40 West 72nd Street. Apt 91C. New York. |
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Modern Kitchen with industrial finishes
Custom millwork in a modular Living space
Modular dining
Unique Sleeping area in a small space
Luxury Bathroom with custom finishes
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Custom Modern renovations in a small Manhattan spaceWatch HGTV "Small Spaces, Big Style" episode of this residence. Every inch of this 300 square foot apartment has been pushed to the absolute extent of its design value. In addition to the challenge of spatial constraints, the budget was limited and still the single room had to become a comfortable haven for a young married couple and their two dogs to begin their life together. Whatever space was lacking in the area of the floor plan was made up for by utilizing the full capacity of the vertical surfaces. All walls succeeded in housing the needs of daily life, starting with customized millwork that is one of the space’s main focal points. The cabinetry unit provides not only storage for everyday items including two people’s wardrobes, but also became a multi-functional task area, with both a working desk station and a full media center. In addition to the kitchen, a distinct dining area is created by the use of a wall-mounted leaf tabletop, which can fold down whenever extra floor space is needed to stretch out for humans and dogs alike. “To further maximize on space saving ideas a sleeper sofa is brought in to allow for overnight guests on occasion, and a comfortable seating area on the daily.” The true eclectic character of the space comes alive in the selection of finishes. The kitchen is given a rustic flare with patina copper walls, a thick concrete countertop, fine glass shelving and a full height blackboard wall, with words streaked in chalk. The charm of the kitchen continues into the central living space where moldings are accentuated in white and teal on a mocha brown wall. White accents are highlighted throughout the space in accessories and linens as well, giving an enhanced depth between warm, brown tones and the well placed, light finishing touches. The success of this studio is evident when noting that the couple and their two dogs happily stayed in the space for over four years before upgrading to a true one bedroom. “The peaceful bathroom has been clad in a series of complimenting slate gray and green tiles.” |