from the event and some recipes for you to make at home. Enjoy! 

Posted on October 7, 2014 by HudsonWoods

This weekend we're excited to be exhibiting alongside an exceptional selection of local makers, craftspeople and artisans at the first annual Field + Supply maker fair. The vision of Brad Ford, a high-end interior designer and the man behind designtherapy, Field + Supply aims to modernize and elevate the traditional arts and crafts fair with a local focus.

Posted on March 17, 2014 by DrewLang

At Samuel Moyer Furniture, a vital element of the design process is to develop a unique relationship with each built item. When Hudson Woods and Sam came together there was an immediate kinship, sharing an affinity for natural living.