UPPER WEST SIDE
1.5 BEDROOM - 1 BATHROOM
PROJECT OVERVIEW
ARCHITECTURE
Crafted for our personal use, this small 700sf unit is the ultimate micro dwelling. Full of modern essentials such as built in speakers and smart lighting, the interior environment seems to reach far beyond the small floor plan. Our experimentation with the various technologies and uses for small spaces has greatly informed our work and the way we see the future of modern living.
INTERIOR DESIGN
A kid-friendly, Scandinavian, modern aesthetic was the vision for our own project. The largest component of this design was the custom millwork throughout, as every square inch of this project had to be thoughtfully laid out to maximize the potential of this small space. The addition of European white oak accents and complementary brushed gold tone hardware created a space that felt elevated yet approachable at the same time.
OWNERS REPRESENTATION
Renovating in a building from 1910 always comes with surprises—especially when it comes to electrical. During this project, the electrician replaced the electrical box to bring it up to code, adding a splice box and relocating the panel to the primary bedroom. Shortly after, the downstairs neighbor discovered their office had lost power and their computer had been damaged. It turned out their electrical was original, and that room had been connected to our panel—essentially sharing power. While completely unforeseeable, it’s a reminder of the curveballs old buildings can present. Fortunately, our trusted contractor quickly resolved the issue and replaced the neighbor’s computer.
