A former fur factory loft was converted into a 2,000 square-foot
artist?s studio and residence. The client had one firm request: He
wanted to look at his paintings in the studio while bathing and
relaxing.
The 44-by 48-foot space was divided in half by a new wall, creating a
work studio and a living space. A large section of the dividing wall
pivots to blur the boundary between living and working when desired.
Along one wall, a raised platform compactly accommodates a bedroom,
bath, and storage overlooking the generous living room and the artist?s
studio along the opposite wall. The space is fitted with off-the-shelf
industrial materials including storefront glazing, prefabricated stairs,
appliances, and prefabricated storage cabinets. All of the elements
were selected to achieve a useful but relaxed contemporary living and
working atmosphere.