Inside Modernism: Norman Jaffe’s Iconic Osofsky House on Shelter Island
Norman Jaffe’s Osofsky House was commissioned by Meyer Osofsky, whose fashion label Aileen took its name from his wife. The project emerged during a period when Shelter Island supported a quieter form of architectural ambition, visible in modest scale and careful placement rather than display. The house occupies a gently sloping parcel, with living spaces oriented toward water views through bands of glazing.




